Lava Storm Play vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $109 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 70/100 vs 45/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (2,814,251 vs 693,978); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $1999
- Better portability (59/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2814251 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 25 points higher (70/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (93/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 48/100; 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 Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (93/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (59/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 2814251 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1968x2184 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 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 Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Lava Storm Play by 75.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1890. Lava Storm Play was $1890 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (93/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (59/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 25 points (70/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (93/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.