As some of my readers may know, I have the original Nexus 5 (2013). It still runs great, especially with the new Android 6.0 Marshmallow update. Today, Google (along with LG and Huawei) released two new phones, the Nexus 5X and the Nexus 6P.
Nexus 5X
Not much has changed in the design department of the Nexus 5X. You are still getting a nice plastic finish, and not much different. This Nexus, however, has a new fingerprint scanner, and an updated camera. The display screen has increased, but the resolution is still standard 1080p. The PPI is a bit lower, but in real-life there isn't much visible difference.
The main difference with this new Nexus and the previous Nexus is performance, camera, and new fingerprint scanner. The processor is bumped up to a hexa-core Snapdragon 808. The RAM and storage are kept the same, however. The camera's resolution is up to 12.3MP for the rear, and 5MP for the front. The original Nexus had a subpar camera, so this bump in resolution might be a great selling point for this new Nexus. Qi Wireless charging is gone, which may be a downer for this new phone, but on the plus side, you do get a new USB Type-C port. I would still prefer wireless charger over Type-C, but it's a compromise you will have to live with if you purchase this phone.
For $379, this phone is a bit pricey. considering that there are other phones out there that are cheaper. For example, the OnePlus Two is a great phone for a cheaper price. However, you will need to twist and turn with the invite system to be able to get the phone.
The main difference with this new Nexus and the previous Nexus is performance, camera, and new fingerprint scanner. The processor is bumped up to a hexa-core Snapdragon 808. The RAM and storage are kept the same, however. The camera's resolution is up to 12.3MP for the rear, and 5MP for the front. The original Nexus had a subpar camera, so this bump in resolution might be a great selling point for this new Nexus. Qi Wireless charging is gone, which may be a downer for this new phone, but on the plus side, you do get a new USB Type-C port. I would still prefer wireless charger over Type-C, but it's a compromise you will have to live with if you purchase this phone.
For $379, this phone is a bit pricey. considering that there are other phones out there that are cheaper. For example, the OnePlus Two is a great phone for a cheaper price. However, you will need to twist and turn with the invite system to be able to get the phone.
Nexus 6P
The new Nexus 6P has had a major remake from it's last year, since it's manufacturer has changed from Motorola to Huawei. The whole phone is made of a nice metal finish, which a black bar on the bottom that houses the camera sensors. Whether or not you like this is customer preference, but I think that it will get fingerprints easier than had it been just metal.
Again with the Nexus 6P, there is no wireless charging, but there is USB Type-C again. This is great, but for those who had wireless charging with the previous phone, this may seem like a step backward. Regardless, the phone still features a great 5.7 inch QHD display which is great for displaying sharp text and images. It features the same rear camera as the Nexus 5X, but a 8MP camera as its selfie camera. It's processor is also faster, with a octa core Snapdragon 810.
The Nexus 6P does have some competition. For $499, you are getting a great phone, which all the great Nexus features. However, a great phone out there called the Moto X Pure, which also have a minimal software design like the Nexus, only costs $399. It has a Snapdragon 808 instead, and has a better rear camera, but a worse selfie camera. If you are considering a Nexus 6P, also put the Moto X Pure on your list, as it is also a great phone for $100 less.
Again with the Nexus 6P, there is no wireless charging, but there is USB Type-C again. This is great, but for those who had wireless charging with the previous phone, this may seem like a step backward. Regardless, the phone still features a great 5.7 inch QHD display which is great for displaying sharp text and images. It features the same rear camera as the Nexus 5X, but a 8MP camera as its selfie camera. It's processor is also faster, with a octa core Snapdragon 810.
The Nexus 6P does have some competition. For $499, you are getting a great phone, which all the great Nexus features. However, a great phone out there called the Moto X Pure, which also have a minimal software design like the Nexus, only costs $399. It has a Snapdragon 808 instead, and has a better rear camera, but a worse selfie camera. If you are considering a Nexus 6P, also put the Moto X Pure on your list, as it is also a great phone for $100 less.
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