Lava Storm Play vs ZTE Axon 40
The Lava Storm Play (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7060, while the ZTE Axon 40 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Axon 40 leads — 58/100 vs 45/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the ZTE Axon 40 is faster in AnTuTu (1,010,069 vs 693,978); the ZTE Axon 40 has NFC for contactless payments, the Lava Storm Play doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Lava Storm Play
ZTE Axon 40
What makes Lava Storm Play better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 200g
- Better portability (59/100 vs 53/100)
What makes ZTE Axon 40 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1010069 vs 693978
- Better Geekbench Single: 1298 vs 1037
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3520 vs 2386
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (61/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (51/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (73/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Lava Storm Play vs the ZTE Axon 40, the ZTE Axon 40 scores 13 points higher (58/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 leads (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (73/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Lava Storm Play | ZTE Axon 40 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7060 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 | |
| AnTuTu | 693978 | 1010069 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1037 | 1298 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2386 | 3520 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 44 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 750 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 200 g | |
| Launch price | $109 | — |
Camera comparison
Lava Storm Play
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
ZTE Axon 40
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 44MP
Display comparison
Lava Storm Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Axon 40
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Lava Storm Play
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Axon 40
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Lava Storm Play and ZTE Axon 40, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ZTE Axon 40 leads Lava Storm Play by 31.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Axon 40
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (61/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (73/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Axon 40 notably outperforms the Lava Storm Play (51/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE Axon 40 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Lava Storm Play is a bit better (59/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Lava Storm Play or the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 is noticeably better than the Lava Storm Play — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Lava Storm Play and the ZTE Axon 40?
The Lava Storm Play has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the ZTE Axon 40 — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Lava Storm Play or the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Lava Storm Play or the ZTE Axon 40?
The ZTE Axon 40 leads on performance (61/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Lava Storm Play over the ZTE Axon 40?
The Lava Storm Play is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Axon 40 is a better fit for active users.