Lava Storm Play vs OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $109 and $555. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra has the bigger battery (8600 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,429,868 vs 693,978); the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 217g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 217g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $555
- Better portability (59/100 vs 43/100)
What makes OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3429868 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 8600 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads (82/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 66/100; 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 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (59/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3429868 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1272x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8600 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 162.5×77.5×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 217 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $555 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra
- 8600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads Lava Storm Play by 79.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $446. Lava Storm Play was $446 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (82/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra (59/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 29 points (74/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra leads on performance (94/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The OnePlus Ace 6 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.