Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy A01
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy A01 (2020) runs on the Snapdragon 439; launch prices were $109 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 18/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 193,115); the Samsung Galaxy A01 is noticeably lighter (146g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy A01
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 193115
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 199
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 795
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $110
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A01 better?
- Lighter: 146g vs 196g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy A01, the Lava Storm Play scores 27 points higher (45/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (43/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy A01 — 20/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (43/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A01 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy A01 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Snapdragon 439 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 193115 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 199 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 795 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 5.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 16GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 146.2×70.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 146 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $110 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A01
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A01
- 5.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A01
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy A01, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Samsung Galaxy A01 by 259.4% 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (51/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 (43/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A01 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy A01?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A01 by 27 points (45/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy A01?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy A01 — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy A01?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy A01?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy A01?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.