Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Phantom X2
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Phantom X2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads — 62/100 vs 45/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom X2 has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Tecno Phantom X2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,504,467 vs 693,978); the Tecno Phantom X2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Phantom X2
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 203g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom X2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1504467 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1693 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4384 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Tecno Phantom X2, the Tecno Phantom X2 scores 17 points higher (62/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 leads (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (71/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (50/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Phantom X2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9000 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 1504467 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1693 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 4384 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12, HIOS 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 164.6×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Phantom X2
- Main: 64MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Phantom X2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Phantom X2
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Phantom X2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Phantom X2 leads Lava Storm Play by 53.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Phantom X2
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (71/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (50/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom X2 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 is noticeably better than the Lava Storm Play — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Phantom X2 — 62/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Tecno Phantom X2 leads on performance (71/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Phantom X2?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom X2 is a better fit for active users.