Lava Play Ultra vs Tecno Pova Curve 2
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100; launch prices were $175 and $229. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads — 55/100 vs 53/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 785,352).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Tecno Pova Curve 2
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 785352
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 995
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $229
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 68/100)
What makes Tecno Pova Curve 2 better?
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2925 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Tecno Pova Curve 2, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 scores 2 points higher (55/100 vs 53/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (64/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 64/100; 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 and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Dimensity 7100 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 785352 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 995 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 2925 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2364 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $229 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Tecno Pova Curve 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Tecno Pova Curve 2 by 12.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $54. Lava Play Ultra was $54 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a bit better (88/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (64/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Pova Curve 2 are nearly equal (71/100 vs 68/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 edges out the Lava Play Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 — 55/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Tecno Pova Curve 2?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (64/100 vs 46/100).