Nitecore TIP 3 vs RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 size comparison

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The RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Nitecore TIP 3, and 11 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Nitecore TIP 3 · 62 mmRovyVon Aurora A5 G4 · 60 mm

The RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Nitecore TIP 3, and 11 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore TIP 3
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RovyVon Aurora A5 G4
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Length62 mm (2.44 in)60 mm (2.36 in)−2 mm
Head / width26 mm (1.02 in)15 mm (0.59 in)−11 mm
Body—15 mm (0.59 in)
Thickness15 mm (0.59 in)—
Weight30 g listed17 g listed
BatteryBuilt-inBuilt-in
Max output720 lm650 lm
Throw92 m110 m
TypeKeychainKeychain
Price$34.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$36.95 at rovyvon.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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TIP 3 vs Aurora A5 G4: how they differ

Size and weight

The RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At its widest point the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 is 11 mm slimmer (15 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed; RovyVon Aurora A5 G4: 17 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 650 lm for the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4, 11% more. For beam distance the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 reaches further: 110 m vs 92 m rated throw (20% more).

Battery

Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TIP 3 was $34.95 at batteryjunction.com and the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 $36.95 at rovyvon.com, so the Nitecore TIP 3 cost $2.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are keychain lights in our catalog.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Nitecore TIP 3 if you want more output (720 lm vs 650 lm). Choose the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 if you want a slimmer profile (11 mm narrower) and longer throw (110 m vs 92 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TIP 3 vs Aurora A5 G4 FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4?

The RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 is the shorter light: 60 mm (2.36 in) against 62 mm (2.44 in), a difference of 2 mm (3%). At its widest point the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 is 11 mm slimmer (15 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed; RovyVon Aurora A5 G4: 17 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4?

The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 650 lm for the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4, 11% more. For beam distance the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 reaches further: 110 m vs 92 m rated throw (20% more).

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TIP 3 was $34.95 at batteryjunction.com and the RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 $36.95 at rovyvon.com, so the Nitecore TIP 3 cost $2.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore TIP 3 and RovyVon Aurora A5 G4 use the same battery?

Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.

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