Infinix Hot 70 vs Lava Storm Play
The Infinix Hot 70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060; launch prices were $150 and $109. Both devices score the same overall rating of 45/100. Key differences: the Infinix Hot 70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 575,630); the Infinix Hot 70 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Hot 70
Lava Storm Play
What makes Infinix Hot 70 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2014
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $150
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
The Infinix Hot 70 and the Lava Storm Play received the same MobileRank rating — 45/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 leads (56/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Infinix Hot 70 — 64/100, 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 44/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Hot 70 | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 575630 | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 2386 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 167.9×79.1×7.5 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $109 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Hot 70
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Infinix Hot 70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Hot 70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Hot 70 and Lava Storm Play, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Infinix Hot 70 by 17.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Lava Storm Play was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (67/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Lava Storm Play?
Both devices scored 45/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lava Storm Play (51/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 70 and the Lava Storm Play?
The Infinix Hot 70 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 70 over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.