Lava Storm Play vs Poco F8
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Poco F8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $109 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco F8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 693,978).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Poco F8
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $499
- Better portability (59/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Poco F8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (86/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Poco F8, the Poco F8 scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 leads (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 leads (86/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Poco F8 — 70/100; 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 Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (90/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Poco F8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" OLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco F8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco F8
- 6.6" OLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco F8
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Poco F8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 leads Lava Storm Play by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $390. Lava Storm Play was $390 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (90/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (86/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 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 Poco F8?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Poco F8 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco F8?
The Poco F8 leads on performance (91/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Poco F8?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco F8 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.