Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 15
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $109 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 43/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 476,175); the Redmi 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 15
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1396
- Lighter: 196g vs 214g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $180
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 34/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (74/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 15, the Lava Storm Play scores 2 points higher (45/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 leads (58/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 15 — 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 15 (51/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $180 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 15 by 45.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $71. Lava Storm Play was $71 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (51/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 15?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Redmi 15 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 15?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 15 — 43/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 15?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 15?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.