Lava Play Ultra vs Vivo X300 Ultra
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo X300 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $175 and $950. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads — 91/100 vs 53/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X300 Ultra has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X300 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,247,433 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 230g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Vivo X300 Ultra
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Lighter: 182g vs 230g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $950
- Better portability (71/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Vivo X300 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4247433 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1011
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2813
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (96/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Vivo X300 Ultra, the Vivo X300 Ultra scores 38 points higher (91/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Vivo X300 Ultra — 94/100; 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 X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (71/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Vivo X300 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 4247433 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 170 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 163.0×76.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 230 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $950 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X300 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X300 Ultra
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:18 hrs, total 29:11 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Vivo X300 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X300 Ultra leads Lava Play Ultra by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $775. Lava Play Ultra was $775 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (99/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo X300 Ultra (71/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 38 points (91/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X300 Ultra — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on camera score (96/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Vivo X300 Ultra?
The Vivo X300 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.