Google Nexus 5 Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
4.95", 1920 x 1080
Main Camera
8 Megapixel
Operating System
Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Storage
16 GB
RAM
2 GB
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
Battery
2300 mAh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Google Nexus 5
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch
Height 137.84 mm Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Width 69.17 mm Better than 53 % of phones rated.
Depth 8.59 mm Better than 71 % of phones rated.
Weight 130 g Better than 62 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Red | White | Black
Waterproof (Water-resistant) -
SAR Value 0.48 W/kg (body), 0.49 W/kg (head)
Connector Type SlimPort (Micro-USB) - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B
Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
SIM Card Type (Size) Micro SIM

Design of Google Nexus 5 has dimensions of 137.84 mm × 69.17 mm × 8.59 mm and weight of 130 g.

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DISPLAY Google Nexus 5
Display Type LCD display
Display Technology IPS
Screen Size (Display Size) 4.95" Worse than 55 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 1920 x 1080 pixels Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Display Format Full HD
Pixel Density 445 ppi Better than 80 % of phones rated.
Display Protection (Screen Protector) Corning Gorilla Glass 3 (scratch resistant glass)

The screen size reaches 4.95" inches. Smaller phone displays are not necessarily a disadvantage. They are easier to use with one hand. However, displays of these sizes don't provide the same experience when watching videos or playing games, so they're better suited for less demanding users. It means, if you're a basic user and you don't expect to use your phone for activities like watching videos or playing games on regular basis, this size is perfectly adequate. LCD displays are currently taking a back seat. This is mainly due to higher power consumption. In addition, they have the disadvantage of lower colour contrast, which can be reflected e.g. in the resulting photos. On the other hand, phones with LCD displays are in general cheaper than those with OLED technology.

Display Resolution of Google Nexus 5 is 1920 x 1080 pixels. A higher display resolution is a prerequisite for a sharper image. The standard for mid-range phones today is a Full HD resolution of 1920 × 1080 px. Cheaper phones, which usually have a smaller diagonal, have an HD resolution of 1280 × 720 px. Smaller resolutions can only be found in older models. Best phones, on the other hand, have a 4K resolution of 3840 x 2160 px. If you want a perfect picture, focus on pixel density in addition to resolution. This number indicates how sharp the image will be. Best phones today have a display fineness of 450 ppi or higher, but the today´s average is around 350-400 ppi. That should be enough for you to enjoy a fine and sharp image. This model has a pixel density of 445 ppi.

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PROCESSOR Google Nexus 5
Processor Type (CPU) Qualcomm Snapdragon 800
Clock Speed 2.26 GHz Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty Quad-core Worse than 57 % of phones rated.
Graphics System (GPU) Qualcomm ADRENO 330

The processor type of the Google Nexus 5 is Qualcomm Snapdragon 800. The number of processor cores is 4. It is a number of cores that plays an important role in evaluating the performance of phone as it is responsible for computing operations. Smartphones already commonly have a core count of around 4 to 8. Multi-core processors can perform better and reduce the processing time of a request to a minimum, which is reflected in the responsiveness of the phone, e.g. in the speed of opening applications. Google Nexus 5 is provided with processor´s frequency of 2.26 GHz. Normally today you will find this value between 1.8 and 2.8 GHz, and the higher the number, the faster the response of the phone. The processor frequency will thus be one of the important parameters if you are looking for a phone capable of managing several requests at once without major problems.

The processor also includes the graphics accelerator Qualcomm ADRENO 330.

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MEMORY Google Nexus 5
RAM 2 GB Better than 55 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 16 GB Worse than 53 % of phones rated.

The phone is provided with an internal memory of 16 GB. Internal storage capacity is often a key parameter, as it determines how many files, photos, apps and more your phone can store. This memory capacity is ideal for those who have a few basic apps and a few dozen photos on their phone. If you don't expect to use your phone to play games or need to store high-resolution photos, this size should be sufficient. There is almost no probability you're likely to see this low capacity on new smartphones. The standard memory today is around 64 and 128 GB. The best phones have internal memory of 256 GB or more. Fortunately, manufacturers nowadays think of all users and therefore offer phone models with different memory sizes so that everyone can choose what suits them.

Operating memory significantly affects the performance of the entire phone. Google Nexus 5 has an operating memory of 2 GB. Phones with less than 4 GB of RAM are better suited for undemanding users who use phone more for basic needs and some essential applications only. But if you are a heavy user, reach for at least 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which is the standard today, or 12 GB for the really demanding ones.

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CAMERA Google Nexus 5
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 8 Megapixel Better than 52 % of phones rated.
Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) Optical Image Stabiliser (OIS) Better than 87 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
HDR Mode HDR+
Light Source LED light
Camera Features (Functions) Photo sphere
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 0

The rear camera of the Google Nexus 5 has only one lens. Single lens is more typical for older phones or lower-end phones with lower quality cameras. The rear cameras of modern phones nowadays are usually equipped with two, three and sometimes even five rear camera lenses. A high resolution lens alone does not necessarily mean high quality photos. The main lens in this has a resolution of 8 Megapixel. However, if you are looking for perfect photos, in addition to resolution, don't forget to focus on at other parameters such as lens aperture or pixel size. An undeniable advantage is the optical image stabilisation, which makes image significantly more stable without any loss in quality. Cheaper phone models are equipped with electronic stabilisation, which has a negative effect on the resulting image quality.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Google Nexus 5
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 2300 mAh Better than 53 % of phones rated.
Wireless Charging Yes Better than 91 % of phones rated.
Standby Time 300 hours Worse than 59 % of phones rated.
Talk Time 1020 minutes Better than 73 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk: up to 1020 min
Standby: up to 300 hrs
Active online usage (Wi-Fi): up to 8.5 hrs
Active online usage (LTE): up to 7 hrs
Battery Technology Lithium polymer

The battery size of Google Nexus 5 is 2300 mAh. Nevertheless, battery capacity is not the only factor that affects the phone's battery life. For example - the size of the display, the performance of the processor, the use of data functions and, of course, the intensity of use of phone in general all have a significant impact on battery life. Standard for most smartphones today is a battery capacity of around 4500 to 5000 mAH. Phones with this battery size usually guarantee a phone life of at least 1 day. Older or cheaper smartphone models can then reach battery capacities typically around 2500 mAH and below. With this capacity, you may find that if you use your phone heavily, you may need to recharge your phone during the day.

Standby time is 300 hours. The value indicates how long your phone will last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. The battery life when making calls is, like standby time, a figure that tells us how long the phone will last on a single charge when making continuous calls. For the Google Nexus 5 it is 1020 minutes. Today, wireless charging feature is popular and appreciated by many users. You don't have to worry about your phone overheating, and it's also practical in that you don't wear out your phone's connector unnecessarily.

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CELLULAR Google Nexus 5
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 4G Better than 88 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 4.4 (KitKat)
Navigation A-GPS

Google Nexus 5 supports 4G. 4G connectivity is still common today, although the latest phones already have 5G connectivity. 3G connectivity is now more of a thing of past and can only be found on older models. The phone's operating system is Android 4.4 (KitKat).

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COMMUNICATIONS Google Nexus 5
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, LTE
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
4G LTE Band Band 1, Band 3, Band 5, Band 7, Band 8, Band 20
4G LTE Frequency FDD 2100, FDD 1800+, FDD 850, FDD 2600, FDD 900, FDD 800 DD
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth Bluetooth 4.0
NFC Yes Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services Google Hangouts, SMS, MMS

The NFC function will please all fans of contactless mobile payments. In addition, you can also use function in the context of connectivity, for example, to unlock doors or load menus in restaurants. Bluetooth 4.0 makes it easy to connect your phone to other wireless devices such as headphones, speakers, TV or tablet and more.

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MEDIA Google Nexus 5
Supported Digital Audio Standards WMA, AAC, AMR, MP3, AAC +, OGG, eAAC+, MIDI
Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4, H.264, H.263
FEATURES Google Nexus 5
Phone Functions Speakerphone, call timer, conference call, flight mode, vibrating alert
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyro sensor, hall sensor
Personal Information Management Calendar, synchronization with PC, calculator, reminder, alarm clock
Additional Phone Features Android Beam, Dual microphones, TV-out via SlimPort, Google Caller ID, Google Cloud Print function
OTHERS Google Nexus 5
Included Accessories Power adapter

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