Lava Storm Play vs Poco X8 Pro
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $109 and $350. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 45/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,977,887 vs 693,978); the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Poco X8 Pro
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $350
- Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1977887 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 18W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 18 points higher (63/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (60/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Poco X8 Pro — 60/100; 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 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (76/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 1977887 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 67W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $350 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 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
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Lava Storm Play by 64.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $241. Lava Storm Play was $241 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (76/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (83/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (60/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Lava Storm Play — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.