Lava Storm Lite vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $89 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 43/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Lite has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 581,041); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2047
- Faster charging: 25W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 196g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 45/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 32 points higher (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (43/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (91/100 vs 45/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (97/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Lava Storm Lite by 80.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1010. Lava Storm Lite was $1010 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (91/100 vs 45/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Lite is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (97/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Lite by 32 points (75/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Lite or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.