Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Spark 50 Pro
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Spark 50 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate; launch prices were $109 and $160. Both devices score the same overall rating of 45/100. Key differences: the Tecno Spark 50 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 575,630); the Tecno Spark 50 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 575630
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2014
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $160
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 50 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 60W vs 18W
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Longer battery life (59/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
The Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 45/100. In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro leads (59/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 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 44/100). 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 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (59/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Spark 50 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Helio G100 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 575630 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 727 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2014 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 60W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 167.8×79.2×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $160 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 50 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Spark 50 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Tecno Spark 50 Pro by 20.6% 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 44/100).
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 Pro notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (59/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
Both devices scored 45/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Lava Storm Play (51/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Spark 50 Pro — 45/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Spark 50 Pro?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.