Lava Storm Play vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $109 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 693,978); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $650
- Better portability (59/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (73/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Lava Storm Play by 78.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $541. Lava Storm Play was $541 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (91/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (73/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (59/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.