Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi 12
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $89 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 39/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi 12
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1375
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $150
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Redmi 12, the Lava Storm Lite scores 4 points higher (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi 12 — 52/100; 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 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Redmi 12 by 59.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $61. Lava Storm Lite was $61 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (45/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Lite edges out the Redmi 12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.