Lava Storm Play vs Redmi 6A
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi 6A (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22; launch prices were $109 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 17/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 155,362); the Redmi 6A is noticeably lighter (145g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi 6A
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 6A better?
- Lighter: 145g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $109
- Better portability (80/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi 6A, the Lava Storm Play scores 28 points higher (45/100 vs 17/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (43/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi 6A — 26/100; 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 6A (51/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (43/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi 6A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio A22 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 155362 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 300 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 486 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3000 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 | 147.5×71.5×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 145 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 6A
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 6A
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 6A
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi 6A, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi 6A by 346.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Redmi 6A was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A (51/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi 6A (43/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 6A notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Redmi 6A by 28 points (45/100 vs 17/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 6A — 17/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi 6A?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.