Google Pixel 5
$326
Overview
Google Pixel 5 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2020 with a 6-inch OLED, Snapdragon 765 chipset, 12.2 main camera, and 4080 mAh battery.
The device runs Pixel Experience with features like Google Tensor and Magic Eraser. Priced at $326, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of Google Pixel 5
The display of Google Pixel 5 measures 6 inches with OLED technology and 90Hz refresh rate. Peak brightness reaches 1000 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1080x2340 pixels resolution.
The camera system of Google Pixel 5 features 2 rear cameras: 12.2 main, 16MP ultrawide, 16MP telephoto. Optical zoom reaches 2x for detailed distant shots. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of Google Pixel 5 has 4080mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. Wireless charging supports 10. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of Google Pixel 5 is powered by the Snapdragon 765 chipset with Qualcomm Adreno 620 625MHz GPU. Geekbench scores reach 590 single-core and 1600 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 330500.
The memory of Google Pixel 5 offers 8GB RAM with 128GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4X technology. Storage is UFS Storage 2.1. Storage is not expandable.
The connectivity of Google Pixel 5 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, and Bluetooth 5.0. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of Google Pixel 5 weighs 151g with Aluminum frame and Aluminum back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP68. Dimensions measure 144.7 x 70.4 x 8 mm.
The software of Google Pixel 5 runs Android 11, upgradable to Android 14 with Pixel UI. Software support extends 3 years through 2029.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Google Pixel 5
Google Pixel 5 has a 12.2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, Google Pixel 5 handles gaming well with its Snapdragon 765. Most games run smoothly at medium to high settings.
Google Pixel 5 receives 3 years of updates through 2029. This provides solid software support for the device's lifespan.
Yes, Google Pixel 5 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
Yes, Google Pixel 5 is water resistant with IP68 rating. It can withstand submersion in 1.5 meters of fresh water for 30 minutes. Avoid saltwater and high-pressure water.
Google Pixel 5 has a 4080mAh battery. This provides full-day battery life with typical usage patterns.
Google Pixel 5 at $326 is a mid-range device. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
Google Pixel 5 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes. Wireless charging supports 10.
Google Pixel 5 is available in 128GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
Google Pixel 5 has a 6-inch OLED with 90Hz refresh rate and 1000 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes HDR10+.
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Verdict
The Google Pixel 5 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
6"
Main Camera
12.2
Chipset
Snapdragon 765
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE / |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | 5G |
| 5G mmWave Bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 Sub6/mmWave - GD1YQ |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | 4x4 MIMO |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | dual standby |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support | 2CC |
Launch
| Announced | 2020 |
| Status | Out of Stock |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $388.24 / £130.0 / C$229.98 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 144.7 x 70.4 x 8 mm |
| Weight (g) | 151 |
| Build Materials | Back: Aluminium |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Aluminum |
| Colors | ["Just Black", "Sorta Sage"] |
| IP Rating | IP68 |
| Rugged Certifications | MIL-STD-810G |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | N/A |
| Thermal Solution | Passive |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | OLED |
| Size (inches) | 6 |
| Resolution (px) | 1080x2340 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 6:13 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 430 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 86 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 90 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 180 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 1000 |
| HDR Standards | HDR10+ |
| Color Gamut | DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | 60 |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v6 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display | Gorilla Glass 6 |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14 |
| Update Policy | 3 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 765 |
| CPU | 1x Cortex • A76 2.4 GHz + 1x Cortex • A76 2.2 GHz + 6x Cortex • A76 1.8 GHz |
| GPU | Qualcomm Adreno 620 625MHz |
| NPU/AI TOPs | 5.5 TOPS |
| ISP Features | Spectra 355 |
| Modem | Snapdragon X52 |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 590 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 1600 |
| AnTuTu Score | 330500 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 8GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128GB |
| Storage Type | UFS Storage 2.1 |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.1 |
| Expandable Storage | |
| Slot Type | N/A |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption | F2FS |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 2 |
| Main Sensor | 12.2 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.55" |
| Main Sensor Model | Sony IMX363 Exmor RS |
| Main Lens | f/1.7, 27mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | PDAF |
| Pixel Binning | 1.4µm |
| Ultrawide | 16MP, FOV: 107° |
| Telephoto | 16MP, 2x optical zoom |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual-LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 240 |
| Video Stabilization | |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 8 |
| Sensor Size | Sony IMX355 |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 3 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, AAC |
| DAC/Amp | Integrated |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | USB Type C |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Fingerprint (Rear-Mounted) |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | N/A |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 4080 |
| Type | Li-Po |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | PD2.012 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | 10 |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | |
| Reverse Wired | 5 |
| Charger in Box | 18 |
| Battery Health Features | 1000 charge cycles |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 11, upgradable to Android 14 |
| Update Window | 3 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Pixel UI |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | on-device processing |
| Accessibility | TalkBack, Live Caption |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | phone, charger, USB-C cable, SIM tool |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | B |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
Google Pixel 5 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the Google Pixel 5 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Excellent OLED display with 90Hz refresh rate
- + Excellent value for money
- - Camera performance is average
- - Battery life could be better