Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Spark 50 5G
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Spark 50 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400; launch prices were $109 and $160. Both devices score the same overall rating of 45/100. Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 5G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 581,041); the Tecno Spark 50 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Spark 50 5G
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 581041
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 803
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2047
- Lighter: 196g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $160
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 50 5G better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
The Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 50 5G received the same MobileRank rating — 45/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 5G leads (58/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Tecno Spark 50 5G — 62/100; 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 45/100). 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 50 5G notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Spark 50 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1576 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 167.9×79.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $160 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1576
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 50 5G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Spark 50 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Tecno Spark 50 5G by 19.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $51. Lava Storm Play was $51 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
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 50 5G notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
Both devices scored 45/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lava Storm Play (51/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Spark 50 5G — 45/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 45/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Spark 50 5G?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.