Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads — 74/100 vs 45/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 693,978); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 201g
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide scores 29 points higher (74/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (98/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (98/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Lava Storm Play by 82.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (98/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (80/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide 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 Z Fold Wide?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.