Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Spark 40
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Spark 40 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81; launch prices were $109 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 39/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Spark 40 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 358,608); the Tecno Spark 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Spark 40
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1416
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $120
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 30/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 40 better?
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Lighter: 192g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Tecno Spark 40, the Lava Storm Play scores 6 points higher (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Tecno Spark 40 — 60/100; 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 Spark 40 (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Spark 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G81 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 358608 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 432 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1416 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1600x720 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 165.6×77.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 40
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 40
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 40
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Spark 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Tecno Spark 40 by 93.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $11. Lava Storm Play was $11 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 40 (51/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 40 is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Tecno Spark 40 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Spark 40 — 39/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Spark 40?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.