I've got a Nexus 5X, you've got questions. Let's do this!

[Russell Holly]

Hey everyone!

I've been using what I have been affectionately calling the Stormtrooper Nexus 5X for a couple of days now, and it's time to start answering some of your questions. We've already done a hands-on after Phil spent some time with one, but today is all about anything you want to know about this phone.

We've also just published a look at what the camera is capable of, in case you have any questions about the performance there.

So go on, do the thing!

 

[mrsmumbles]

Well I have a dumb question. When you hold the 5x in your hand, does it feel noticeably wider to hold? I'm not sure I want anything bigger than the original Nexus 5. Thanks.

 

[Golfdriver97]

Russell, how does the size compare to say the G4?

Edit: mrsmumbles kind of asked the same thing....that's what I get for having the tab open for a few minutes.

 

[Matt Isaacs]

Does the either device have the metal plate in it for magnet mounts similar to the OG Nexus 5?

 

[CouchFisher]

Is the addition of LTE Band 12 (T-Mobile customer here) USB-C/Rapid charging, and the fingerprint scanner worth the upgrade from a Nexus 5?

Also, has anyone done a tear down yet? Is there the change that an aftermarket Qi charger could be tucked under the back cover?

 

[Russell Holly]

Well I have a dumb question. When you hold the 5x in your hand, does it feel noticeably wider to hold? I'm not sure I want anything bigger than the original Nexus 5. Thanks.

It is slightly wider than the original Nexus 5, as well as slightly taller. There's a good visual in our unboxing video if you want to see more. I don't think it's too bad, but I've also been using much larger phones recently. I greatly prefer this size over something like the G4, for example.

 

[lalit_horcrux]

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[Sudarshan Unni1]

How much is memory available for use in the phone in India v have only 16 GB launched so how much can v expect for users

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[guapinoy]

How's the screen. I remember the original Nexus 5 was a bit washed out. Since you used the S6 for a while, how does it compare?

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[Adranalyne]

Every phone I pick up and use for a few days usually has a few things I'd love to have changed. After a few days, what, if any, are those things for you concerning the 5X?

 

[CrazySlot]

About the battery, can we get the battery graph for a full charge from 0/5% to 95/100%? (with the fast charge feature, and the phone left alone while charging). (if it's in the test, i'll wait)
Thanks.

 

[Zendroid1]

Is it a soft touch back, similar to that of the black Nexus 5 or more slipper like the white nexus 5?

 

[hernan0078]

How noticeable is the 5X hump compared to the original nexus 5?

 

[ukwildcatsboston]

How long is the included charging cable?

 

[Russell Holly]

Is it a soft touch back, similar to that of the black Nexus 5 or more slipper like the white nexus 5?

This is the soft-touch back, and it is so nice. I am really enjoying the way this phone feels.

 

[kitenski]

How long is the included charging cable?

1m for mine I got in the UK.

 

[preandpixifan]

My original Nexus 5 video recording uses noise reduction so the sound on video was horrible...does the new Nexus do the same thing?

 

[Russell Holly]

How noticeable is the 5X hump compared to the original nexus 5?

It stands out a little more, but even when it lays on the back it's not too bad.

 

[Russell Holly]

My original Nexus 5 video recording uses noise reduction so the sound on video was horrible...does the new Nexus do the same thing?

We've got a 4K video sample up on the site, you should hear it for yourself!

 

[Russell Holly]

How's the screen. I remember the original Nexus 5 was a bit washed out. Since you used the S6 for a while, how does it compare?

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It looks great indoors, but struggles pretty badly in direct sunlight.