Lava Storm Play vs Poco X8 Pro Max
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Poco X8 Pro Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $109 and $469. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads — 71/100 vs 45/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (2,604,459 vs 693,978); the Poco X8 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Poco X8 Pro Max
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $469
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2604459 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Poco X8 Pro Max, the Poco X8 Pro Max scores 26 points higher (71/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max leads (77/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Poco X8 Pro Max — 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 Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Poco X8 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2604459 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| 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 / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $469 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Poco X8 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro Max leads Lava Storm Play by 73.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $360. Lava Storm Play was $360 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 26 points (71/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Poco X8 Pro Max — 71/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Poco X8 Pro Max leads on performance (91/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Poco X8 Pro Max?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.