Lava Storm Play vs Poco X4 NFC
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Poco X4 NFC (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X4 NFC leads — 54/100 vs 45/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X4 NFC has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X4 NFC is faster in AnTuTu (750,481 vs 693,978); the Poco X4 NFC has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Poco X4 NFC
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2318
- Lighter: 196g vs 207g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Poco X4 NFC better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 750481 vs 693978
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (44/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Poco X4 NFC, the Poco X4 NFC scores 9 points higher (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X4 NFC leads (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100. In the "display" category, the Poco X4 NFC notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X4 NFC is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Poco X4 NFC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X4 NFC
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X4 NFC
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X4 NFC
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Poco X4 NFC, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X4 NFC leads Lava Storm Play by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Poco X4 NFC
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X4 NFC notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X4 NFC is a bit better (44/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X4 NFC is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X4 NFC?
The Poco X4 NFC edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Poco X4 NFC?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Poco X4 NFC — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X4 NFC?
The Poco X4 NFC leads on camera score (44/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Poco X4 NFC?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.