Lava Play Ultra vs Lava Storm Play
The Lava Play Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300, while the Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060; launch prices were $175 and $109. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Play Ultra leads — 53/100 vs 45/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Play Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 693,978); the Lava Play Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Play Ultra
Lava Storm Play
What makes Lava Play Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 182g vs 196g
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (71/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 1011
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $175
- Overall rating 45/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Play Ultra vs the Lava Storm Play, the Lava Play Ultra scores 8 points higher (53/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Lava Play Ultra — 74/100, 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 Play Ultra and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Play Ultra | Lava Storm Play | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | |
| AnTuTu | 879714 | 693978 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | 1037 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | 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 | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 750 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 162.1×75.4×7.8 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 182 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $109 |
Camera comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Play Ultra
- 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 Play Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Play Ultra and Lava Storm Play, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Play Ultra leads Lava Storm Play by 26.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $66. Lava Storm Play was $66 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (55/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Play Ultra notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Play Ultra and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Play Ultra is a bit better (71/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Play Ultra or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Play Ultra edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Play Ultra and the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Play Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 53/100, the Lava Storm Play — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Play Ultra or the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Play Ultra leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Play Ultra over the Lava Storm Play?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.