HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs Lava Storm Play
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060; launch prices were $180 and $109. By overall MobileRank rating, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads — 48/100 vs 45/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
Lava Storm Play
What makes HMD Vibe 2 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1980
- Lighter: 196g vs 197g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $180
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Vibe 2 Pro vs the Lava Storm Play, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro scores 3 points higher (48/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: HMD Vibe 2 Pro — 62/100, 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 "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (62/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Vibe 2 Pro | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 2386 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 750 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $109 |
Camera comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Vibe 2 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Vibe 2 Pro and Lava Storm Play, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads HMD Vibe 2 Pro by 23.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Lava Storm Play was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Vibe 2 Pro and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (62/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Lava Storm Play?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the HMD Vibe 2 Pro and the Lava Storm Play?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Lava Storm Play?
The HMD Vibe 2 Pro leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Vibe 2 Pro or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the HMD Vibe 2 Pro over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.