Lava Storm Play vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads — 50/100 vs 45/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Lava Storm Play has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z7 is faster in AnTuTu (750,481 vs 693,978); the Vivo iQOO Z7 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo iQOO Z7
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 750481 vs 693978
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 196g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (69/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (77/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Vivo iQOO Z7 scores 5 points higher (50/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2318 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Vivo iQOO Z7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z7 leads Lava Storm Play by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Z7
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 51/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (43/100 vs 38/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (77/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 50/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.