Lava Storm Play vs Redmi A7 Pro 5G
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi A7 Pro 5G (2026) runs on the Unisoc T8300; launch prices were $109 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 42/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A7 Pro 5G has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 32 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 639,225).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 639225
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 880
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2073
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 32MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $110
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 20/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Redmi A7 Pro 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi A7 Pro 5G, the Lava Storm Play scores 3 points higher (45/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 20/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi A7 Pro 5G — 68/100; 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 and the Redmi A7 Pro 5G are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi A7 Pro 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Unisoc T8300 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 639225 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2073 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 171.5×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $110 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- Main: 32MP f/2.0
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A7 Pro 5G
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi A7 Pro 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Redmi A7 Pro 5G by 8.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Lava Storm Play was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi A7 Pro 5G are nearly equal (51/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (30/100 vs 20/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Redmi A7 Pro 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi A7 Pro 5G — 42/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 20/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi A7 Pro 5G?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.