Lava Storm Play vs OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e; launch prices were $109 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads — 66/100 vs 45/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is faster in AnTuTu (2,536,961 vs 693,978); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $250
- Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2536961 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing scores 21 points higher (66/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (68/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100; 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 Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2536961 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 2233 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 7478 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2392 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and OnePlus Ace 5 Racing, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads Lava Storm Play by 72.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $141. Lava Storm Play was $141 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (68/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 21 points (66/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 66/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on performance (84/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.