Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 3S
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 3S (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 430; launch prices were $109 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 21/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 180,440); the Redmi 3S is noticeably lighter (144g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 3S
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 180440
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 827
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $120
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 3S better?
- Lighter: 144g vs 196g
- Better portability (78/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 3S, the Lava Storm Play scores 24 points higher (45/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 3S — 24/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (51/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 3S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 430 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 180440 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 827 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.0" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB / 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 139.3×69.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 144 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 3S
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 3S
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 3S
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 3S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 3S by 284.6% 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S (51/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 3S (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 3S notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Redmi 3S by 24 points (45/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 3S — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 3S?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.