Lava Bold 5G vs Lava Storm Play
The Lava Bold 5G (2025) runs on the Dimensity 6300, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Bold 5G leads — 49/100 vs 45/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: 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
Lava Bold 5G
Lava Storm Play
What makes Lava Bold 5G better?
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 183g vs 196g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (64/100 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
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold 5G vs the Lava Storm Play, the Lava Bold 5G scores 4 points higher (49/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Bold 5G leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Bold 5G notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Bold 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold 5G and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold 5G | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 6300 | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 528398 | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 771 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1980 | 2386 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 750 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×73.8×8.4 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $109 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold 5G and Lava Storm Play, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Lava Bold 5G by 23.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Bold 5G
Price unknownDetailed 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 Lava Bold 5G notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Bold 5G is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Bold 5G and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Bold 5G is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold 5G or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Bold 5G edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Bold 5G and the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Bold 5G has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold 5G or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Bold 5G leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold 5G or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold 5G over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.