Lava Play Ultra vs Tecno Pop 5X
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Tecno Pop 5X (2022) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 28/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Play Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 8 MP; the Lava Play Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 5X doesn't; the Tecno Pop 5X is noticeably lighter (150g vs 182g).
Lava Play Ultra
Tecno Pop 5X
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 8MP
- Better camera (39/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 39/100)
- Lighter: 150g vs 182g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 71/100)
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Tecno Pop 5X, the Lava Play Ultra scores 25 points higher (53/100 vs 28/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (46/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (79/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (39/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Tecno Pop 5X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 10 (Go edition), HiOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 166.0×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 150 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | — |
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pop 5X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop 5X
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop 5X
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Pop 5X
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In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (79/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X (39/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (46/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop 5X is a bit better (78/100 vs 71/100).
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 5X by 25 points (53/100 vs 28/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Tecno Pop 5X — 28/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Tecno Pop 5X?
The Lava Play Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 5X is a better fit for everyday use.