Lava Storm Play vs Realme C73
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Realme C73 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $109 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 42/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C73 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 528,398).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Realme C73
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1980
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 197g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $120
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Realme C73 better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (62/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Realme C73, the Lava Storm Play scores 3 points higher (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 leads (60/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Realme C73 — 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 Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (62/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Realme C73 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 625 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 165.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme C73
- Main: 32MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme C73
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme C73
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Realme C73, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Realme C73 by 31.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $11. Lava Storm Play was $11 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C73 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (60/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C73 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (62/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Realme C73?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Realme C73 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Realme C73?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Realme C73 — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Realme C73?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 20/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Realme C73?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Realme C73?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.