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Google Pixel 5
Display
6.0-inch (151mm) FHD+ Flexible OLED
1080 x 2340 resolution, 432 ppi
90Hz Smooth Display, HDR support, Always-on
Chipset
Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G
2.4GHz + 2.2GHz + 1.8GHz octa-core
Adreno 620 GPU, Titan M Security Module
Camera
Rear: 12.2MP dual-pixel (f/1.7, OIS+EIS) + 16MP ultrawide (f/2.2, 118.7°)
Front: 8MP (f/2.0, fixed focus)
4K video at 30/60fps (rear), 1080p at 30fps (front)
Battery
Typical 4080 mAh / Minimum 4000 mAh
18W USB-C PD fast charging
Qi-compatible wireless charging, reverse wireless
Connectivity
5G Sub-6 & mmWave (GD1YQ), LTE
Wi-Fi 5 802.11ac 2x2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0 + LE
NFC, Google Cast, eSIM + Nano SIM
Memory & Storage
8 GB LPDDR4x RAM
128 GB internal storage (non-expandable)
No microSD slot
Timeline & Release Details
Google announced the Pixel 5 on September 30, 2020 via its official blog. The phone launched in eight countries starting October 15, 2020, with availability in the US and Canada following on October 29, 2020. The provided sources list a launch price of US$699 for the 128GB configuration.
- Announcement date: September 30, 2020
- First availability: October 15, 2020 (eight countries)
- US & Canada availability: October 29, 2020
- Launch price (MSRP): US$699 (128GB)
- Warranty: 1 year (US, Canada, Japan, Taiwan); 2 years (UK, Germany, France, Ireland, Australia)
Body & Build
The Pixel 5 features a 100% recycled aluminium enclosure with a Corning Gorilla Glass 6 front cover. Google lists IP68 water and dust resistance for the device, and it is available in two colours: Just Black and Sorta Sage.
- Dimensions: 144.7 x 70.4 x 8.0 mm (5.7 x 2.8 x 0.3 in)
- Weight: 151 g
- Materials: 100% recycled aluminium back housing, Gorilla Glass 6 front
- Protection: IP68 water and dust resistance
- Colours: Just Black, Sorta Sage
- Sensors: Proximity/ambient light, accelerometer/gyrometer, magnetometer, barometer, spectral and flicker sensor, back-mounted fingerprint sensor (Pixel Imprint)
Display System
The Pixel 5 uses a 6.0-inch FHD+ Flexible OLED panel with a 19.5:9 aspect ratio and 432 ppi density. The display supports HDR content, a 1,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and a Smooth Display mode that dynamically adjusts up to 90 Hz for smoother scrolling and animations. Always-on display and Now Playing features are included.
- Type: Flexible OLED
- Size: 6.0-inch (151 mm)
- Resolution: 1080 x 2340 (FHD+)
- Refresh rate: Up to 90 Hz (Smooth Display)
- Brightness: HDR capable, contrast ratio 1,000,000:1
- Features: Always-on, Now Playing, touchscreen, 24-bit depth (16M colours)
Camera System
The rear camera system combines a primary 12.2 MP dual-pixel sensor with optical and electronic image stabilisation and a 16 MP ultrawide lens. Google's camera software includes Night Sight, Portrait Light, Cinematic Pan, and HDR+.
Rear Camera
- Main camera: 12.2 MP dual-pixel, f/1.7, 1.4 µm pixel width, 77° field of view, autofocus with dual pixel phase detection, OIS + EIS
- Ultrawide camera: 16 MP, f/2.2, 1.0 µm pixel width, 118.7° field of view
- Video: 4K at 30/60 fps, 1080p at 30/60/120/240 fps
Front Camera
- Resolution: 8 MP, f/2.0, 1.12 µm pixel width, 83° field of view, fixed focus
- Video: 1080p at 30 fps
Platform & Software
The Pixel 5 ships with Android 11 and the Snapdragon 765G processor, paired with 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM. Google promises a minimum of three years of OS and security updates. The Titan M security module provides hardware-backed protection. The phone supports Google Photos unlimited high-quality storage (as listed for Pixel 5).
- Operating system: Android 11 (launch)
- Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G (2.4 + 2.2 + 1.8 GHz octa-core)
- GPU: Adreno 620
- Security: Titan M security chip, Pixel Imprint fingerprint sensor
- Software updates: Minimum 3 years of OS and security updates from launch
- AI features: Now Playing, Hold for Me (US), Recorder offline transcription, Google Photos Portrait Light
Key Features & AI
Google highlights the Pixel 5's environmental design, 5G connectivity, and helpful software features. The phone includes a built-in Recorder app that transcribes speech without internet, a Hold for Me assistant (US), and Google Photos editing tools such as Portrait Light. The phone also supports ARCore for augmented reality.
- 5G: Sub-6 on all models; mmWave on GD1YQ (US/FI)
- Camera features: Night Sight, Portrait Mode, Cinematic Pan, HDR+
- AI/Assistant: Google Assistant integration, Recorder, Hold for Me
- Connectivity: eSIM + Nano SIM, Google Cast, NFC
- Included promotions (at launch): 3 months Stadia, YouTube Premium, 100 GB Google One, Google Play Pass
Battery & Charging
Pixel 5 is equipped with a 4080 mAh typical battery (minimum 4000 mAh). It supports 18W fast charging via USB-C PD and Qi-compatible wireless charging, plus reverse wireless charging to power accessories like earbuds. Google claims an "all-day battery" with up to 48 hours using Extreme Battery Saver mode.
- Capacity: Typical 4080 mAh, minimum 4000 mAh
- Wired charging: 18W USB-C PD 2.0 (adapter included in most regions)
- Wireless charging: Qi-compatible (charger sold separately)
- Reverse wireless charging: Battery Share (supports accessories)
- Fast charging: 18W (USB-C 3.1 Gen 1)
Connectivity & Sensors
The Pixel 5 supports a wide range of connectivity options, including 5G (Sub-6 and mmWave on GD1YQ), LTE, Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and dual-band GNSS. It uses a Nano SIM and eSIM. The device includes stereo speakers, three microphones, and noise suppression.
- Cellular: 5G Sub-6 (all models); mmWave (GD1YQ only); LTE bands across global regions
- Wi-Fi: 2.4 GHz + 5 GHz, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac 2x2 MIMO
- Bluetooth: 5.0 + LE with aptX, aptX HD, LDAC, AAC
- Location: Dual-band GNSS (L1+L5, E1B+E5a, B1I+B2a); GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS; BeiDou and NavIC outside US
- Ports: USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 (USB-PD)
- Audio: Stereo speakers, 3 microphones, noise suppression
- Sensors: Barometer, proximity/ambient light, accelerometer/gyrometer, magnetometer, spectral and flicker sensor
Google Pixel 5 - Summary
Google Pixel 5 is a 2020 5G smartphone announced on September 30, 2020 and listed for US and Canada availability from October 29, 2020 at US$699 for 128GB. It combines a 6.0-inch 90Hz OLED display, Snapdragon 765G processor, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, a 12.2MP dual-pixel main camera, a 16MP ultrawide camera, IP68 water and dust resistance, Qi wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, and Android 11. Its main tradeoffs are a single storage tier and a midrange Snapdragon platform compared with Google's earlier Pixel 4 flagship-class chipset.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$699 |