Lava Storm Lite vs Nokia 8
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Nokia 8 (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 835; launch prices were $89 and $699. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 29/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3090); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 438,016); the Nokia 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't; the Nokia 8 is noticeably lighter (160g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Nokia 8
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3090 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $699
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Nokia 8 better?
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Lighter: 160g vs 196g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Nokia 8, the Lava Storm Lite scores 14 points higher (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (43/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Nokia 8 — 0/100; 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 Lite is a bit better (45/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (84/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Nokia 8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 835 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 438016 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 427 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1500 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.3" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2560x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3090 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 7.1 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 151.5×73.7×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 160 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $699 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia 8
- Main: 13MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia 8
- 5.3" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2560x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Nokia 8
- 3090 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Nokia 8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Nokia 8 by 32.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $610. Lava Storm Lite was $610 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (45/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Nokia 8 are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Nokia 8 (30/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia 8 (43/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Nokia 8 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (84/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Nokia 8?
The Lava Storm Lite is noticeably better than the Nokia 8 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Nokia 8?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Nokia 8 — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Nokia 8?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on camera score (30/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Nokia 8?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Nokia 8?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.