Lava Storm Play vs Vivo T5e
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo T5e (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $109 and $136. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 31/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo T5e has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo T5e
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1750
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $136
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Vivo T5e better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Longer battery life (49/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo T5e, the Lava Storm Play scores 14 points higher (45/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (30/100 vs 10/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Vivo T5e — 40/100; 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 Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo T5e (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo T5e (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5e is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo T5e are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Vivo T5e | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Unisoc T7225 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 580 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 1750 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 570 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 167.3×77.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $136 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo T5e
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo T5e
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo T5e
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $27. Lava Storm Play was $27 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo T5e (51/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo T5e (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo T5e is a bit better (49/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo T5e are nearly equal (59/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo T5e?
The Lava Storm Play is noticeably better than the Vivo T5e — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo T5e?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo T5e — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo T5e?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo T5e?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo T5e?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.