Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy S26
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600; launch prices were $109 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 vs 693,978); the Samsung Galaxy S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $799
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 25W vs 18W
- Lighter: 162g vs 196g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (43/100 vs 31/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy S26 — 62/100; 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 162 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy S26, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26 leads Lava Storm Play by 75.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $690. Lava Storm Play was $690 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (89/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 29 points (74/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for gamers and power users.