Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 12
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $109 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 39/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 12
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1375
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $150
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 12, the Lava Storm Play scores 6 points higher (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 12 — 52/100; 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 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 12 by 90.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Lava Storm Play was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (51/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (61/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Redmi 12 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 12?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.