Nitecore TIP 3 vs RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 size comparison
The RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 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.
The RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 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 Check price ↗ | RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 62 mm (2.44 in) | 60 mm (2.36 in)−2 mm |
| Head / width | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 15 mm (0.59 in)−11 mm |
| Body | — | 15 mm (0.59 in) |
| Thickness | 15 mm (0.59 in) | — |
| Weight | 30 g listed | 23 g listed |
| Battery | Built-in | Built-in |
| Max output | 720 lm | 650 lm |
| Throw | 92 m | 110 m |
| Type | Keychain | Keychain |
| Price | $34.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $46.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Only body diameter listed |
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TIP 3 vs Aurora A8 G3: how they differ
Size and weight
The RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 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 A8 G3 is 11 mm slimmer (15 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed; RovyVon Aurora A8 G3: 23 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 A8 G3, 11% more. For beam distance the RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 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 A8 G3 $46.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIP 3 cost $12.00 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 A8 G3 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 A8 G3 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the RovyVon Aurora A8 G3?
The RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 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 A8 G3 is 11 mm slimmer (15 vs 26 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore TIP 3: 30 g listed; RovyVon Aurora A8 G3: 23 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the RovyVon Aurora A8 G3?
The Nitecore TIP 3 is rated brighter: 720 lm maximum vs 650 lm for the RovyVon Aurora A8 G3, 11% more. For beam distance the RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 reaches further: 110 m vs 92 m rated throw (20% more).
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore TIP 3 or the RovyVon Aurora A8 G3?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore TIP 3 was $34.95 at batteryjunction.com and the RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 $46.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore TIP 3 cost $12.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore TIP 3 and RovyVon Aurora A8 G3 use the same battery?
Both run on a built-in rechargeable battery, so neither needs a separate battery.
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Sources
- Nitecore TIP 3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $34.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- RovyVon Aurora A8 G3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $46.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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