Google·Premium · Released Oct 2013
Nexus 5
The 2013 cult classic — flagship power at a disruptive price.
34/ 100 SpecEagle score
From
$349
Color · Black
Display
4.95" FHD LCD
Chipset
Snapdragon 800
Memory
2 GB · 16 GB
Main cam
8 MP · f/2.4
Battery
2,300 mAh
Weight
130 g
AI Snapshot
The 2013 phone enthusiasts still talk about.
The Nexus 5 delivered flagship power and stock Android for $349 and became a cult classic. Its weak camera aside, it is a beloved piece of history.
Subscores · 0–100
Display54
Camera38
Performance28
Battery40
Build50
Value56
- Flagship Snapdragon 800 at a disruptive $349.
- Launch device for Android 4.4 KitKat.
- Qi wireless charging; clean stock Android.
- A genuine cult classic.
Full specifications
Type
IPS LCD, 60 Hz
Size
4.95 inches
Resolution
1,920 × 1,080 px (445 ppi)
Protection
Gorilla Glass 3
Main
8 MP, f/2.4, OIS
Selfie
1.3 MP
Video
1080p @ 30 fps
Features
HDR+
Benchmarks
vs 2025 flagship class average
AnTuTu v10
Δ class avg -96.6%
This
55,000
Class avg
1,620,000
Geekbench 6 Single
Δ class avg -94.5%
This
160
Class avg
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
Δ class avg -94.3%
This
460
Class avg
8,100
3DMark Solar Bay
Δ class avg -98.4%
This
1.0 fps
Class avg
62.0 fps
Frequently asked questions
When was the Nexus 5 released?
The Nexus 5 was released in Oct 2013.
What is the Nexus 5 screen size and type?
The Nexus 5 has a 4.95" FHD LCD display.
What chipset does the Nexus 5 use?
The Nexus 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 800 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Nexus 5 have?
The Nexus 5 ships with 2 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Nexus 5 battery capacity?
The Nexus 5 has a 2,300 mAh battery.
What is the Nexus 5 main camera?
The Nexus 5 has a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera.
Does the Nexus 5 have 5G?
The Nexus 5 does not support 5G (4G LTE only).
Is the Nexus 5 waterproof?
The Nexus 5 has no official ingress-protection rating.