Lava Play Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $175 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 53/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Play Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,113,347 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $1099
- Better camera (39/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 37/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3113347 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3235 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10904 vs 2813
- Lighter: 180g vs 182g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 13 points higher (66/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 42/100; 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3113347 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3235 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10904 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Lava Play Ultra by 71.7% 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (93/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is noticeably better than the Lava Play Ultra — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.