Lava Storm Lite vs Nokia XR21
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Nokia XR21 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 43/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Nokia XR21 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 581,041); the Nokia XR21 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't; the Lava Storm Lite is noticeably lighter (196g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Nokia XR21
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 42/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 24/100)
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 33W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Nokia XR21, the Nokia XR21 scores 3 points higher (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (59/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Nokia XR21 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 592015 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 905 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 2101 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 231 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Nokia XR21, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia XR21 leads Lava Storm Lite by 1.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Nokia XR21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (46/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (43/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Nokia XR21 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (59/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Lava Storm Lite by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Nokia XR21?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Nokia XR21 — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Nokia XR21?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Nokia XR21?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.