Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi 6A
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi 6A (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22; launch prices were $89 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 17/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 155,362); the Redmi 6A is noticeably lighter (145g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi 6A
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $90
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 6A better?
- Lighter: 145g vs 196g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Redmi 6A, the Lava Storm Lite scores 26 points higher (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (43/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi 6A — 26/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (45/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (43/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (80/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi 6A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 145 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 6A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 6A
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 6A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi 6A, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Redmi 6A by 274.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Lava Storm Lite was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (45/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (43/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (80/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A by 26 points (43/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi 6A — 17/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.