Lava Storm Play vs Redmi A7 Pro
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi A7 Pro (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $109 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 34/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A7 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi A7 Pro
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 196g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $130
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Redmi A7 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi A7 Pro, the Lava Storm Play scores 11 points higher (45/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi A7 Pro — 48/100; 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 notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi A7 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 58/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi A7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1640x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP52 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 171.5×79.5×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi A7 Pro
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi A7 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1640x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi A7 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Lava Storm Play was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (51/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi A7 Pro (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi A7 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi A7 Pro are nearly equal (59/100 vs 58/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play is noticeably better than the Redmi A7 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi A7 Pro — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi A7 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.