LG Nexus 5
The LG Nexus 5 is a budget-focused device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm), built for basic everyday tasks (2013).
2013 · Lower-mid-range · Android 4.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich)ⓘ Note: Scores are automatically calculated using available specifications and may not always perfectly reflect real-world performance or user experience.
✓︎ Pros
✓Sharp 445 PPI screen
✓4.95" IPS LCD display with accurate colours and wide viewing angles
✓Lightweight at 130g — easy to carry
✓3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗Smaller 2,300 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗Basic Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm) for simple tasks only
✗Only 2GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
✗8 MP main camera — basic quality, limited for photography enthusiasts
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage daysGamingMultitaskingMultitasking
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8974 Snapdragon 800 (28 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Quad-core 2.3 GHz Krait 400
OS
Android 4.4 (Ice Cream Sandwich), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow)
RAM
2GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
445 ppi
Sharp and comfortable to read
Panel
True HD IPS+
IPS: accurate colours, good brightness
📷 Camera
Main Camera
8 MP
Basic quality — limited flexibility
🔋 Battery & Design
Battery
2,300 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Po 2300 mAh, non-removable
Weight
130g
Very light — comfortable for long use
Dimensions
137.9 x 69.2 x 8.6 mm (5.43 x 2.72 x 0.34 in)
USB
microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort), OTG
Sensors
Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
