Overall Score
59.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3081)59.3
Performance(#2958)62.5
Camera(#3662)42.4
Display(#3388)70.5
Battery(#1831)58.5
Build(#3335)70.8
Comparisons Featuring HMD Aura
Short Review
- The HMD Aura features a sleek design with dimensions of 163.9 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm and a weight of 175g, available in Glacier Green and Indigo Black.
- Its 6.56-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1612 pixels with a typical brightness of 480 nits, but lacks HDR support and has a 60Hz refresh rate.
- Powered by the Unisoc SC9863A1 chipset, the device includes an octa-core CPU and IMG8322 GPU, providing adequate performance for everyday tasks.
- The phone comes with 4GB of RAM and storage options of 64GB or 128GB.
- The rear camera features a 13 MP wide lens capable of 1080p video recording at 30fps, while the 5 MP selfie camera is suitable for basic photography.
- A robust 5000mAh battery ensures extended usage, although it supports only 10W charging and lacks wireless charging.
- Running on Android 13, the software experience is straightforward, with no stereo speakers but a headphone jack included.
- Connectivity options are limited to Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n and Bluetooth 4.2, with no 5G support.
- The device does not offer water resistance or advanced camera features like optical image stabilization.
- Overall, the HMD Aura is a functional smartphone with essential features for everyday use.
Specifications
General
Release Date2024, May 23
Announced2024, May 23
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size6.56"
TypeIPS LCD, 480 nits (typ)
Resolution720 x 1612 pixels (~268 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetUnisoc SC9863A1 (22 nm)
CPUOcta-core (4x1.6 GHz Cortex-A55 & 4x1.2 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUIMG8322
Memory64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, (wide), AFAuxiliary lens
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps
Selfie VideoYes
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh
Battery Details5000 mAh
Charging Details10W wired
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions163.9 x 75.5 x 8.9 mm (6.45 x 2.97 x 0.35 in)
Weight175 g
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsGlacier Green, Indigo Black
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✗
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 13
OS VersionAndroid 13
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes