Nexus 6
The Motorola-built 2014 phablet — stock Android at 5.96 inches.
The Nexus 6 is a legacy Google smartphone released Nov 2014, with a launch price of $649 (launch). It pairs the Snapdragon 805 with a 5.96" AMOLED QHD display, a 13 MP · f/2.0 OIS main camera and a 3,220 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 56/100 — The phablet that launched Lollipop. Standout strengths: launch device for android 5.0 lollipop + material design. and dual front-firing stereo speakers. Main trade-off: discontinued — stopped at android 7.1.1.
The phablet that launched Lollipop.
Nexus 6 was Google's Motorola-built 2014 flagship — the launch device for Android 5.0 Lollipop and Material Design. Its 5.96-inch screen was divisive then but normal now. A milestone in the Nexus program before the Pixel era.
Read the full review- Launch device for Android 5.0 Lollipop + Material Design.
- Dual front-firing stereo speakers.
- Qi wireless + Turbo Charge.
- Pure stock Android with fast updates for the era.
Full specifications
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How the Nexus 6 compares
| Nexus 6 | Galaxy S25 Ultra | Pixel XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 56 | 89 | 56 |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 805 | SD 8 Elite | Snapdragon 821 |
| Display | 5.96" AMOLED QHD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 5.5" QHD AMOLED |
| Main camera | 13 MP · f/2.0 OIS | 200 MP · f/1.7 | 12.3 MP · f/2.0 |
| Battery | 3,220 mAh | 5,000 mAh | 3,450 mAh |
| Launch price | $649 (launch) | $1,299 | $769 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the Nexus 6 released?
The Nexus 6 was released in Nov 2014.
How much does the Nexus 6 cost?
The Nexus 6 launched at $649 (launch) (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the Nexus 6 screen size and type?
The Nexus 6 has a 5.96" AMOLED QHD display.
What chipset does the Nexus 6 use?
The Nexus 6 is powered by the Snapdragon 805 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the Nexus 6 have?
The Nexus 6 ships with 3 GB · 32 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the Nexus 6 battery capacity?
The Nexus 6 has a 3,220 mAh battery.
How fast does the Nexus 6 charge?
The Nexus 6 supports 15 W Turbo Charge wired charging.
Does the Nexus 6 have wireless charging?
The Nexus 6 supports Qi wireless charging.
What is the Nexus 6 main camera?
The Nexus 6 has a 13 MP · f/2.0 OIS main camera.
Does the Nexus 6 have a headphone jack?
The Nexus 6 has a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
How much does the Nexus 6 weigh?
The Nexus 6 weighs 184 g.
What colours does the Nexus 6 come in?
The Nexus 6 is available in 2 colours: Midnight Blue, Cloud White.
Is the Nexus 6 worth buying?
Nexus 6 was Google's Motorola-built 2014 flagship — the launch device for Android 5.0 Lollipop and Material Design. Its 5.96-inch screen was divisive then but normal now. A milestone in the Nexus program before the Pixel era. SpecEagle gives the Nexus 6 an editorial score of 56/100.
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