Nexus 5
The 2013 cult classic — flagship power at a disruptive price.
The Nexus 5 is a premium Google smartphone released Oct 2013, with a launch price of $349. It pairs the Snapdragon 800 with a 4.95" FHD LCD display, a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera and a 2,300 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 34/100 — The 2013 phone enthusiasts still talk about. Standout strengths: flagship snapdragon 800 at a disruptive $349. and launch device for android 4.4 kitkat. Main trade-off: mediocre 8 mp camera even for 2013.
The 2013 phone enthusiasts still talk about.
The Nexus 5 delivered flagship power and stock Android for $349 and became a cult classic. Its weak camera aside, it is a beloved piece of history.
Read the full review- Flagship Snapdragon 800 at a disruptive $349.
- Launch device for Android 4.4 KitKat.
- Qi wireless charging; clean stock Android.
- A genuine cult classic.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the Nexus 5 released?
The Nexus 5 was released in Oct 2013.
How much does the Nexus 5 cost?
The Nexus 5 launched at $349 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Nexus 5 screen size and type?
The Nexus 5 has a 4.95" FHD LCD display.
What chipset does the Nexus 5 use?
The Nexus 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 800 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Nexus 5 have?
The Nexus 5 ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Nexus 5 battery capacity?
The Nexus 5 has a 2,300 mAh battery.
How fast does the Nexus 5 charge?
The Nexus 5 supports ~10 W wired charging.
Does the Nexus 5 have wireless charging?
The Nexus 5 supports Yes (Qi) wireless charging.
What is the Nexus 5 main camera?
The Nexus 5 has a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera.
Does the Nexus 5 have 5G?
The Nexus 5 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Nexus 5 waterproof?
The Nexus 5 has no official ingress-protection rating.
How much does the Nexus 5 weigh?
The Nexus 5 weighs 130 g.
What colours does the Nexus 5 come in?
The Nexus 5 is available in 3 colours: Black, White, Red.
Is the Nexus 5 worth buying?
The Nexus 5 delivered flagship power and stock Android for $349 and became a cult classic. Its weak camera aside, it is a beloved piece of history. SpecEagle gives the Nexus 5 an editorial score of 34/100.
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