Although the new Google smartphones will be presented on September 29, the truth is that many of the data have already been published, both for the Nexus 6P like the Nexus 5X, but now we confirm the design of these two smartphones, as well as the colors in which the two phones will be available. Both come with a fingerprint reader and Android 6.0, plus USB Type C and a clear focus on the photographic experience.
Nexus 6P
The Nexus 6P will be Google's highest-end phone. It will be manufactured by Huawei, and the smartphone's exterior design will feature a unibody aluminum casing. You can see the Nexus 6P in the image accompanying this post. smartphone design, with said metal casing. The fingerprint reader stands out Located above the Nexus logo and below the camera. But the novelty lies in the different colors it will be available in, which we didn't know until now. There will be four different versions: black, silver, white, and gold, the latter being the only one not available in grayscale.
Beyond the finish, the 6P relies on a screen 5,7-inch AMOLED with QHD resolution protected by Gorilla Glass 4 and a slim profile that integrates the familiar top bar that houses the antennas and camera. This strip isn't just for aesthetics: The position of the camera was decided by the internal distribution of antennas, which is why it is not centered. Inside, the 6P combines Snapdragon 810 (v2.1) with 3 GB of LPDDR4 RAM and storage options 32 / 64 / 128 GB without microSD, prioritizing fast internal memory. The battery amounts to 3.450 mAh, and the connector USB Type C facilitates significantly faster loading.
In photography, the 6P is equipped with a sensor of 12,3 MP with 1,55 µm pixels and f/2.0 aperture, laser focus and dual LED flash. Record 4K video and offers slow motion up to 240 fps. The front camera goes up to 8 SMThe fingerprint reader, integrated into the back, is part of Nexus Imprint, a fast and precise system reinforced at the software level by Android 6.0 and compatible with mobile payments.
Nexus 5X
The Nexus 5X will be the cheapest of the two, and it will also be the most basic, both in technical features and design, since it will not have a plastic shell. Unlike the Nexus 6P, we did know the colors in which this smartphone would be available. There will only be three versions of this mobile, in black and white colors, and in a light bluish colorThis last color is one of the few that is a little different from the classic white, black, or gold. More details about the model are available at Nexus 5X features and design.
LG is betting on a light and comfortable chassis, with screen 5,2-inch Full HD IPS LCD and protection Gorilla Glass 3. Inside it mounts Snapdragon 808 with 2 GB of LPDDR3 RAM y 16 / 32 GB of internal storage (no microSD). The battery is 2.700 mAh and also incorporates USB Type CThe rear fingerprint reader offers the same native Android support and allows for instant unlocking and authentication with compatible services.
In cameras, the 5X shares the main sensor of 12,3 MP f / 2.0 with large pixels and laser focus, recording 4K and slow motion until 120 fps in 720p. The front camera is 5 SM. The rear hump of the central module is carefully curved for a soft-touch finish and stability on the table.
Launching on September 29
The two smartphones will be unveiled next week, on September 29th. What remains to be determined is the price of these two smartphones, which will determine their level of offering and which phones they will compete against. In fact, this will determine whether they are among the best buys on the market, or whether they are simply interesting for those specifically looking for a Nexus for its features, such as the latest version of the operating system, in this case. Android 6.0 Marshmallow. At its market launch in selected countries, it was announced indicative ranges: 5X from 16/32 GB and 6P with 32/64/128 GB, aligned with its positioning and materials.
Android 6.0 strengthens the set with features such as Now on Tap (smart context), Pickups (energy saving at rest) and granular permissions per app. Native support for the fingerprint sensor Improves security and payments, and Google maintains its policy security updates periodic.
During development, teams from Google, Huawei and LG made key decisions: they sought parity of functions between the two (USB-C, fingerprint reader) and wireless charging was discarded in favor of metal and consistency between models. In the 6P, the upper strip integrates antennas and favors reception; in the 5X it is optimized the bevel and curvature to improve grip and reduce weight. Google insists on quality internal storage instead of microSD to ensure sustained performance.
If you are hesitating between one or the other, think about priorities: the 6P wins in materials, screen, battery and RAM, plus slow motion at 240 fps and Gorilla Glass 4; the 5X prioritizes low weight, one-handed operation and the price, with the same 12,3 MP main sensor and the clean Android experience. In both, the rear reader is fast and ergonomic, USB-C speeds up charging, and Marshmallow takes advantage of power management. With these elements, the design of the Nexus 6P and 5X consolidates two clear propositions: a metal flagship and a compact alternative without sacrificing the Nexus essence.
