Help me choose between these smartphones? Which is best?

[Aquila]

Just for some context, the 6P has the O dev preview, that doesn't guarantee it, but the final release is probably September, which is when "guaranteed updates" ends for the 6P. Both the 5X and 6P are on O in the dev preview and I believe both of them will get the final version.

Examples (just the phones)
Nexus One - Launched with Eclair, Got Froyo, Ended on Gingerbread - 2 major updates
Nexus S - Launched with GB, got Ice Cream Sandwich, Ended on Jelly bean - 2 major updates
G Nex - Launched with ICS, got both JB updates, Ended on 2nd JB - 2 major updates
Nexus 4 - Launched with JB, got KK, Ended on Lollipop - 2 major updates
Nexus 5 - Launched with KK, got LP, ended on Marshmallow - 2 major updates
Nexus 6 - Launched with LP, got MM, Ended on Nougat - 2 major updates
Nexus 6P - Launched with MM, Got N .... Will almost certainly end on O
Nexus 5X - Launched with MM, Got N .... Will almost certainly end on O
Pixel - Launched with Nougat, will get O, Will probably end with P

 

[Aquila]

Ebay is 64GB.
I just worry a little about ebay. No returns allowed. From a bookstore? Strange.

But that saves me a ton of money.

I've sold phones on eBay, never bought one there. Is it covered by Ebay's money back guarantee?

 

[Tsepz_GP]

So I need a new phone. I have a Galaxy s5 right now with a cracked screen and battery that lasts about 1/2 a day. It's also getting slower and slower even after a complete factory reset.

I want something with a huge screen (5.7inch, fast processor, great camera, fingerprint reader, and long lasting battery)

I can't afford the brand new hottest phones sadly. So here are the ones I could afford.
(I am on ATT but not under contract and could go anywhere).

Any opinions on what to get?

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Nexus 6P 64GB Unlocked ($180)
LG G6 ($20 per month)
LG V20 ($14 per month)
ZTE Axon 7 ($16 per month)

I am open to other suggestions too.
(can't afford the newest Samsung, Pixel, or IPhone sadly)

LG V20 is a fantastic phone, the last of the old school removable Battery while also remaining well built and packed full of features like the HiFi DAC and 2nd screen.

I'd say get the V20 if you can't get a OnePlus 3T.

 

[thcguy12]

I love the V20 - that one really jumps out at me. Here is what scares me:

8.00 hours talk Time
the average is 23 hours

4.3 days standby time
the average is 19 days

SOUNDS LIKE I WILL BE CHARGING MY PHONE EVERY 1/2 DAY.

 

[Aquila]

I love the V20 - that one really jumps out at me. Here is what scares me:

8.00 hours talk Time
the average is 23 hours

4.3 days standby time
the average is 19 days

SOUNDS LIKE I WILL BE CHARGING MY PHONE EVERY 1/2 DAY.

That honestly sounds like someone did the test wrong. V20 battery life is on par with similar flagship devices, slightly less than the Pixels, S7 Edge, iPhone 7, etc but it's definitely not terrible.

 

[D13H4RD2L1V3]

The G6 and Axon are my recommendations.

The G6 is a really good flagship phone that has a great design and a good list of lifestyle features. If you wanna save some cash, the Axon 7 is a good pick, and also comes with the bonus of near-V20 level audio chops.

Don't count out the V20, though. If you're a serious power user who prioritizes content creation and/or headphone audio, that should be on your list.

 

[Tsepz_GP]

I love the V20 - that one really jumps out at me. Here is what scares me:

8.00 hours talk Time
the average is 23 hours

4.3 days standby time
the average is 19 days

SOUNDS LIKE I WILL BE CHARGING MY PHONE EVERY 1/2 DAY.

That's the thing that also made me go with S7 Edge over V20.

A good thing with the V20 is the removable battery, if you are prepared to carry a 2nd battery daily in your pocket then the V20 will be fine for you.

 

[Morty2264]

Have you made a decision on this matter yet, OP?

 

[averen09]

Well for me, forget everything and consider buying a nexus or google pixel line up, i swear stock android experience is the best android experience so far, those ****ty custom ui's will only bring you head aches, very sluggish and slow...

believe me, stock android ui is the best

 

[Tsepz_GP]

Well for me, forget everything and consider buying a nexus or google pixel line up, i swear stock android experience is the best android experience so far, those ****ty custom ui's will only bring you head aches, very sluggish and slow...

believe me, stock android ui is the best

For you.

I have happily used skinned Android with minimal lag.

I personally find that Stick Android tends to lack somethings that I get in Touchwiz, some of the features Touchwiz had 4-5years ago, Stock Android is only getting now.