Lava Storm Play vs Redmi K90
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $109 and $401. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 76/100 vs 45/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K90 is faster in AnTuTu (3,077,585 vs 693,978); the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi K90
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $401
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi K90 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3077585 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (58/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi K90, the Redmi K90 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 leads (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (72/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi K90 — 80/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (72/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi K90 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3077585 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2510x1156 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7100 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $401 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K90
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K90
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2510x1156
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K90
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi K90, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K90 leads Lava Storm Play by 77.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $292. Lava Storm Play was $292 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (72/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi K90 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi K90?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi K90 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on camera score (58/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi K90?
The Redmi K90 leads on performance (91/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi K90?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi K90 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.