Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Spark 40 Pro
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Spark 40 Pro (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100; launch prices were $109 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro leads — 46/100 vs 45/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 575,630); the Tecno Spark 40 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is thinner (6.7mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2014
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $150
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (76/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Tecno Spark 40 Pro, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro scores 1 points higher (46/100 vs 45/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 66/100; 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 44/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (70/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (76/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Spark 40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G100 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1224x2720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, HIOS 15.1 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×75.9×6.7 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1224x2720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Spark 40 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Tecno Spark 40 Pro by 20.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Lava Storm Play was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (70/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro are nearly equal (30/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (76/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Tecno Spark 40 Pro edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Spark 40 Pro — 46/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Spark 40 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.