Lava Play Ultra vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $175 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 53/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $548
- Better camera (39/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 22 points higher (75/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (71/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Lava Play Ultra by 75.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $373. Lava Play Ultra was $373 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (95/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (71/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 22 points (75/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.