Lava Storm Play vs Vivo Y05
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo Y05 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $109 and $90. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 33/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y05 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 8 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo Y05
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
- Lighter: 196g vs 209g
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y05 better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $90 vs $109
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo Y05, the Lava Storm Play scores 12 points higher (45/100 vs 33/100). 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). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 leads (53/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Vivo Y05 — 58/100; 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 Y05 (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100. In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | Vivo Y05 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $90 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y05
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y05
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y05
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $19. Vivo Y05 was $19 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (51/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo Y05 (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo Y05?
The Lava Storm Play is noticeably better than the Vivo Y05 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo Y05?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo Y05 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo Y05?
The Lava Storm Play leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo Y05?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo Y05?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.