Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $109 and $1299. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 45/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 693,978); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $1299
- Better portability (59/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 35 points higher (80/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 70/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" 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 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads Lava Storm Play by 77.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1190. Lava Storm Play was $1190 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (92/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (88/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 35 points (80/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.