Lava Storm Play vs OnePlus 13
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $109 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 693,978); the OnePlus 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
OnePlus 13
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $899
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the OnePlus 13, the OnePlus 13 scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, OnePlus 13 — 80/100; 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 OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (83/100 vs 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 | OnePlus 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3145582 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9700 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and OnePlus 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Lava Storm Play by 77.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $790. Lava Storm Play was $790 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (92/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (83/100 vs 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 OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the OnePlus 13?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the OnePlus 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the OnePlus 13?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the OnePlus 13?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.