Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 14C
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 14C (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $109 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 31/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 14C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 358,608); the Redmi 14C has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 14C
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1416
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $120
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 14C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 14C, the Lava Storm Play scores 14 points higher (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 14C — 44/100; 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 14C (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 14C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 14C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 14C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 14C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 14C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 14C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 14C by 93.5% 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 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (51/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (30/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 14C and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 14C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Play is noticeably better than the Redmi 14C — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 14C — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 14C?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.