Lava Storm Play vs Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme; launch prices were $109 and $590. By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads — 80/100 vs 45/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is faster in AnTuTu (2,366,913 vs 693,978).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $590
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2366913 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (76/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ scores 35 points higher (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads (76/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 76/100; 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 Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (76/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2366913 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | — | |
| Launch price | $109 | $590 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Motorola Edge 70 Pro+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads Lava Storm Play by 70.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $481. Lava Storm Play was $481 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (93/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (76/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 35 points (80/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ leads on performance (78/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Motorola Edge 70 Pro+?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.