HMD Asha 305 Lite vs Lava Storm Play
The HMD Asha 305 Lite (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060; launch prices were $65 and $109. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 16/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 2500); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Storm Play is thinner (8.3mm vs 10.2mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Asha 305 Lite
Lava Storm Play
What makes HMD Asha 305 Lite better?
- Cheaper at launch: $65 vs $109
- Overall rating 16/100
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 2500 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 31/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Asha 305 Lite vs the Lava Storm Play, the Lava Storm Play scores 29 points higher (45/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (43/100 vs 12/100). Value score: HMD Asha 305 Lite — 28/100, Lava Storm Play — 76/100; 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 "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (55/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (59/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Asha 305 Lite | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2386 | |
| Display | 5.0" TFT | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 480x854 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 2 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android (AOSP) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 750 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 147.0×71.5×10.2 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $65 | $109 |
Camera comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- Main: 2MP
- Front: 2MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 5.0" TFT
- Resolution: 480x854
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Asha 305 Lite
- 2500 mAh
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $44. HMD Asha 305 Lite was $44 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (55/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (43/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite (59/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the HMD Asha 305 Lite by 29 points (45/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Asha 305 Lite and the Lava Storm Play?
The HMD Asha 305 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Asha 305 Lite or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Asha 305 Lite over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.