Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 45/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 693,978); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 249g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 249g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 70W vs 18W
- Higher performance (74/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 28 points higher (73/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Phantom V Fold2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 1540240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1967 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 5401 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 2000x2296 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5750 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 70W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 249 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2000x2296
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
- 5750 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Lava Storm Play by 54.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (74/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (68/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 28 points (73/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (74/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.