Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi 12C
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $89 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 25/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 348,562); the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi 12C
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $120
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Redmi 12C, the Lava Storm Lite scores 18 points higher (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (30/100 vs 0/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; 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 12C (45/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Redmi 12C by 66.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Lava Storm Lite was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (45/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 12C?
The Lava Storm Lite is noticeably better than the Redmi 12C — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 12C?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 12C?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 12C?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi 12C?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.