Lava Play Ultra vs Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate; launch prices were $175 and $300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads — 65/100 vs 53/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (1,672,071 vs 877,641); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 209g).
Lava Play Ultra
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Lighter: 182g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $300
- Better portability (71/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1672071 vs 877641
- Better Geekbench Single: 1398 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4313 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra scores 12 points higher (65/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 76/100, Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 72/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (71/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 877641 | 1672071 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1398 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 4313 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 30W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $300 |
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Tecno Pova 7 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads Lava Play Ultra by 47.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $125. Lava Play Ultra was $125 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Lava Play Ultra are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (72/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (71/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is noticeably better than the Lava Play Ultra — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 65/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra leads on performance (69/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users.