Lava Storm Lite vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $89 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 43/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 575,630); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Lite doesn't; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Lite
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 2014
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $89 vs $150
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 15W
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Lite vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 3 points higher (46/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Lite — 80/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 66/100; 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 and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (76/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Lite | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 581041 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $89 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Lite and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 0.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $61. Lava Storm Lite was $61 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (45/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (70/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Lite (76/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Lite or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro edges out the Lava Storm Lite by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Lite and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Lava Storm Lite has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Should you choose the Lava Storm Lite over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.