Lava Storm Play vs Meizu M3 Note
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Meizu M3 Note (2016) runs on the MediaTek Helio P10; launch prices were $109 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 17/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Meizu M3 Note is noticeably lighter (163g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Meizu M3 Note
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 140
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 590
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $150
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Meizu M3 Note better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 196g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Meizu M3 Note, the Lava Storm Play scores 28 points higher (45/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Meizu M3 Note — 8/100; 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 Play significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (51/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Meizu M3 Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio P10 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 140 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 590 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 153.6×75.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Meizu M3 Note
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Meizu M3 Note
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Meizu M3 Note
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Lava Storm Play was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (51/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Meizu M3 Note (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Meizu M3 Note notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Meizu M3 Note?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Meizu M3 Note by 28 points (45/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Meizu M3 Note?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Meizu M3 Note — 17/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Meizu M3 Note?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Meizu M3 Note?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Meizu M3 Note?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.