Google Nexus 5
Pros
- Sleek Design
- Sharp Full-HD Display
- Inspiring Performance
- Guaranteed frequent software updates
Cons
- No microSD slot
- Poor cameras
- Average battery life
Bottom Line
Minor drawbacks aside, the Nexus 5 still remains one of the best devices you can buy if you prefer an unlocked smartphone.
The Google Nexus 5 is a bestselling 2013 smartphone that received positive reviews for next generation hardware performance, a thin and polished design, solid battery life, great call quality, the latest version of Android, 4.4 Kit Kat, with enhanced Google Now integration and all topped off with a jaw dropping price tag. Some reviewers were critical of the display brightness and camera quality as well as lack of a MicroSD card, but all in all the Nexus 5 more than holds it’s on amongst phones that are almost twice it’s price making it one of the best smartphone deals available on the market hands down.
- Weight: 4.59 lbs
- Processor: Snapdragon 800 MSM8974 2.3GHz
- Display Size: 4.95 inches
- RAM: 2GB
- Operating System: Android 5.0 Lollipop
- Battery Life: 8 hours
Score Summary
Critic Reviews
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CNet November 1, 2013
Strong performance, high-end specs, and an ultra-affordable price make the Google Nexus 5 not just the best unlocked phone on the market, but the best Nexus phone by far.
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LaptopMag November 8, 2013
The Nexus 5 delivers fast performance, a bright full-HD screen and lots of new features in Android KitKat, all for a very affordable off-contract price.
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PCMag November 6, 2013
Google has delivered an impressive smartphone with the Nexus 5 from LG, an unlocked powerhouse with a great price and solid performance, even if the camera comes up short.
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Specifications
| RAM | 2GB |
|---|---|
| Operating System | Google Android 5.0 Lollipop |
| Weight | 4.59 lbs |
| Battery Life | 8 hours |
| Connectivity | microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort), USB Host | NFC | Bluetooth | Wi-Fi | GPS |
| Internal Storage | 16GB |
| Removable Memory | None |
| Display Size | 4.95 inches |
| Display Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Display Type | IPS |
| Display Technology | True HD |
| Front Camera | 1.3 MP |
| Rear Camera | 8 MP |
| Graphics | Adreno 330 |
| Additional Features | Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Dimension (LxWxH) | 5.43 x 2.72 x 0.34 |
| Warranty | 1 year |
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