Lava Play Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $175 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 53/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Play Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 201g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $1999
- Overall rating 53/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2918
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 20 points higher (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Fold8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 71/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Lava Play Ultra by 74.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1824. Lava Play Ultra was $1824 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (80/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (50/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (74/100 vs 71/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 20 points (73/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.