Lava Storm Play vs Motorola Moto G17
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Motorola Moto G17 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme; launch prices were $109 and $142. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 42/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G17 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 358,608); the Motorola Moto G17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Motorola Moto G17
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1416
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $142
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Motorola Moto G17 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 190g vs 196g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Motorola Moto G17, the Lava Storm Play scores 3 points higher (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Motorola Moto G17 — 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 Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G17 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Motorola Moto G17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G81 Extreme | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1050 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 165.7×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $142 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Motorola Moto G17
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Motorola Moto G17
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Motorola Moto G17
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Motorola Moto G17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Motorola Moto G17 by 93.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $33. Lava Storm Play was $33 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G17 (51/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G17 is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G17 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (63/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Motorola Moto G17?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Motorola Moto G17 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Motorola Moto G17?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Motorola Moto G17 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Motorola Moto G17?
The Motorola Moto G17 leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Motorola Moto G17?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Motorola Moto G17?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.