Lava Storm Play vs Tecno Spark 8C
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Tecno Spark 8C (2022) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A; launch prices were $109 and $100. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 24/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Lava Storm Play is faster in AnTuTu (693,978 vs 153,667); the Tecno Spark 8C has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Tecno Spark 8C
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 693978 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 846
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 53/100)
What makes Tecno Spark 8C better?
- Lighter: 191g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $100 vs $109
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Tecno Spark 8C, the Lava Storm Play scores 21 points higher (45/100 vs 24/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C leads (66/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Tecno Spark 8C — 36/100; 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 significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Tecno Spark 8C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Unisoc SC9863A | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 153667 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 205 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 846 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 2GB / 3GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS 7.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 164.6×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $100 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Spark 8C
- Main: 13MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Tecno Spark 8C
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Spark 8C
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Tecno Spark 8C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Play leads Tecno Spark 8C by 351.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $9. Tecno Spark 8C was $9 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (51/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Spark 8C notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Storm Play significantly outperforms the Tecno Spark 8C by 21 points (45/100 vs 24/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Tecno Spark 8C — 24/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Tecno Spark 8C?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.