Lava Storm Play vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $109 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 693,978); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $599
- Better portability (59/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 3758268 | |
| 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 | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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 15
- 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 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Lava Storm Play by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $490. Lava Storm Play was $490 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (94/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.