Google Pixel 5 Review | Enough of a flagship?

Reviewing Google's Pixel 5, the 2020 flagship smartphone that costs just £599 in the UK yet still boasts 5G support, untouchable camera tech, a gorgeous OLED display and plenty of gaming grunt. I've been testing the Pixel 5 as my full-time phone for a week now and here's my final verdict - spoiler, it's much better (and cheaper) than last year's model. But not quite perfect.

The main problem is that Google has already impressed with its Pixel 4a pair (including the fresh new 5G upgrade), which are priced at £349 and £499. Those phones still serve up a compact design, easy-to-use camera, good battery life and full Android 11 action. By spending more on this flagship, you're only getting a few improvements like water resistance - and a 90Hz screen, which is my main love here.

Of course the Pixel 5 has plenty of strong rivals, including the OnePlus Nord, OnePlus 8T and Xiaomi's new Mi 10T series. Most of which are cheaper, or offer stronger specs including 120Hz or even 144Hz displays, and Snapdragon 865 smarts. Still, I really enjoyed using this Google blower as my full-time phone, and Pixel fans should be more than satisfied with that excellent camera and sleek Android experience.

[shanetravis]

Boy the jokes are as dark as the colourway. Yet fits so seamlessly and smoothly as the android 11 🤣

[beater_y]

2:25 Anyone noticed that?😂😂I just spilled the milk🥛 from my nose!🤧

[ironsight]

i love watching things i can't afford

[jessiesmith]

Most important things for me on a phone:
-Small size
-Great battery life
-Nice screen

That's all...I was considering the s10e but in my country it's packed with an exynos chip and the iphone 11 pro (that cost $1600 here) so...yep...this will probably be my next phone

[MrRedhead]

2:24 Google assistant hopefully helped you there. Gotta love you for these kind of jokes.

[jibb.y]

2:23 made me cackle laugh. Appreciate this.

[kirubashankar]

You enjoyed using the Pixel 5 as ur full time smartphone,
And i enjoyed watching ur review.
Well done mate.!!

[simonwilltrack]

Great sense of humour. My default reviewer now. So much information delivered whilst making me chuckle. Excellent.

[Obssy]

I had a feeling you're a fellow metalhead. That makes me happy! Great review, you always make it so it's funny and informative.

[dtay]

Well, you weren't kidding about the pixel 5 review coming 😆 i was still watching the comparison between this, the fe, and the oneplus.

[deanthompson]

Chris just picked up this phone four days ago, I do like it. It is not glamorous but does the job. Of course, two days later, at Google I/O, the Pixel 6 and all the phones of that class were leaked, so already behind. I do hope that Google will update for three years, and continue to provide assistance. I will wait to fall for Android 12. Thanks for the review.

[harrischaralambous]

Recent subscriber to the channel, your phones consistently have the coolest backgrounds

[TheFourthWinchester]

I want a Pixel this year. Time to upgrade from my OG Pixel.

[FRANTIK]

You're quickly becoming my favorite phone reviewer. Great information AND comedy. Perfect.

[shanematthews]

Your prediction for the future is probably a little optimistic. I, for one, welcome our new crab overlords.

[BryBry]

I'm not keen on the Pixel phones but like I said before, my nephew loves them, so this review will be going straight to his WhatsApp 😊 great review dude!

[abhijithcs]

Small and easy to fondle is the way to go

Overcompensating a bit much, don't you think, Chris?

[abir]

'small and easy to fondle'

There should be a repository somewhere in norway (not sure why norway cam to my mind) to collect the almighty chief's one liners

[Mubashir_AK]

I could never predict what you would say in a particular video, but guaranteed will make me laugh out loud. Great job mate.

[AugustoLugo]

Love the "p p going boing" observat. You are a riot Chris. Love it. I would save the cash and go so the 4a 5g