Nexus 6 vs. Nexus 5: Google's smartphones in comparison

In this practical tip, we show you a comparison between the two Google smartphones Nexus 6 and Nexus 5.

Nexus 6 vs. Nexus 5: comparison of Google smartphones

Design: Google has looked for different hardware partners for both smartphones. It was LG on the Nexus 5 and Motorola on the Nexus 6. The Nexus 5 impresses with a simple polycarbonate body in black or white with no frills, while the Nexus 6 shows clear Motorola borrowings and is adorned with a metal frame. The similarities to Moto X are visible in this comparison.
Display: The screen has grown significantly and has 6 full 6 inches on the Nexus. While the 5 inches of the Nexus 5 were still suitable for one-handed operation, the phablet dimensions of the new Google phone are now a thing of the past. At the same time, an AMOLED display is installed in the Nexus 6 and the resolution is quadrupled from Full HD to Quad HD.
Processor: The quad-core processor of the Nexus 5 is already fixed at 2.2 GHz, but the Nexus 6 goes a step further with the 2.7 GHz quad-core CPU Snapdragon 805. At the same time, the RAM grows from 2 to 3 GB.
Camera: Motorola replaces the 8 megapixel cam of the Nexus 5 with a new sensor with 13 megapixels. For this purpose, the Nexus 6 adopts the innovative ring flash of the sister model Moto X, which guarantees even illumination of flash photos.
Battery: The battery of the Nexus 6 has been increased from 2, 300 mAh to a strong 3, 220 mAh.

Operating system: Both Google devices run on Android OS. The difference is that the Nexus 6 runs from the beginning with the new version 5.0 alias Lollipop, which has to be updated with the Nexus 5 first.
Software layout: In version 5.0 Android gets a complete redesign. The new "Material Design" appears with a chic, colorful design, numerous new animations and security features. Here you can take a look at the new layout.
Features: Small differences can be noticed in both Nexus smartphones. The notification LED on the Nexus 5 has been replaced by an intelligent notification screen that takes advantage of the energy-saving AMOLED display on the Nexus 6.

Price & Variants: The days of cheap hardware are apparently numbered for Nexus devices. If the Nexus 5 still cost between € 349 and € 399 depending on the memory variant, Google now charges € 659 to € 699 for the Nexus 6 - depending on whether you want 32 or 64 GB of non-expandable memory.
Availability: It is indicated that the Nexus 6 will not really replace its predecessor, but that both devices will still be available. So far, the Nexus 6 can only be pre-ordered and should be delivered by December. The Nexus 5 is available through the Play Store or in retail stores.

For more detailed information about the Nexus 6, we have put together the most important information for you.
You can find the test for LG Nexus 5 in the test area of CHIP Online.

You can find more information about Android 5.0 in this article.