Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy A10
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy A10 (2019) runs on the Exynos 7884; launch prices were $109 and $160. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 14/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A10 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy A10
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 254
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 802
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $160
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 2/100)
- 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 A10 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 196g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy A10, the Lava Storm Play scores 31 points higher (45/100 vs 14/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 2/100). 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 A10 — 0/100; 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 A10 (51/100 vs 2/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (43/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy A10 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Exynos 7884 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 254 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 802 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3400 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 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 | 155.6×75.6×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $160 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy A10
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A10
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy A10
- 3400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Lava Storm Play was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (51/100 vs 2/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 (43/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A10 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 A10?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A10 by 31 points (45/100 vs 14/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy A10?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy A10 — 14/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy A10?
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 A10?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 2/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy A10?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.