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Samsung·Flagship · Released Nov 2011

Galaxy Nexus

The 2011 Google flagship that launched Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

16/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$399
Color · Black
Display
4.65" HD AMOLED
Chipset
TI OMAP 4460
Memory
1 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
5 MP · f/2.75
Battery
1,750 mAh
Weight
135 g
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The phone that introduced modern Android’s look.

The Galaxy Nexus launched Ice Cream Sandwich and on-screen navigation — the foundation of Android’s modern design. A historically important device.

Subscores · 0–100
Display40
Camera22
Performance12
Battery30
Build38
Value28
  • Launch device for Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
  • First phone with on-screen navigation buttons and Face Unlock.
  • Curved HD AMOLED display.
  • Clean stock Android.

Full specifications

Type
Super AMOLED, curved glass
Size
4.65 inches
Resolution
1,280 × 720 px (316 ppi)
Protection
Gorilla Glass
Main
5 MP, f/2.75, zero shutter lag
Selfie
1.3 MP
Video
1080p @ 30 fps

Benchmarks

vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -99.6%
This
8,000
Class avg
2,100,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -98.6%
This
40
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -99.0%
This
85
Class avg
8,400
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -99.7%
This
0.2 fps
Class avg
64.0 fps

Frequently asked questions

When was the Galaxy Nexus released?

The Galaxy Nexus was released in Nov 2011.

What is the Galaxy Nexus screen size and type?

The Galaxy Nexus has a 4.65" HD AMOLED display.

What chipset does the Galaxy Nexus use?

The Galaxy Nexus is powered by the TI OMAP 4460 chipset.

How much RAM and storage does the Galaxy Nexus have?

The Galaxy Nexus ships with 1 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.

What is the Galaxy Nexus battery capacity?

The Galaxy Nexus has a 1,750 mAh battery.

What is the Galaxy Nexus main camera?

The Galaxy Nexus has a 5 MP · f/2.75 main camera.

How fast does the Galaxy Nexus charge?

The Galaxy Nexus supports ~5 W wired charging.

Is the Galaxy Nexus worth buying?

The Galaxy Nexus launched Ice Cream Sandwich and on-screen navigation — the foundation of Android’s modern design. A historically important device. SpecEagle gives the Galaxy Nexus an editorial score of 16/100.

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