Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $109 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 24/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 153,667).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy A03 Core better?
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $109
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, the Lava Storm Play scores 21 points higher (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 36/100; 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 A03 Core (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy A03 Core | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 164.2×75.9×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A03 Core
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy A03 Core, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 351.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Samsung Galaxy A03 Core was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (51/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core by 21 points (45/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
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 A03 Core?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy A03 Core?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.