Infinix Smart 20 vs Lava Storm Play
The Infinix Smart 20 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060; launch prices were $149 and $109. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 33/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Smart 20 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 358,608); the Infinix Smart 20 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Smart 20
Lava Storm Play
What makes Infinix Smart 20 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1416
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $149
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Smart 20 vs the Lava Storm Play, the Lava Storm Play scores 12 points higher (45/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Infinix Smart 20 — 40/100, 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 notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Smart 20 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Smart 20 | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultimate | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 2386 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1576x720 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 167.7×78.8×7.7 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | — | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $149 | $109 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Smart 20
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Infinix Smart 20
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1576x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Smart 20
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Smart 20 and Lava Storm Play, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Infinix Smart 20 by 48.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $40. Lava Storm Play was $40 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (51/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Infinix Smart 20 (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Smart 20 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Smart 20 is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is noticeably better than the Infinix Smart 20 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Smart 20 and the Lava Storm Play?
The Infinix Smart 20 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Smart 20 or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Smart 20 over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.