Lava Play Ultra vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro; launch prices were $175 and $970. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 53/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 879,714).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 192g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $970
- Better portability (71/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 37 points higher (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Vivo X500 Pro — 92/100; 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 X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $970 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Lava Play Ultra by 82.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $795. Lava Play Ultra was $795 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (100/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (81/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 37 points (90/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.