Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi 7A
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi 7A (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439; launch prices were $89 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 19/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 193,115); the Redmi 7A is noticeably lighter (165g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi 7A
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $90
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 7A better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 196g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Redmi 7A, the Lava Storm Lite scores 24 points higher (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 12/100). 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 25/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi 7A — 30/100; 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 7A (45/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (43/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 7A is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi 7A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 193115 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 199 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 795 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 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 | 146.3×70.4×9.6 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 165 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi 7A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 7A
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 7A
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi 7A, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Redmi 7A by 200.9% 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 7A (45/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 7A (43/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 7A is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 7A?
The Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi 7A by 24 points (43/100 vs 19/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi 7A?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi 7A — 19/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 7A?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi 7A?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi 7A?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.