Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 4 Prime
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 4 Prime (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625; launch prices were $109 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 22/100 (a 23-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 218,879); the Redmi 4 Prime is noticeably lighter (156g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 4 Prime
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $150
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 14/100)
- 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 4 Prime better?
- Lighter: 156g vs 196g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 4 Prime, the Lava Storm Play scores 23 points higher (45/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 4 Prime — 18/100; 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 4 Prime (51/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (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 4 Prime notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 4 Prime | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 218879 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 862 | |
| 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 | 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 141.3×69.6×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 156 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 4 Prime
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 4 Prime
- 5.0" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 4 Prime
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 4 Prime, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 4 Prime by 217.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Lava Storm Play was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (51/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime (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 4 Prime notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Redmi 4 Prime by 23 points (45/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 4 Prime — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 4 Prime?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.