Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 17C 5G
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 17C 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $109 and $139. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 43/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 528,398); the Redmi 17C 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 17C 5G
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 528398
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 771
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1980
- Lighter: 196g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $139
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Redmi 17C 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 17C 5G, the Lava Storm Play scores 2 points higher (45/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 17C 5G — 64/100; 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 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 17C 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 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 / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 211 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $139 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 17C 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 17C 5G by 31.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $30. Lava Storm Play was $30 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C 5G is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Redmi 17C 5G 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 17C 5G?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 17C 5G — 43/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 17C 5G?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.