Overall Score
61.6Category Breakdown
Overall(#2158)61.6
Performance(#7421)54.3
Camera(#981)49.9
Display(#1266)79.5
Battery(#1344)61.5
Build(#1102)77.8
Comparisons Featuring Motorola Nexus 6
Short Review
- The Motorola Nexus 6 features a robust design with a glass front, plastic back, and aluminum frame, measuring 159.3 x 83 x 10.1 mm and weighing 184 grams.
- Its 5.96-inch AMOLED display offers a resolution of 1440 x 2560 pixels, providing sharp visuals at approximately 493 ppi.
- Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 805 chipset, the device runs a quad-core 2.7 GHz CPU and includes 3GB of RAM, ensuring smooth performance for multitasking.
- The camera system includes a 13 MP rear camera with optical image stabilization and the ability to record 4K video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera is suitable for basic selfies.
- The 3220 mAh battery supports wireless charging but lacks fast charging capabilities.
- It operates on Android 5.0 Lollipop, upgradeable to 7.1.1 Nougat, offering a clean software experience.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, NFC, and microUSB 2.0.
- The device also features stereo speakers for enhanced audio output.
- Available in Midnight Blue and Cloud White, it lacks water resistance.
- Overall, the Nexus 6 combines solid build quality with a vibrant display and reliable performance.
Specifications
General
Release Date2014
Announced2014
DescriptionAlso known as Motorola Nexus X; Motorola Moto X Pro (China)
Display
Size5.96"
TypeAMOLED
Resolution1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~493 ppi density)
PPI1440
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm APQ8084 Snapdragon 805 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 2.7 GHz Krait 450
GPUAdreno 420
Memory32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera13 MP
Main Camera Details13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.4µm, AF, OIS
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP, f/2.2, 1/6", 1.4µm
Video Recording4K@30fps
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity3220 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 3220 mAh, non-removable
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
Dimensions159.3 x 83 x 10.1 mm (6.27 x 3.27 x 0.40 in)
Weight184 g
MaterialsGlass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsMidnight Blue, Cloud White
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps or LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0 (SlimPort), OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
OS VersionAndroid 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes