Lava Z81
#4728
Samsung Galaxy Grand Max
#5289Category Breakdown
Lava Z81
Samsung Galaxy Grand Max
Performance
56.051.8
Camera
27.919.1
Display
56.556.5
Battery
24.221.8
Build
0.217.3
Connectivity
45.646.7
Audio
8.98.9
Overall
31.528.5
Summary
- The Lava Z81 features a slightly larger 5.7-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1440 pixels, compared to the Samsung Galaxy Grand Max's 5.25-inch screen at 720 x 1280 pixels, both offering similar pixel densities.
- In terms of performance, the Z81 is powered by a more modern Mediatek Helio A22 chipset with a higher clock speed, while the Grand Max uses the older Snapdragon 410.
- Both devices have a 13 MP rear camera capable of 1080p video recording, but the Grand Max includes autofocus, which may enhance image quality.
- The Z81 has a larger 3000 mAh battery compared to the Grand Max's 2500 mAh, potentially offering better longevity.
- Software-wise, the Z81 runs Android 8.1 Oreo, providing a more updated experience than the Grand Max's Android 4.4.4 KitKat.
- In terms of build quality, the Z81 is lighter at 141g versus the Grand Max's 161g, but both have similar dimensions and materials.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Lava Z81
Samsung Galaxy Grand Max
General
Release Date
2018
2015
Announced
2018
2015
Description
For India
Also known as Samsung Galaxy Grand Max G720SM-G7202/D has no LTE support
Display
Size
5.7"
5.25"
Type
IPS LCD
IPS LCD
Resolution
720 x 1440 pixels, 18:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~282 ppi density)
PPI
720
720
Refresh Rate
60Hz
60Hz
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Mediatek MT6761 Helio A22 (12 nm)
Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPU
Quad-core 2.0 GHz Cortex-A53
Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPU
PowerVR GE8320
Adreno 306
Memory
16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 3GB RAM
16GB 1.5GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera
13 MP, f/2.2
13 MP, AF
Main Camera Features
LED flash, HDR, panorama
LED flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera
13 MP, f/2.0
5 MP
Front Camera Features
LED flash
N/A
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
N/A
1080p@30fps
Optical Stabilization
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
Raw Photo Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
3000 mAh
2500 mAh
Battery Details
Li-Po 3000 mAh, non-removable
Li-Ion 2500 mAh, removable
Charging Details
N/A
N/A
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Safety
Dimensions
152.2 x 73 x 7.9 mm (5.99 x 2.87 x 0.31 in)
146 x 74.8 x 7.9 mm (5.75 x 2.94 x 0.31 in)
Weight
141 g
161 g
Materials
N/A
N/A
Colors
Black/Blue, Gold/Black
Gray, White
Foldable
✗
✗
SAR
N/A
0.49 W/kg (head) 0.30 W/kg (body)
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Micro-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Wi-Fi Direct
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot
Bluetooth
4.2, A2DP, LE
4.0, A2DP, EDR, LE
NFC
✗
✗
USB
microUSB 2.0
microUSB 2.0
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS
GPS, GLONASS
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes
Software & Security
Operating System
Android 8.1 (Oreo)
Android 4.4.4 (KitKat)
Fingerprint
✓
✗
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Accelerometer, proximity, compass