Side-by-side technical data
Lava Play Max vs Lava Play Ultra
Comparison between Lava Play Max and Lava Play Ultra: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Lava.
NeoTeo's verdict
Which of the two is the better buy
Lava Play Ultra is the choice for buyers seeking a more advanced display and a lighter phone; Lava Play Max suits those who prioritize Wi-Fi 6E and a larger main sensor. Both have the same overall score, 6.0.
The Ultra pairs an AMOLED display with 182 g and 7.8 mm, versus LCD, 193 g and 8.4 mm for the Max; it also offers IP64 resistance instead of IP54. The Max reaches 1,200 nits against 1,000 nits, although both sit below the market’s typical 1,500 nits. Performance is shared: both use the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, the same core layout, and score 727,800 in AnTuTu v10.
The Max leads connectivity with Wi-Fi 6E, while the Ultra stops at Wi-Fi 6. For cameras, the Ultra has 64 MP and 4K recording at 60 fps, but the Max uses a larger 1/1.56″ main sensor versus 1/1.7″; the choice is higher resolution and video or a larger sensor. Both offer 5,000 mAh and 33 W charging, making display, weight, camera and Wi-Fi the decisive differences.
Lava Play Max
Lava Play Max is better for buyers who prioritize Wi-Fi 6E and its larger 1/1.56″ main sensor.
Lava Play Ultra
Lava Play Ultra is the better buy for those who prioritize an AMOLED display, lower weight and IP64 resistance.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 6.3 | 7.2 |
| Performance & hardware | 6.1 | 7.1 |
| Camera | 5.1 | 4.3 |
| Connectivity | 6.9 | 6.1 |
| Battery & charging | 5.7 | 5.7 |
Which one is for you?
Lava Play Max, if you care about…
- Wi-Fi Standards
- Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g
- against Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
- Peak Display Brightness
- 1,200 nits
- against 1,000 nits
Lava Play Ultra, if you care about…
- Display Technology
- AMOLED
- against LCD
- Weight
- 182 g
- against 193 g
- Resistance Features
- IP64
- against IP54
- Body Thickness
- 7.8 mm
- against 8.4 mm
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 |
| Processor Process Size | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G615 MC2 | Mali-G615 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 3.1 | UFS 3.1 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 727,800 | — |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with four Cortex-A78 cores at 2.5 GHz and four Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0 GHz. | Octa-core CPU with four 2.5 GHz Cortex-A78 cores and four 2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 cores |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | — |
| RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR5 | — |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | — |
Design
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, White | Grey, White |
| Body Thickness | 8.4 mm | 7.8 mm Best value |
| Body Width | 77.4 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Body Height | 166.6 mm | 162.1 mm |
| Weight | 193 g | 182 g Best value |
| Usable Surface | 90 % Best value | 87.9 % |
| Body Materials | Glass | — |
| Resistance Features | IP54 | IP64 Best value |
Battery
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | — | Li-Po |
| Fast Charge Power | 33 W | 33 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable | Fast Charging |
Display
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | LCD | AMOLED Best value |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,200 nits Best value | 1,000 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.72″ Best value | 6.67″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,400 px | 2,400 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 392 ppi | 395 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Display Features | Hole-Punch Notch, Curved Glass, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless | 120Hz |
Sensors
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Under Display |
Sensor
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Cooling System, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass |
Software
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 15 | Android 15 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 15 | 15 |
Connectivity
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B9, 3G UMTS B850, 3G UMTS B900, 3G UMTS 1900, 3G UMTS 2100, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B1, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, LTE B28, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n41, 5G NR n77, 5G NR n78 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6E, Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g Best value | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC Best value | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, USB OTG, USB Host 2.0, USB Host, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, USB Type-C, USB OTG |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
Audio
| Specification | Play Max | Play Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Audio Features | Stereo Speakers, Dolby Atmos | A2DP, LE, Stereo Speakers |
