Lava Play Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $175 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 53/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Play Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 879,714); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 182g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2813
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 182g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 22 points higher (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (46/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (46/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (97/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Lava Play Ultra by 71.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $924. Lava Play Ultra was $924 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (91/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (73/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (46/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (97/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 22 points (75/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.