Google Nexus 5

NINJA SCORE

Positive Reviews

$139.99

(as of 16-03-2019 22:12 UTC) Details

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Amazon

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

Amazon

Critic Reviews

80

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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80

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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80

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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TechRadar

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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