Lava Storm Play vs Oppo Reno9 Pro
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Oppo Reno9 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max. By overall MobileRank rating, the Oppo Reno9 Pro leads — 56/100 vs 45/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Oppo Reno9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,092,605 vs 693,978); the Oppo Reno9 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Oppo Reno9 Pro is noticeably lighter (174g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Oppo Reno9 Pro
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Oppo Reno9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1092605 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1139 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3842 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Lighter: 174g vs 196g
- Higher performance (62/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Oppo Reno9 Pro, the Oppo Reno9 Pro scores 11 points higher (56/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro leads (62/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Oppo Reno9 Pro are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (83/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Oppo Reno9 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Max | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 1092605 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1139 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 3842 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2412 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, ColorOS 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 950 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 162.3×74.2×7.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 174 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Oppo Reno9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Oppo Reno9 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Oppo Reno9 Pro leads Lava Storm Play by 36.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo Reno9 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Oppo Reno9 Pro are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo Reno9 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (83/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro is noticeably better than the Lava Storm Play — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Oppo Reno9 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Oppo Reno9 Pro leads on performance (62/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Oppo Reno9 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Oppo Reno9 Pro is a better fit for active users.