Lava Storm Play vs Redmi K90 Max
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi K90 Max (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $109 and $504. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 Max leads — 75/100 vs 45/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 Max has the bigger battery (8550 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,760,662 vs 693,978); the Redmi K90 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi K90 Max
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $504
- Better portability (59/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Redmi K90 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3760662 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 8550 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi K90 Max, the Redmi K90 Max scores 30 points higher (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max leads (78/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi K90 Max — 72/100; 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 Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (96/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 41/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi K90 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3760662 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8550 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP66 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $504 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90 Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90 Max
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90 Max
- 8550 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi K90 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 Max leads Lava Storm Play by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $395. Lava Storm Play was $395 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (96/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 Max is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Redmi K90 Max (59/100 vs 41/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 30 points (75/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi K90 Max?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K90 Max — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi K90 Max?
The Redmi K90 Max leads on performance (96/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi K90 Max?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.