Overall Score
57.3Category Breakdown
Overall(#3940)57.3
Performance(#5429)57.9
Camera(#2091)45.4
Display(#3594)70.5
Battery(#5003)43.5
Build(#145)79.8
Comparisons Featuring LG Nexus 5X
Short Review
- The LG Nexus 5X features a compact design with dimensions of 147 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm and a weight of 136 grams, utilizing a glass front with Gorilla Glass 3 and a plastic back.
- Its 5.2-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 1080 x 1920 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of approximately 423 ppi, although it lacks HDR support.
- Performance is driven by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 chipset, with a hexa-core CPU and 2GB of RAM, providing adequate multitasking capabilities.
- The rear camera boasts a 12.3 MP sensor capable of recording 4K video, while the 5 MP front camera is suitable for selfies.
- Battery capacity stands at 2700 mAh, with no fast or wireless charging options available.
- The device runs on Android 6.0 Marshmallow, upgradable to Android 8.0 Oreo, ensuring a relatively modern software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.2, NFC, and USB Type-C.
- Notably, the phone does not support 5G and lacks stereo speakers.
- Overall, the Nexus 5X combines a functional design with decent performance and camera capabilities, making it a solid choice for basic smartphone needs.
Specifications
General
Release Date2015
Announced2015
DescriptionN/A
Display
Size5.2"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution1080 x 1920 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~423 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3, oleophobic coating
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8992 Snapdragon 808 (20 nm)
CPUHexa-core (4x1.4 GHz Cortex-A53 & 2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A57)
GPUAdreno 418
Memory16GB 2GB RAM, 32GB 2GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera12.3 MP
Main Camera Details12.3 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.3", 1.55µm
Front Camera5 MP
Front Camera Details5 MP, f/2.0, 1/4.0", 1.4µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, 720p@120fps, HDR
Selfie Video1080p@30fps
OIS✗
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity2700 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 2700 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsN/A
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions147 x 72.6 x 7.9 mm (5.79 x 2.86 x 0.31 in)
Weight136 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, plastic frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsCarbon, Quartz, Ice
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth4.2, A2DP
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
OS VersionAndroid 6.0 (Marshmallow), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes