Nexus 5X After the Buzz: Too many compromises? | Pocketnow

When Google first launched the Nexus it was an extremely disruptive device. Top tier processors at mid-pack pricing. Today though, competition is fierce for wallet friendly phones. Seven months after launch, how has the Nexus 5X held up? Would we still recommend buying one today? Let's take a look back at the smaller, plastic Nexus.

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Nexus 5X After the Buzz: Too many compromises? | Pocketnow

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[tjh]

Juan, will you be reviewing the JuanPlus 3 when it's out?

[shashanklaur]

Am I the only person who needs a phone that just works? No need for it to have the fastest processor, best camera, best everything. Just a phone that gets the job done and doesn't cost enough.

[curtwest]

i love my 5x. no its not the best phone out there, but it is a good phone...especially for the price tag attached. comparing it to a new flagship is silly.

[MD]

I literally just got my Nexus 5X in the mail and I'm watching this while my apps update.

[weedwak]

I am happy with mine. Affordable, Google updates to software, 5 inches, good camera, fast fingerprint sensor.

[oorumaito]

two thirds of an Oreo 😂😂 can't unsee it now 😂

[RotlochStudio]

no matter what you say, I love my Nexus 5X!

[dkinley]

after watching this I feel I have made a great decision on ordering this phone last night. :')

[yeswaystation]

Just the review I needed. About to go and get this phone because I am getting a really nice price for it. Thanks Pocketnow!

[xXkurosenpaiXx]

This is the first time (outside of pocketnow weekly podcast) that I've heard Juan even mention the Nexus 6P, on this channel and his personal channel.

[jeprosa]

I bought it three weeks ago brand new for $260 on amazon and I still think is the best option I had for the money just because of the balance in software-price-camera being the most futureproof option available under $300

[nitropioO]

I think Google did a great job updating the phone and it became better with the updates. So much that with the price coming down here in Germany I got a few people purchasing it and they are happy with it.

[kinglumpy]

I'm surprised at how much more of a positive note Juan gave this compared to the 6P

[clintonpuah]

I bought the 32GB model at a sale price of only US340. Running Android N already, couldn't be happier. Also a reason why I sold my S6 edge because I couldn't stand how slow the updates were coming, even though it is arguably a better phone overall.

[dxnnxxmc]

As an aluminum fanatic, I actually really like the 5X design.

[stratta_yt]

I've been waiting too long for this

[epynkaru]

I got the 32gb euro model for $250 and it works great on AT&T. For that price this is a great phone. For $400 I recommend looking elsewhere, but that's only because I hate stock Android.

[cod]

I have this phone and it's awesome! everything is actually works! clean, fast and Smooth.
The april update made this phone a champ! this review is old and not relevant.
If i want to listen to a music, i go to a night club or using my music system at home, can't Be bothered too much with the speakers.
The camera has been improved as well with the latest update.
Love this phone!

[FreshD]

Just ordered a Nexus 5x and now im watching this video. Hope i wont regret my buy

[Drado]

Bought a Nexus 5X recently and I'm loving it