Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 17C
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra; launch prices were $109 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 32/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 358,608).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 17C
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1416
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Redmi 17C better?
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $109
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 17C, the Lava Storm Play scores 13 points higher (45/100 vs 32/100). 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 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 17C — 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 17C (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 17C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 600 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 171.6×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 17C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 17C by 93.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Redmi 17C was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (51/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 17C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 17C?
The Lava Storm Play is noticeably better than the Redmi 17C — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 17C?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 17C — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 17C?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 17C?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 17C?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.