Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi 14C
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $89 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 31/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 358,608); the Redmi 14C has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi 14C
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1416
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $120
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Redmi 14C, the Lava Storm Lite scores 12 points higher (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (30/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi 14C — 44/100; 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 14C (45/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 14C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi 14C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi 14C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Redmi 14C by 62.0% 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 14C (45/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (30/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 14C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Lite is noticeably better than the Redmi 14C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi 14C — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on camera score (30/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.