Google Pixel 5
Updated May 2026
- Network5G / LTE / HSPA
- Display—
- Camera12.2 MP
- Memory128 GB
- Battery4080 mAh
- OSAndroid 11
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The Pixel 5 is an Android-based smartphone designed, developed, and marketed by Google as part of the Google Pixel product line. It serves as the successor to the Pixel 4. It was officially announced on September 30, 2020 at the "Launch Night In" event alongside the Pixel 4a (5G) and released in the United States on October 29, 2020. It is the first flagship smartphone in the Pixel line-up not to feature an XL version. On October 19, 2021, it was succeeded by the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
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Key specifications
| OS | Android 11 / Upgradable to Android 14 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G |
| RAM | 8 GB LPDDR4X |
| Storage | 128 GB UFS 2.1 |
| Display | 6 in FHD+ 1080p OLED at 432ppi, pixel resolution (13:6), Corning Gorilla Glass 6, 90Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ |
| Main camera | Sony Exmor IMX363 12.2MP (1.4μm) with 1.7 lens, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55" + 16MP (1.0μm) with 2.2 lens, 107° (ultrawide), Dual Pixel PDAF, optical and electronic image stabilization, LED flash, Live HDR+, panorama, 1080p at 30/60/120fps, 4K at 30/60fps |
| Selfie camera | 8MP with 2.0 lens, 24mm (wide), 1.12μm, 1080p at 30fps, Auto-HDR |
| Battery | 4080mAh |
| Weight | 151 g |
| Dimensions | H: 144.7 mm / W: 70.4 mm / D: 8 mm |
Design and display
The Google Pixel 5 features a modern display measuring approximately 6.x inches. Display details: 6 in FHD+ 1080p OLED at 432ppi, pixel resolution (13:6), Corning Gorilla Glass 6, 90Hz refresh rate, HDR10+. The handset weighs 151 g and is built in a Slate form factor.
Performance
Powering the Google Pixel 5 is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G system-on-chip. CPU configuration: Octa-core (1×2.4GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1×2.2GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6×1.8GHz Kryo 475 Silver). Graphics are handled by Adreno 620. It ships with 8 GB LPDDR4X of RAM. Storage options: 128 GB UFS 2.1.
Camera
The rear camera system on the Google Pixel 5: Sony Exmor IMX363 12.2MP (1.4μm) with 1.7 lens, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55" + 16MP (1.0μm) with 2.2 lens, 107° (ultrawide), Dual Pixel PDAF, optical and electronic image stabilization, LED flash, Live HDR+, panorama, 1080p at 30/60/120fps, 4K at 30/60fps. Front-facing camera: 8MP with 2.0 lens, 24mm (wide), 1.12μm, 1080p at 30fps, Auto-HDR.
Battery and charging
The Google Pixel 5 packs a 4080mAh battery.
Connectivity
Network support: GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSPA+, CDMA EVDO Rev A, WCDMA, LTE, LTE Advanced, 5G. Connectivity options include USB-C, Wi-Fi 5 (a/b/g/n/ac) 2.4+ 5.0GHz, Bluetooth 5.0 + LE, NFC, eSIM capable. SIM configuration: Nano SIM and eSIM.
Rating breakdown
Editorial scores per criterion (out of 10).
Full specifications
NETWORK | |
|---|---|
| Technology | GSM/EDGE, UMTS/HSPA+, CDMA EVDO Rev A, WCDMA, LTE, LTE Advanced, 5G |
LAUNCH | |
| Status | Available. Released 2020 |
BODY | |
| Dimensions | H: 144.7 mm / W: 70.4 mm / D: 8 mm |
| Weight | 151 g |
| SIM | Nano SIM and eSIM |
| Build | Slate |
DISPLAY | |
| Type | 6 in FHD+ 1080p OLED at 432ppi, pixel resolution (13:6), Corning Gorilla Glass 6, 90Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ |
PLATFORM | |
| OS | Android 11 / Upgradable to Android 14 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G |
| CPU | Octa-core (1×2.4GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1×2.2GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6×1.8GHz Kryo 475 Silver) |
| GPU | Adreno 620 |
MEMORY | |
| Card slot | None |
| Internal | 128 GB UFS 2.1 |
MAIN CAMERA | |
| Video | 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps |
| Dual | Sony Exmor IMX363 12.2MP (1.4μm) with 1.7 lens, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55" + 16MP (1.0μm) with 2.2 lens, 107° (ultrawide), Dual Pixel PDAF, optical and electronic image stabilization, LED flash, Live HDR+, panorama, 1080p at 30/60/120fps, 4K at 30/60fps |
SELFIE CAMERA | |
| Single | 8MP with 2.0 lens, 24mm (wide), 1.12μm, 1080p at 30fps, Auto-HDR |
SOUND | |
| Loudspeaker | Stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
COMMS | |
| WLAN | USB-C, Wi-Fi 5 (a/b/g/n/ac) 2.4+ 5.0GHz, Bluetooth 5.0 + LE, NFC, eSIM capable |
| Bluetooth | 5.x, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.x |
| NFC | Yes |
FEATURES | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
BATTERY | |
| Charging | Fast charging |
| Battery Type | 4080mAh |