Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Pop X
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Pop X (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250; launch prices were $109 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 33/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Pop X
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 600
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1800
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 32/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
What makes Tecno Pop X better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $109
- Better portability (65/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Tecno Pop X, the Lava Storm Play scores 12 points higher (45/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Tecno Pop X — 54/100; 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 notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (51/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (65/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Pop X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 186 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pop X
- Main: 13MP f/1.85
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pop X
- 6.8" LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pop X
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Tecno Pop X was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (51/100 vs 32/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Pop X (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Pop X is a bit better (65/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Pop X?
The Lava Storm Play is noticeably better than the Tecno Pop X — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Pop X?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Pop X — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Pop X?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Pop X?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Pop X?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.