Lava Play Ultra vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $175 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 48/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 561,891); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 561891
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 2014
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 182g vs 210g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Cheaper at launch: $140 vs $175
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Lava Play Ultra scores 5 points higher (53/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 72/100; 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 Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (71/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 182 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 56.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $35. Tecno Pova 7 Neo was $35 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (79/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (71/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Lava Play Ultra edges out the Tecno Pova 7 Neo by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on performance (55/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (71/100 vs 46/100).