Lava Storm Play vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $109 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 45/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 693,978); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't; the Lava Storm Play is noticeably lighter (196g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $499
- Better portability (59/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2386
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 37 points higher (82/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (97/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (59/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Lava Storm Play by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $390. Lava Storm Play was $390 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (97/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (59/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Lava Storm Play by 37 points (82/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.