Lava Storm Play vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 53/100 vs 45/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is faster in AnTuTu (971,424 vs 693,978).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Overall rating 45/100
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 971424 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1167 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2577 vs 2386
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Lighter: 188g vs 196g
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 8 points higher (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads Lava Storm Play by 28.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (57/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (79/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Lava Storm Play are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (68/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Lava Storm Play by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on performance (57/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.