Samsung Galaxy Nexus Specifications, Tests and Review

Display
4.65", 1280 x 720
Main Camera
5 Megapixel
Operating System
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Storage
16 GB
RAM
1 GB
Battery
1750 mAh

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Product Type Smartphone
Form Factor Touch
Height 136 mm Better than 50 % of phones rated.
Width 68 mm Better than 50 % of phones rated.
Depth 9 mm Better than 63 % of phones rated.
Weight 138 g Better than 55 % of phones rated.
Body Colour Titanium silver | White
Waterproof (Water-resistant) -
SAR Value 0.3 W/kg
Connector Type Headset jack - mini-phone 3.5mm
MHL (Micro-USB) - 5 pin Micro-USB Type B

The Samsung Galaxy Nexus has a height of 136 mm, a width of 68 mm and a thickness of 9 mm. The weight of the phone is 138 g.

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DISPLAY Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Display Type OLED display
Display Technology HD Super AMOLED
Screen Size (Display Size) 4.65" Worse than 58 % of phones rated.
Screen Resolution (Display Resolution) 1280 x 720 pixels Better than 63 % of phones rated.
Display Format HD
Colour Depth 16.7 million colours Better than 98 % of phones rated.
Display Features Wallpaper

The screen size reaches 4.65" inches. Phones with smaller displays are easier to use with one hand. The experience is less pleasant compared to phones with large displays. However, if you're buying a phone for basic use and don't want, for example, a good gaming experience or a large screen for watching movies, this size should be good enough for you. Owing to OLED technology, the display offers a true representation of colours, especially black. The resulting contrast is significantly higher and colours appear more vivid. OLED technology is now part of most smartphones, while LCD displays are becoming a thing of the past in mobile phones. OLED displays also have lower power consumption compared to LCD technology.

Display Resolution of Samsung Galaxy Nexus is 1280 x 720 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.

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PROCESSOR Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Clock Speed 1.2 GHz Worse than 67 % of phones rated.
Processor Core Qty Dual-core Worse than 90 % of phones rated.

The number of processor cores is 2. 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. The processor frequency indicates how many instructions phone can process in 1 second. The higher the frequency, the better the performance. Standard processor frequency range today is between 1.8 GHz and 2.8 GHz. Samsung Galaxy Nexus reaches the frequency of 1.2 GHz.

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MEMORY Samsung Galaxy Nexus
RAM 1 GB Worse than 61 % of phones rated.
Internal Memory Size (Storage Capacity) 16 GB Worse than 53 % of phones rated.

The phone´s internal memory capacity is 16 GB. The size of the internal storage determines e.g., how many photos, songs, movies, or applications you can store on your phone. 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. Luckily, most smartphone manufacturers nowadays offer models with different memory sizes to suit every user.

RAM memory of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus is 1 GB. Most powerful phones currently have an operating memory of 12 GB or more, which is especially useful for demanding users such as gaming enthusiasts. Normally, phones nowadays have 6 to 8 GB of RAM, which means that the phone can easily handle normal operation and more demanding applications. Operating memory of less than 4 GB is found in lower-end phones or older models, and they are suitable for low-end users who don't use demanding applications and have the phone more for basic use.

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CAMERA Samsung Galaxy Nexus
MAIN CAMERA
Number of Main Cameras 1
Sensor Resolution 5 Megapixel Worse than 60 % of phones rated.
Focus Adjustment Automatic
Digital Zoom 8x Better than 79 % of phones rated.
Camera Modes Red-Eye Reduction
White Balance Automatic, presets
Light Source LED light
Still Image Resolutions 2560 x 1920
Video Resolutions 1920 x 1080 (1080p)
Camera Features (Functions) Zero Shutter Lag
FRONT CAMERA
Number of Front Cameras 0

The rear camera of the Samsung Galaxy Nexus 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. The resolution of the main lens is 5 Megapixel. Higher resolution does not necessarily mean super high quality photos. Furthermore, it depends on the pixel size but also on other important factors.

Digital zoom in this case offers zooming up to 8x. Of course, the higher the lens value, the more distant object can be zoomed in. Nonetheless, the disadvantage of digital zoom is that the quality and sharpness of photo deteriorates when using it.

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BATTERY AND CHARGING Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Battery Capacity (Battery Size) 1750 mAh Worse than 59 % of phones rated.
Standby Time 210 hours Worse than 83 % of phones rated.
Talk Time 1176 minutes Better than 77 % of phones rated.
Run Time Details Talk (GSM): up to 1176 hrs
Standby (GSM): up to 210 hrs
Talk (WCDMA): up to 510 hrs
Standby (WCDMA): up to 200 hrs
Battery Technology Lithium Ion

The battery size of Samsung Galaxy Nexus is 1750 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 210 hours and it expresses the maximum time your phone can last on a single charge when you are not actively using it. Talk time, or we can say battery life when making calls, then indicates amount of time your phone will last from a full charge if you are constantly on a call. Samsung Galaxy Nexus is provided with a talk time about 1176 minutes.

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CELLULAR Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Technology WCDMA (UMTS) / GSM
Mobile Broadband Generation 3G Worse than 64 % of phones rated.
Operating System Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Navigation A-GPS

Samsung Galaxy Nexus supports 3G. 5G connectivity, which is slowly replacing standard 4G connectivity, is still more the preserve of the latest phones. The operating system in this case is Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich).

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COMMUNICATIONS Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Data Transmission GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+
2G Band 850 GSM, 900 GSM, 1800 GSM, 1900 GSM
Wireless Interface IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
Bluetooth Bluetooth 3.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP
NFC Yes Better than 66 % of phones rated.
Communication Features Mobile Email client, Internet browser
Messaging Services Google Talk, SMS, MMS

Fans of modern technology will appreciate NFC function, which allows, among other things, contactless mobile phone payments, but also finds other uses in connectivity, such as unlocking the door or loading the menu in restaurant using the NFC tag. Basic connectivity standards also include Bluetooth 3.0, making it easy to communicate wirelessly with other devices such as headphones, tablets, speakers and smartwatches.

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MEDIA Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Supported Digital Audio Standards AAC, MP3, AAC +, eAAC+
Supported Digital Video Standards MPEG-4, H.264, H.263
FEATURES Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Phone Functions Speakerphone, voice control, call timer, conference call, flight mode, voice dialing, vibrating alert
Sensors Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, proximity sensor, digital compass, barometer, gyro sensor
Ring Tone Formats MP3
Polyphonic Ringer Yes
Personal Information Management Calendar, synchronization with PC, calculator, reminder, alarm clock
Additional Phone Features Multitasking, Screen capture, Face Unlock
OTHERS Samsung Galaxy Nexus
Included Accessories Data cable, headset, power adapter
Max Operating Temperature 50 °C
Min Operating Temperature -20 °C

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