Lava Storm Play vs Vivo Y21d
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the Vivo Y21d (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7225; launch prices were $109 and $110. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Play leads — 45/100 vs 38/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y21d has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
Vivo Y21d
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 1037 vs 580
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2386 vs 1750
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 196g vs 209g
- Cheaper at launch: $109 vs $110
- Higher performance (51/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 49/100)
What makes Vivo Y21d better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 18W
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the Vivo Y21d, the Lava Storm Play scores 7 points higher (45/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play leads (51/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d leads (58/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Lava Storm Play — 76/100, Vivo Y21d — 60/100; 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 Y21d (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, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 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 Y21d | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 166.1×77.0×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 209 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | $110 |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y21d
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y21d
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y21d
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1. Lava Storm Play was $1 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Play notably outperforms the Vivo Y21d (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, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y21d notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (58/100 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 Y21d?
The Lava Storm Play edges out the Vivo Y21d by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the Vivo Y21d?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo Y21d — 38/100.
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the Vivo Y21d?
The Lava Storm Play leads on performance (51/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the Vivo Y21d?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.