Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Pova 7 Neo
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Pova 7 Neo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $109 and $140. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads — 48/100 vs 45/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 7 Neo has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 561,891).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 561891
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2014
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $140
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Neo better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Tecno Pova 7 Neo, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo scores 3 points higher (48/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads (71/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 72/100; 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 is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (71/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Pova 7 Neo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 561891 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $140 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova 7 Neo
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Pova 7 Neo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Tecno Pova 7 Neo by 23.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $31. Lava Storm Play was $31 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo are nearly equal (55/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (71/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Pova 7 Neo — 48/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Tecno Pova 7 Neo leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Pova 7 Neo?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.