Lava Play Ultra vs Redmi K100 Pro Max
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Redmi K100 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $175 and $730. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads — 93/100 vs 53/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro Max has the bigger battery (9070 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,722,803 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Redmi K100 Pro Max
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $730
- Overall rating 53/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3722803 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 9070 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (91/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Redmi K100 Pro Max, the Redmi K100 Pro Max scores 40 points higher (93/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max leads (95/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Redmi K100 Pro Max — 100/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (95/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Redmi K100 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3722803 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9070 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | — | |
| Launch price | $175 | $730 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro Max
- 9070 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Redmi K100 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro Max leads Lava Play Ultra by 76.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $555. Lava Play Ultra was $555 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (97/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max is a bit better (91/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (90/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (95/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 40 points (93/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi K100 Pro Max — 93/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Redmi K100 Pro Max?
The Redmi K100 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.