Earlier this week, and for the first time ever, Google announced not one but two new Nexus smartphones. Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P. One is a premium phone made entirely of aluminum. Buyers considering buying these pure Android devices have a tough choice to make, and below are a few key differences that everyone should consider.
In the past, the decision was simply about storage and color, but now that these two phones couldn’t be more different, users have a tough choice to make. Both offer great performance, stunning cameras, the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow with instant updates, and wallet-friendly prices, but that’s not all.
At first, buyers will be looking at the size, display and build quality of the two phones, and even the 8-core chip in the Nexus 6P versus the 6-core processor of the Nexus 5X, but there’s a lot more to choose from. He. Below we’ll explain some of the other key changes and the five key differences for those interested.
One is comparatively cheaper than the other, making it a choice for many. The wallet-friendly Nexus 5X comes in at just $379. At the same time, for a few dollars the Nexus 6P has a lot to offer. More than just a bigger screen or aluminum design. There are minor differences in the camera, speakers, LED notification light and more.
Display and Design
The Nexus 5X continues the same tradition as older LG Nexus phones by offering a soft-touch all-plastic design with a 5.2-inch 1080p HD display. On the other hand, the new Huawei Nexus 6P has a larger 5.7-inch Quad-HD AMOLED display and is made of aluminum. P actually stands for “premium” and that’s exactly what it is. Aluminum-clad with beveled edges for a premium look and feel, strong glass at the front and a black bar to protect the camera at the rear.
Although most people think that the black bar on the Nexus 6P bothers the eyes, it serves a great purpose. Behind the Gorilla glass 4 build is a 12.3-megapixel camera, dual LED flash, laser autofocus, NFC and antennas for 4G LTE. Radios and connectivity have to escape aluminum somewhere, and that’s where it all happens. Personally, I think it adds character.
The biggest thing here is screen size and resolution. The Nexus 5X is much smaller as it only has a 5.2 inch display with 1080p resolution, while the Nexus 6P has a larger 5.7 inch Quad-HD Samsung AMOLED panel that will definitely look better. This plays a role in price, not to mention some other changes. Oh, and the Nexus 6P is thinner despite better specs, aluminum design and a bigger battery.
Those who like the original Nexus 5 or smaller phones won’t be looking at the Nexus 6P as their next phone because of its size, but if a larger phone is something you want, it’s a better choice for a wide variety of reasons. .
Features
Since the Nexus 6P is this year’s “flagship” Nexus and is more expensive, of course it offers a bit more power and storage. However, for those wondering what all the differences are, the full specs are below, and our next few categories will help explain other differences between these phones, most stemming from the underlying processor. For those considering one of these phones, the technical specifications are actually important.
As you can see above, the Nexus 6P is definitely the better phone, but most of the differences are not so obvious. The Nexus 6P has a bigger battery, more storage, a higher megapixel front camera, dual truly front-facing speakers (rather than one on the Nexus 5X), and a better design.
The new USB Type-C port allows Fast Charging, and Google claims the Nexus 5X can get 3.8 hours of mixed use after just 10 minutes of charging. However, the Nexus 6P is rated to have 7 hours of mixed use after just 10 minutes of charging. This is a big difference that many people should be aware of.
Camera
Both of these phones have the same brand new 12.3-megapixel camera, but they’re actually very different. So much so that the Nexus 6P camera is now rated among the top three among the best smartphone cameras. Higher than LG G4, iPhone 6 and others. The same impressive scores don’t transfer to the Nexus 5X, even if they have the same camera.
Google didn’t add optical image stabilization to either phone and instead added a massive 1.55um sensor that lets in more light for better photos with less shutter speed. This means it stays on for less time, doesn’t need a very high ISO, and takes great photos even without OIS.
There’s a big difference in each camera though, and that’s because of the processor inside the phone. The Nexus 6P has an 8-core Snapdragon 810 processor with tons of improvements that let the camera do more than the 6-core chip in the Nexus 5X.
As a result, the Nexus 6P takes slightly better photos and can record slow motion video at 240 FPS. The Nexus 5X can only record slow motion at 120 FPS. Nexus 6P has Intelligent Burst and Electronic Image Stabilization, Nexus 5X does not. This is because the processor is under the hood.
The fact that they both have the same 12.3-megapixel camera leads many to think they’ll perform the same, but that’s not true. Nexus 6P will offer significantly better photos, better video, higher FPS video, will have software stabilization and can do back-to-back photography and let the software choose the best photo. All of this is missing from the Nexus 5X, due to the less powerful 6-core processor. If you want the best camera, get the Nexus 6P.
to store
If storage is important to you, the Nexus 6P is the phone you’ll want to buy. We think 16GB isn’t enough these days, but for those who rely on the cloud or want a cheap phone, Google has got you covered.
The Nexus 5X is available in three colors and two storage options. These are a 16GB model and a 32GB model. Personally 32GB should be the minimum, but Google chose otherwise. Most people will want to get the 32GB Nexus 5X just for the extra space and peace of mind.
Google’s Nexus 6P base model is 32GB, then comes with 64GB for a few bucks and 128GB for those who need tons of storage. It is also the first Nexus with 128GB of storage.
Price
Finally, the leading factor for most buyers is the price tag. Both of these Nexus phones will be great buys that users will love for years to come. Both run the latest Android 6.0 Marshmallow with the promise of fast updates, have great cameras, fast charging and much more, but one costs a lot less.
The 16GB Nexus 5X costs a wallet-friendly $379, followed by the 32GB model for $429, making it very affordable.
However, by paying just a few dollars more, we recommend that almost everyone skip the 32GB Nexus 5X, which is $429, and pay a little more for the 32GB Nexus 6P, which is only $499. Yes, it’s $70 more, but it’s worth it.
For those who are wondering, the image above does the price breakdown. It’s worth noting that both phones work with all carriers in the United States, including Verizon Wireless. According to the Google Store, the Nexus 5X appears to ship 1-2 weeks before the Nexus 6P, but neither will arrive until the end of October.
