Lava Storm Play vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $109 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 66/100 vs 45/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,112,047 vs 693,978); the Redmi Turbo 5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Redmi Turbo 5
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $250
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi Turbo 5 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2112047 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1555 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6405 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (77/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 21 points higher (66/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (74/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 82/100; 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 Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2112047 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 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 | |
| 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 | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Lava Storm Play by 67.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $141. Lava Storm Play was $141 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi Turbo 5 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 21 points (66/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (77/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.