Lava Storm Play vs TCL K70 SE
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the TCL K70 SE (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G50; launch prices were $109 and $55. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 18/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 184,328); the TCL K70 SE is noticeably lighter (150g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
TCL K70 SE
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 184328
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 889
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 12/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
What makes TCL K70 SE better?
- Lighter: 150g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $55 vs $109
- Better portability (68/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the TCL K70 SE, the Lava Storm Play scores 27 points higher (45/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (43/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, TCL K70 SE — 32/100; 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 Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the TCL K70 SE (51/100 vs 12/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the TCL K70 SE (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the TCL K70 SE (43/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 SE is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | TCL K70 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G50 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 184328 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 200 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 889 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 540x1210 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 10W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 2 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 400 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 165.9×76.6×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 150 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $55 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
TCL K70 SE
- Main: 5MP f/2.2
- Front: 2MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
TCL K70 SE
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 540x1210
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
TCL K70 SE
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and TCL K70 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads TCL K70 SE by 276.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $54. TCL K70 SE was $54 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the TCL K70 SE (51/100 vs 12/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the TCL K70 SE (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the TCL K70 SE (43/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL K70 SE is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the TCL K70 SE?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the TCL K70 SE by 27 points (45/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the TCL K70 SE?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the TCL K70 SE — 18/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the TCL K70 SE?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the TCL K70 SE?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 12/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the TCL K70 SE?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.