Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy M17
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy M17 (2025) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $109 and $130. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M17 leads — 48/100 vs 45/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy M17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy M17
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1826
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $130
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy M17 better?
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (67/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy M17, the Samsung Galaxy M17 scores 3 points higher (48/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy M17 — 76/100; 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 is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy M17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 607489 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 960 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1826 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $130 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy M17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy M17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Samsung Galaxy M17 by 14.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $21. Lava Storm Play was $21 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (67/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Samsung Galaxy M17 edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy M17 — 48/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy M17?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy M17 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.