HMD Aura 2

The HMD Aura 2 features a compact design with a weight of 185.4 g and dimensions of 166.4 mm in height and 76.9 mm in width. The phone has a thickness of 9 mm, providing a slim profile. It offers IP54 water resistance, protecting against splashes and dust, but it does not feature a rugged build. Additionally, it has a total volume of 115.16544 cm³ and is not capable of folding.

The HMD Aura 2 features a 6.52″ LCD, IPS display with a resolution of 576 x 1280 px, providing a pixel density of 215 ppi for clear visuals. The screen offers a typical brightness of 460 nits, ensuring good visibility in most conditions. It supports a 60Hz refresh rate but does not feature advanced technologies like HDR10 or Gorilla Glass for enhanced durability.

The HMD Aura 2 is powered by the Unisoc SC9863A chipset with a total of 8 CPU threads, running at speeds of 4 x 1.6 GHz and 4 x 1.2 GHz. It has 4GB of RAM running at 933 MHz, paired with 256GB of internal storage for efficient multitasking and ample space. The phone features integrated PowerVR GE8322 graphics with a GPU clock speed of 550 MHz, and supports 64-bit processing, OpenGL ES 3.2, and DirectX 11. For performance testing, it achieves an AnTuTu benchmark score of 154110 and a Geekbench 6 multi-core score of 725.

The HMD Aura 2 is equipped with a 13 MP main camera and a 5 MP front camera, providing solid photography options for its category. The main camera includes features like phase-detection autofocus for photos, continuous autofocus for video recording, and the ability to shoot in slow motion. Additionally, it supports manual controls for exposure, ISO, and white balance, allowing for more creative control. While it does not support optical zoom or advanced features like HDR10 recording, it does include a built-in HDR mode for better photo quality and a flash for low-light situations.

The HMD Aura 2 runs on Android 14, offering a range of privacy and customization features. It includes location privacy options, camera/microphone access controls, and clipboard warnings for enhanced security. Users can enjoy theme customization, dark mode, and dynamic theming for a personalized experience. Additionally, the device supports features like split screen, full-page screenshots, and offline voice recognition, along with capabilities like media picker, voice commands, and customizable notifications for a more flexible and user-friendly interface.

The HMD Aura 2 is equipped with a 5000 mAh battery that provides substantial power for extended use. It supports fast charging at a speed of 10W, ensuring quick recharges, but lacks wireless charging capabilities. The battery is rechargeable and includes a battery level indicator, though it does not feature a removable battery.

The device features a 3.5 mm audio jack for wired audio connections, but does not include stereo speakers for enhanced sound. It also supports FM radio, allowing you to listen to your favorite stations, but lacks advanced Bluetooth audio technologies like aptX, LDAC, and aptX Adaptive.

This device supports Bluetooth 5.2 for efficient wireless connections and offers a USB Type-C port for fast data transfer and charging. It also features 2 SIM slots for flexible connectivity, along with Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) support and GPS functionality. Additionally, it has an external memory slot for expandable storage, while lacking support for 5G, NFC, and advanced sensors like the gyroscope or barometer.

This device is equipped with a video light for improved lighting during video recording, but does not feature a sapphire glass display, a curved display, or an e-paper display.