HMD Aura vs Lava Storm Lite
The HMD Aura (2024) runs on the Unisoc SC9863A1, while the Lava Storm Lite (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Lava Storm Lite leads — 43/100 vs 21/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Lava Storm Lite is faster in AnTuTu (581,041 vs 153,667); the HMD Aura is noticeably lighter (175g vs 196g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Aura
Lava Storm Lite
What makes HMD Aura better?
- Lighter: 175g vs 196g
- Better portability (64/100 vs 59/100)
What makes Lava Storm Lite better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 581041 vs 153667
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 205
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 846
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 9/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 10/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Aura vs the Lava Storm Lite, the Lava Storm Lite scores 22 points higher (43/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (45/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite leads (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (45/100 vs 9/100). In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the HMD Aura (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the HMD Aura (30/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Aura | Lava Storm Lite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9863A1 | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | |
| AnTuTu | 153667 | 581041 | |
| Geekbench Single | 205 | 803 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 846 | 2047 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 480 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.5×8.9 mm | 168.8×78.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 175 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $89 |
Camera comparison
HMD Aura
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Lava Storm Lite
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
HMD Aura
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Lava Storm Lite
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Aura
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Lava Storm Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Aura and Lava Storm Lite, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Lava Storm Lite leads HMD Aura by 73.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Aura
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the HMD Aura (45/100 vs 9/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the HMD Aura (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Lava Storm Lite notably outperforms the HMD Aura (30/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Aura is a bit better (64/100 vs 59/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Aura or the Lava Storm Lite?
The Lava Storm Lite significantly outperforms the HMD Aura by 22 points (43/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Aura and the Lava Storm Lite?
The HMD Aura has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Lava Storm Lite — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Aura or the Lava Storm Lite?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on camera score (30/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Aura or the Lava Storm Lite?
The Lava Storm Lite leads on performance (45/100 vs 9/100).
Should you choose the HMD Aura over the Lava Storm Lite?
The Lava Storm Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.