Nexus X and Nexus P ( 2015 ) Smartphones

[nviz22]

Nice

I want to sell my M9 for one, think the M9 can't compete with it?

Hold onto that M9. The phone value has tanked so much. I sold a brand new one for $380 for T-Mobile 2 and half weeks ago. A Nexus 5X will cost $450ish with the 32 GB model. The M9 has more RAM, a better processor, and dual speakers. If you can avoid the rush, then the Nexus 5X will drop even more in price, then you can buy one .

 

[cuzo]

Hold onto that M9. The phone value has tanked so much. I sold a brand new one for $380 for T-Mobile 2 and half weeks ago. A Nexus 5X will cost $450ish with the 32 GB model. The M9 has more RAM, a better processor, and dual speakers. If you can avoid the rush, then the Nexus 5X will drop even more in price, then you can buy one .

Makes sense
Wanted to see what's the fuss about stock android and I really see nothing special over sense besides the more quickeupdates

Besides the build quality speakers and usb 2.0 makes everything easier.

 

[msavic]

How much could you sell it for?

It's a huge screen difference. The Nexus has better software but the S6 has better hardware. I recommend the Nexus 6p since it will have more support for years to come. Exynos is amazing as a 14nm tech marvel, but the boot loader and Knox is a pain for devs. I love the S6 hardware, but the software is buggy, gets bogged down easily, and doesn't help the fact the battery is too small.

Time to move on, get another AMOLED screen, better software, extreme carrier flexibility, dual front facing speakers, etc.

The S6 is still holding its value quite well here in Vancouver Canada, looking at online listings shows people selling them for $500-$600 which would essentially make the 6P only cost me an additional $250.

The S6 is a hardware beast, the camera is simply exceptional and the display is a sight to behold while the processor still dominates benchmarks. My issues stem from the lackluster battery life and poor software, I charge my S6 multiple times a day and deal with random software glitches on a daily basis

The latest is a bug that came with the 5.1.1 update for Canadian S6 devices, if you have LTE enabled, all your incoming phone calls go to voicemail and text messages are delayed up to 30 minutes. The only fix at this time is to disable LTE and use 3G while some are forced to resort to 2G, this bug has been there for well over a month and a half now and there doesn't appear to be an ETA for a fix.

The Nexus 6P worries me though, I have concerns regarding the camera and I have concerns regarding the battery life.

I consider myself to be an avid photographer and regularly take photos throughout the day, I have become used to having a smartphone camera which is almost guaranteed to produce a great shot. I fear the Nexus will lack this consistency as Google lacks the pedigree in image processing and camera software.

The battery life in theory seems to be a non issue with the massive capacity battery but initial reports seem to present a different result, I'm eagerly awaiting the user accounts of battery life as the reviews have been vastly different in terms of battery life.

The reason I ventured away from the Nexus devices was solely due to Google's inferior hardware in the Nexus devices, both battery life and camera quality was inferior to competing devices and while the software was superior, I wasn't ready to give up the rest of the hardware for it. I feel this may have changed with the 6P though.

I'm still waiting for demo phones to reach stores so I can get a proper hands on with the 6P, until then I'll keep using the S6 and keep waiting on reviews.

 

[Robisan]

The bend test at the end of this Gorilla Glass 4 vs Saphire Scratch Test & Bend Test is eye opening.

Also Gorilla Glass 4 vs Gorilla Glass 3 Scratch Test & Bend Test

 

[AustinIllini]

GG4 is just ridiculous. He had to change his method to shatter it. Now give it to a college freshman and test that.

 

[nviz22]

I have the Nexus 5X in my possession. I'll do an AMA (ask me anything right here) pretty much. So far, so good.

 

[jamezr]

I have the Nexus 5X in my possession. I'll do an AMA (ask me anything right here) pretty much. So far, so good.

So what are your first impression? Have you tested the camera? What about battery?

 

[jamezr]

Anyone get shipping notices on the 6P

 

[nfl46]

Anyone get shipping notices on the 6P

Some are receiving theirs on Monday. My dates aren't until 18-20. I didn't order until 2 weeks ago.

 

[spinedoc77]

Huawei is selling the 6p, shipping in late November. Thought it might be an option for those who are shut out of Google. I had my finger on the button ready to order, but I'd rather wait a couple of months when they are discounted on swappa.

Fixed

 

[nviz22]

So what are your first impression? Have you tested the camera? What about battery?

So far, the phone is solid. The fingerprint scanner is the fastest I have ever used. Being able to turn on the screen with it is awesome. Wonder why Apple didn't do it.

The phone has band 12 LTE and Wifi Calling on T-Mobile. Call quality is decent. Wifi calling doesn't work with airplane mode so that's a bummer.

The build quality is sufficient. It's your run of the mill plastic, but it is not a bad thing because it allows the phone to avoid chassis scratches unlike all metal devices. Gorilla Glass three is fine too. The speakers aren't that loud for music and don't use dual audio.

The camera is good, but the native Google app is terrible. It has no burst shot mode, no filter effects, and less modes. Being spoiled with Touchwiz and iOS, I have a higher standard for cell phone camera modes and filters. I am not like MRU with tweaking photo settings, but I could share shots tomorrow.

As for the battery life, it's decent, but nothing to celebrate. Got about 2 hrs of screen time on 55% of the battery being drained with wifi being on a lot, tons of music files downloading on wifi, and having my music player go off for about 2 hrs in my car on aux and headphones in. But it will take a few days to calibrate properly.

Overall, it's a solid buy, but it has short comings with RAM causing hiccups here and there. It's not noticeable in daily operating? But it will be if you game a ton on phones. If you can afford it and deal with the size, the Nexus 6P is a better device between hardware and software. $430 is a bit pricey, but I like the purchase. It wasn't nice on Googles part to avoid putting a USB C to A converter. Had to buy it myself online. Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any more questions.

 

[nviz22]

Why woul

HTC is selling the 6p, shipping in late November. Thought it might be an option for those who are shut out of Google. I had my finger on the button ready to order, but I'd rather wait a couple of months when they are discounted on swappa.

Why would HTC sell a competitor's phone?

 

[Robisan]

If you can afford it and deal with the size, the Nexus 6P is a better device between hardware and software. $430 is a bit pricey, but I like the purchase. It wasn't nice on Googles part to avoid putting a USB C to A converter.

This is why I have the 6P on order. For just $70 more it's just so much more everything -- and it includes a USB C to A cable. Either the 5X is overpriced or the 6P is underpriced because there should be a bigger price differential between them.

...adding, the 5X at a starting price of $299 would be a very tempting utilitarian value as either a primary or backup device.

 

[MRU]

So far, the phone is solid. The fingerprint scanner is the fastest I have ever used. Being able to turn on the screen with it is awesome. Wonder why Apple didn't do it.

The phone has band 12 LTE and Wifi Calling on T-Mobile. Call quality is decent. Wifi calling doesn't work with airplane mode so that's a bummer.

The build quality is sufficient. It's your run of the mill plastic, but it is not a bad thing because it allows the phone to avoid chassis scratches unlike all metal devices. Gorilla Glass three is fine too. The speakers aren't that loud for music and don't use dual audio.

The camera is good, but the native Google app is terrible. It has no burst shot mode, no filter effects, and less modes. Being spoiled with Touchwiz and iOS, I have a higher standard for cell phone camera modes and filters. I am not like MRU with tweaking photo settings, but I could share shots tomorrow.

As for the battery life, it's decent, but nothing to celebrate. Got about 2 hrs of screen time on 55% of the battery being drained with wifi being on a lot, tons of music files downloading on wifi, and having my music player go off for about 2 hrs in my car on aux and headphones in. But it will take a few days to calibrate properly.

Overall, it's a solid buy, but it has short comings with RAM causing hiccups here and there. It's not noticeable in daily operating? But it will be if you game a ton on phones. If you can afford it and deal with the size, the Nexus 6P is a better device between hardware and software. $430 is a bit pricey, but I like the purchase. It wasn't nice on Googles part to avoid putting a USB C to A converter. Had to buy it myself online. Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any more questions.

Great feedback - thanks for sharing your thoughts - its appreciated.

What were the hiccups with Ram ?

What color did you get and how is it fingerprint magnet wise with the plastic back on the 5X ?

 

[The Game 161]

quite a few reviews are up. For the price it's a fantasic option

 

[jamezr]

So far, the phone is solid. The fingerprint scanner is the fastest I have ever used. Being able to turn on the screen with it is awesome. Wonder why Apple didn't do it.

The phone has band 12 LTE and Wifi Calling on T-Mobile. Call quality is decent. Wifi calling doesn't work with airplane mode so that's a bummer.

The build quality is sufficient. It's your run of the mill plastic, but it is not a bad thing because it allows the phone to avoid chassis scratches unlike all metal devices. Gorilla Glass three is fine too. The speakers aren't that loud for music and don't use dual audio.

The camera is good, but the native Google app is terrible. It has no burst shot mode, no filter effects, and less modes. Being spoiled with Touchwiz and iOS, I have a higher standard for cell phone camera modes and filters. I am not like MRU with tweaking photo settings, but I could share shots tomorrow.

As for the battery life, it's decent, but nothing to celebrate. Got about 2 hrs of screen time on 55% of the battery being drained with wifi being on a lot, tons of music files downloading on wifi, and having my music player go off for about 2 hrs in my car on aux and headphones in. But it will take a few days to calibrate properly.

Overall, it's a solid buy, but it has short comings with RAM causing hiccups here and there. It's not noticeable in daily operating? But it will be if you game a ton on phones. If you can afford it and deal with the size, the Nexus 6P is a better device between hardware and software. $430 is a bit pricey, but I like the purchase. It wasn't nice on Googles part to avoid putting a USB C to A converter. Had to buy it myself online. Hope that helps. Let me know if you have any more questions.

Great review! Thanks for posting your thoughts for us!

 

[unclejamaal]

Anyone got a 6P and used it a few days yet? Still torn on whether I should keep my 6s Plus or go for a 6P when more readily available

 

[nviz22]

This is why I have the 6P on order. For just $70 more it's just so much more everything -- and it includes a USB C to A cable. Either the 5X is overpriced or the 6P is underpriced because there should be a bigger price differential between them.

...adding, the 5X at a starting price of $299 would be a very tempting utilitarian value as either a primary or backup device.

I got the 5X because I want the form factor, pay less than the 6P, a phone sooner, and a change of pace from a big screen phone for my android device.

RAM isn't a huge deal. The cable isn't an issue. I ordered one for $7 off eBay. In an ideal world, I would buy a 6P, but wanted to keep my costs down.

 

[nviz22]

Great feedback - thanks for sharing your thoughts - its appreciated.

What were the hiccups with Ram ?

What color did you get and how is it fingerprint magnet wise with the plastic back on the 5X ?

32 GB Carbon Black. It's not that much of a fingerprint magnet because the color helps. You're welcome.

Hiccups were like a little delay in keyboard typing or opening apps. But nothing noticeable like the GS6.

 

[nviz22]

Great review! Thanks for posting your thoughts for us!

You're welcome.

 

[nviz22]

Anyone got a 6P and used it a few days yet? Still torn on whether I should keep my 6s Plus or go for a 6P when more readily available

Keep the 6S Plus. It's a better device imo. It has better battery life, better software, iMessaging, more apps, and a better design. I have stock Android and it's nice, but there are certain things I wished it had from iOS.

 

[Robisan]

I got the 5X because I want the form factor, pay less than the 6P, a phone sooner, and a change of pace from a big screen phone for my android device.

RAM isn't a huge deal. The cable isn't an issue. I ordered one for $7 off eBay. In an ideal world, I would buy a 6P, but wanted to keep my costs down.

The irony is many would be willing to pay $79 more to have the 6P specs/quality/finish in the 5X. Admittedly the 3450mAh battery would be a challenge to squeeze in that form factor, so 1080p might remain preferable, but you get the point. IMO it's a bit of a burn that Google asks us to settle for a lesser spec'd, cut corners, utilitarian device just because of size preference -- especially for a savings of only $79 @32gb.

 

[SBA]

The phone has band 12 LTE and Wifi Calling on T-Mobile. Call quality is decent. Wifi calling doesn't work with airplane mode so that's a bummer.

Can you confirm this, or are you just citing from the spec sheet? I'm curious since from what I've read, B12 wasn't yet supported, even with the update that was pushed out last week.

Sounds like Google and TMo are still sorting it out, but if it is working, that's great news.

 

[soulreaver99]

Keep the 6S Plus. It's a better device imo. It has better battery life, better software, iMessaging, more apps, and a better design. I have stock Android and it's nice, but there are certain things I wished it had from iOS.

Appreciate the honesty. Will wait for the prices to drop before buying it. Still happy with my Galaxy S6 Edge and iPhone 6s combo

 

[unclejamaal]

Keep the 6S Plus. It's a better device imo. It has better battery life, better software, iMessaging, more apps, and a better design. I have stock Android and it's nice, but there are certain things I wished it had from iOS.

I agree with you to an extent. Plenty of things I like about both iOS and android. The 6s plus has excellent battery life that's for sure. I have a thread somewhere over on the iPhone forum detailing the plus and minus of my move from a note 4 to 6s+