Lava Storm Play vs TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400; launch prices were $109 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER leads — 57/100 vs 45/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is faster in AnTuTu (953,150 vs 693,978); the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $449
- Better portability (59/100 vs 47/100)
What makes TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 953150 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER scores 12 points higher (57/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER leads (61/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 38/100; 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 TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 953150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 174.5×81.2×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 7.2" IPS LCD NXTPAPER
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER leads Lava Storm Play by 27.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $340. Lava Storm Play was $340 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (61/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is a bit better (50/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER is noticeably better than the Lava Storm Play — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER — 57/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER leads on camera score (61/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER leads on performance (57/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the TCL 60 Ultra NXTPAPER?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.