Lava Play Ultra vs Tecno Phantom V Fold
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 64/100 vs 53/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 299g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Tecno Phantom V Fold
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 299g
- Better portability (71/100 vs 47/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2813
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 11 points higher (64/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (58/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (71/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Tecno Phantom V Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | 299 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Lava Play Ultra by 42.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (74/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (58/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (71/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is noticeably better than the Lava Play Ultra — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (58/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (74/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for active users.