Lava Storm Play vs Lava Virat V1
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Lava Virat V1 (2026) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 21/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 153,667).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Lava Virat V1
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 846
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Lava Virat V1 better?
- Overall rating 21/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Lava Virat V1, the Lava Storm Play scores 24 points higher (45/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Virat V1 (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Lava Virat V1 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Lava Virat V1 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 165.0×76.1×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | — | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Lava Virat V1
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Lava Virat V1
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Lava Virat V1
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Lava Virat V1, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Lava Virat V1 by 351.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Lava Virat V1
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Virat V1 (51/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Lava Virat V1 (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 Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Lava Virat V1?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Lava Virat V1 by 24 points (45/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Lava Virat V1?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Lava Virat V1 — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Lava Virat V1?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Lava Virat V1?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Lava Virat V1?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.