Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 15C
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $109 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 36/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 348,562); the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 15C
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1461
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $120
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Redmi 15C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 15C, the Lava Storm Play scores 9 points higher (45/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 15C — 54/100; 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 15C (51/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 15C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 810 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 15C
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 15C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 15C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 15C by 99.1% 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 15C (51/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 15C are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 15C?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Redmi 15C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 15C?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 15C — 36/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 15C?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 15C?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.