Lava Storm Play vs Realme Neo7
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 45/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 693,978); the Realme Neo7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Realme Neo7
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 213g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 18W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Realme Neo7, the Realme Neo7 scores 22 points higher (67/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Realme Neo7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2550332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 2249 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 7352 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 80W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 213 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Realme Neo7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Lava Storm Play by 72.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme Neo7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (84/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (68/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 22 points (67/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Realme Neo7?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Realme Neo7 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Realme Neo7?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Realme Neo7?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.