Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi A3X
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi A3X (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $89 and $80. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 21/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 193,858).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi A3X
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 781
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi A3X better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $80 vs $89
- Better portability (61/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Redmi A3X, the Lava Storm Lite scores 22 points higher (43/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi A3X — 38/100; 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 A3X (45/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X and the Lava Storm Lite are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi A3X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 193858 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 781 | |
| 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 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, MIUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 168.4×76.3×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $80 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi A3X
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A3X
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A3X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi A3X, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Redmi A3X by 199.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Redmi A3X was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X (45/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi A3X (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A3X 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 A3X?
The Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the Redmi A3X by 22 points (43/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi A3X?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi A3X — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi A3X?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi A3X?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi A3X?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.