Lava Play Ultra vs Redmi Note 4X
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Redmi Note 4X (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $175 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 22/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Play Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 64 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (877,641 vs 218,879); the Lava Play Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 4X doesn't; the Redmi Note 4X is noticeably lighter (165g vs 182g).
Lava Play Ultra
Redmi Note 4X
- Higher AnTuTu: 877641 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)
- Lighter: 165g vs 182g
- Cheaper at launch: $160 vs $175
- Better portability (74/100 vs 71/100)
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Redmi Note 4X, the Lava Play Ultra scores 31 points higher (53/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (55/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (46/100 vs 35/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 76/100, Redmi Note 4X — 16/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (55/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Redmi Note 4X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 862 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 3GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 151.0×76.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 165 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $160 |
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 4X
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 4X
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 4X
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Redmi Note 4X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Redmi Note 4X by 301.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $15. Redmi Note 4X was $15 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (55/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (79/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (39/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi Note 4X?
The Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X by 31 points (53/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Redmi Note 4X?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi Note 4X — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi Note 4X?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi Note 4X?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on performance (55/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Redmi Note 4X?
The Lava Play Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 4X is a better fit for everyday use.