Lava Storm Play vs Redmi A2+
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi A2+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36; launch prices were $109 and $85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 21/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 193,858).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi A2+
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 781
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Redmi A2+ better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $85 vs $109
- Overall rating 21/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi A2+, 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 A2+ — 36/100; 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 A2+ (51/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi A2+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G36 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 193858 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 189 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 781 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 400 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $85 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A2+
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A2+
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A2+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi A2+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi A2+ by 258.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $24. Redmi A2+ was $24 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ (51/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi A2+ (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A2+?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Redmi A2+ by 24 points (45/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi A2+?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi A2+ — 21/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A2+?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A2+?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi A2+?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.