Lava Storm Lite vs Redmi K80 Ultra
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi K80 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+; launch prices were $89 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads — 73/100 vs 43/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K80 Ultra has the bigger battery (7410 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K80 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,874,956 vs 581,041); the Redmi K80 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't; the Lava Storm Lite is noticeably lighter (196g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Redmi K80 Ultra
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $350
- Better portability (59/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Redmi K80 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2874956 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7410 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Redmi K80 Ultra, the Redmi K80 Ultra scores 30 points higher (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Redmi K80 Ultra — 80/100; 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 Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (89/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (59/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Redmi K80 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 2874956 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 2729 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 8430 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7410 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi K80 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 6.8" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K80 Ultra
- 7410 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Redmi K80 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K80 Ultra leads Lava Storm Lite by 79.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $261. Lava Storm Lite was $261 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (89/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (86/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the Redmi K80 Ultra (59/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite by 30 points (73/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi K80 Ultra — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Redmi K80 Ultra leads on performance (89/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Redmi K80 Ultra?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K80 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.