Lava Bold N1 4G vs Lava Storm Play
The Lava Bold N1 4G (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060; launch prices were $79 and $109. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 22/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 153,667).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Bold N1 4G
Lava Storm Play
What makes Lava Bold N1 4G better?
- Cheaper at launch: $79 vs $109
- Overall rating 22/100
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 846
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 200g
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Bold N1 4G vs the Lava Storm Play, the Lava Storm Play scores 23 points higher (45/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Bold N1 4G — 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 significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Bold N1 4G | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 2386 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 (Go edition) | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 750 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×76.1×8.8 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $79 | $109 |
Camera comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Bold N1 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Bold N1 4G and Lava Storm Play, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Lava Bold N1 4G by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Lava Bold N1 4G was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (51/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Bold N1 4G by 23 points (45/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Bold N1 4G and the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Bold N1 4G has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Bold N1 4G or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Bold N1 4G over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.