Lava Play Ultra vs Redmi Turbo 5 Max
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500s; launch prices were $175 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads — 71/100 vs 53/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 Max has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,726,802 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $300
- Better camera (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2726802 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2725 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8932 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Redmi Turbo 5 Max, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max scores 18 points higher (71/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads (80/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 80/100; 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 Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (71/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Redmi Turbo 5 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500s | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 2726802 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2725 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 8932 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 163.0×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $300 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5 Max
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Redmi Turbo 5 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads Lava Play Ultra by 67.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $125. Lava Play Ultra was $125 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (89/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 Max (71/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is noticeably better than the Lava Play Ultra — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 Max — 71/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max leads on performance (89/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Redmi Turbo 5 Max?
The Redmi Turbo 5 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.