Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $109 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 45/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 693,978); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 196g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 30 points higher (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (43/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (97/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Lava Storm Play by 77.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $990. Lava Storm Play was $990 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (97/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 30 points (75/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.