Lava Play Ultra vs Vivo X500
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M; launch prices were $175 and $820. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 53/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 879,714); the Lava Play Ultra is noticeably lighter (182g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Vivo X500
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $820
- Better portability (71/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 879714
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 2918
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Vivo X500, the Vivo X500 scores 36 points higher (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, Vivo X500 — 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 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Vivo X500 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 3930719 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3302 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2918 | 10240 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2750 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 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 | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $820 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Vivo X500, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Lava Play Ultra by 77.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $645. Lava Play Ultra was $645 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (96/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (87/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X500 (71/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Lava Play Ultra by 36 points (89/100 vs 53/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Vivo X500?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Vivo X500 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Play Ultra or the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Vivo X500?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.