im planning to get a pixel 5 (in 2023) i just love the curved edges of the older pixels. also pixel 5 is very compact and lightweight and also has unlimited cloud storage for photos
What a great review! Thanks. Love my Pixel 5 (now Android 14) and own almost all Pixel models. Just got the Pixel 8 Pro (traded up P7P for $550), but I just carry the Pixel 5 with me, along with an iPhone SE.
Update. I bought one online, and it's out for delivery today. Got it for $161 but the sim tray is broken, but I already ordered a replacement. The seller is nice. I'll update it when it arrives
@@TJXHTit's not good, it's essentially like having one speaker not stereo and the earpiece with calls is an odd experience. if the p5 simply had a normal design instead of the earpiece being covered by glass it would have been perfect.
@@jettneronaHi, I'm thinking of buying a pixel phone, but I don't know if I should buy the 5 or the 6a. As you got both, which one do you advice? Thank you
I miss the hell out of this phone. Literally my favorite Pixel. Traded it in for a 7. It was hard to say no to the $400 trade in credit. I am thinking about buying another one.
Interesting because on paper the 7 is much better than the 5. (Except for the unlimited Google photos storage, smaller size and symmetrical bezels). Luckily a used 5 is much cheaper than 400.
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looking in hindsight, I think that it could be a rebranded Pixel 5a (because the actual pixel 5a was not that much different from the 4a). Or maybe not…Who knows
@@dimitrischristou Thanks for the comment! I'm not sure, but it wouldnt surprise me because the 5 was definitely lacking some features that the 4 had. The 5 has worse speakers, plastic back instead of glass, missing the telephoto lens, no motion sense. But that doesn't mean that the pixel 5 is a bad phone of course.
@@ImportantTech Of course not! I love its design, especially the green/mint colour it came in. I also love those symmetrical bezels. Fun fact: The Pixel 5 was going to have the first Tensor Chip but due to delays that happened on the 6 as we know!
@@dimitrischristou I actually don't think it is. It has the same, higher pwm frequency as all normal and pro Pixels. While the 6a and 7a all have a lower frequency.
The pixel 5 will get to android 14, but not android 15. I didn't really notice a big difference in the haptics compared to my older pixels. The haptics are great. Battery life is decent. You can get through a day. But if you use it a lot then maybe you need to charge it during the day. Battery life also depends on if you buy a heavily used one or a good condition pixel 5.
@@ImportantTech how would you compare to the Pixel 4a that's the one I currently have My only concern is the speakers but the pixel 4A speakers they're okay but my Galaxy S9 or Galaxy S10 have better speakers not like crazy but it's noticeable
@@cobaltblue5523 I have never used the 4a, but I have used the 4a 5G. The 90hz screen makes a huge difference in my opinion. And having the ultrawide is also really nice if you are coming from the 4a. The speakers are definitely a weak point of this phone. I think the 4a 5g sounds better. Also my older pixel 3 sounds better. The speaker isn't great, but I have heard worse speakers on phones.
Im side-grading from a Poco X3 NFC. I want smaller, oled screen and a better camera. Will suck to lose the speakers and expandable storage. The 120hz struggles a tad on the original Poco X3 anyway. The Poco X3 hasnt had updatea for a long time so who cares if the Pixel stops too.
I think the 6a will probably get longer support from Google. So if you don't mind having no symmetrical bezels, no unlimited google photos storage and no 90hz, then the 6a is probably a better option
@@ImportantTech Ok, what I mainly care about is good durability, small size and good battery life, I'm currently with a phone with Android 8 so the support for the software isn't really big deal for me. With this in mind, the 6a is still the better choice?
I’ve been in the market of getting this particular phone after having isssues with my iPhone after that recent firmware update I had to be forced into updating to it in order to get past a boot loop issue. Plus I’ve been feeling like I’ve been having that sense of carpal tunnel with it after a few years of use. Along with it feeling the most compact feeling and it being the only phone to still have free unlimited storage when uploading to Google Photos, it ended up being more of a reason to want to switch over, even if it means losing stuff like the telephoto lens.
Yes. The Google photos unlimited backup is definitely one of the biggest reasons why it is my main phone right now. I really like to have a telephoto lens, but the pixel 4 battery life isn't good at all. And while the 7 pro does have a telephoto lens, the newer pixel 7 pro is bigger and doesn't have the unlimited storage option. It's also a lot more expensive.
@@ImportantTech Yeah well that line will be a lot more expensive after the announcement of the Pixel Fold. Cool thing but all things considering, I’d still go for the Pixel 5. Only other alternative would be going for the Galaxy S10e for its expandable storage and headphone jack.
carpal tunnel! same here bro😂 what phone r u rocking now ? i’ve been using iPhone 11pro for 4yrs(188g) but now i’m looking at pixel 5 or iPhone se,mini
I was sooo excited about getting this phone... Great camera, great performance, stock android, light weight, small display. And then I heard the crappy speakers. Lol, I'm so sad but I really don't wanna go through the process of returning it since it was second hand. I couldn't really check the sound quality until I just got home, and is ridiculously bad... No bass whatsoever, it sounds thin and weak wich is bad since the pixel 3 had a loud ass speaker. i understand why this one had to be weaker in order to get symmetrical and thin bezels, but they could've done better, at least a little eq... The phone is great if you find it below $200, but have in mind you'll definitely have to always use a portable speaker or headphones for music.
For me it isn't a big issue since I only use the speakers for making a voice call, but they are definitely not that good if you want to use it for more than only phone calls
@Unboxio Thanks for the video. I'm on iPhone at the moment but I want to go back to Pixel on a small budget. Do you think I can use it for two years? THANKS
If you can find a good used deal, yes. but the battery won't be the best in 2 years. Also the pixel 6a or 6 will probably get longer updates. But those ones don't have the unlimited google photos storage, symmetrical bezels and small form factor
Probably yes, except that it wont take long before it will stop getting updates, but I used my pixel 3 after it got updates and it still worked great. Only thing that might stop you from using it for 3 more years is the battery life.
I've been looking at picking up a refurbed P5 since my Pixel 3 is starting to slow/will randomly not receive calls. I swear Google used to have a refurbished store front and now it's completely gone? What gives?
I'm planning on buying one. But while doing some research found that some people's are having overheating issues while using camera(precisely capturing 4k 60fps video). Can you tell about that? And another thing does the unlimited storage option applies for All the devices I've logged in with the same id I'm using on my pixel 5?
Thanks for the comment! It is only on the pixel 5 itself and it is not connected to a Google account. Also I can't really tell about overheating since I don't shoot in 4k 60fps for a long amount of time
@@ImportantTech Thank you so much for replying. If the unlimited photos is only on pixel 5 if I lost the device or somehow it gets damaged. How will I get those photos or videos I've backed up!
@@muntasirelahi Sorry for the confusion. I meant: you can only back up photos unlimited on the pixel 5 itself. You can not get unlimited storage saver on another non pixel phone. But in the pixel 5 you can select which account you want to back up to, so you can always go to photos.google.com on the same device and download the files.
I think it's still a good phone and I'm still using one right now every day, but it really depends on what price you pay for it. Also I do not recommend buying a new one, but a used one because of the price difference
@@sownderr Only with the pixel 5 and before. Not with the 5a and up. It will be connected to the device and not your google account. So it also works for used pixel 5 in storage saver. So 1080p and up to 16mp.
I understand you, but I also used my pixel 3 a long time after the update support stopped. Of course it's not the nicest thing to not have updates anymore, but I didn't have any issues with it.
Should be fine -- there will probably be some smaller security patches for a while yet, and so long as your banking applications etc are updating, why not continue to use it?
Someone else also asked this. I think both are good. Pixel 5 is better because of the 90hz display, but the 5a has a headphone jack and better battery.
@@ImportantTech I am a real casual user when it comes phone because my actual work is on computer, i just need bigger battery to be honest and phone lasting for next 2-3 years or so
Yes. On the main camera it shoots 4k 60fps. on the ultrawide 4k30 or 1080p60 I meant the google photos backup isn't 4k. on 3:44 I talk about the video specs
It is aluminium, but with a bio resin coating on top of it. but the bio resin coating is plastic. www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_5_long_term-review-2225p2.php#:~:text=It%20turned%20out%20that%20the,5%20is%20made%20of%20plastic
Yes I really like that feature too. Sadly there are almost no companies making small phones. But i do understand why. Most people like having a big display
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Best pixel ever.
This phone was underrated AF.
im planning to get a pixel 5 (in 2023) i just love the curved edges of the older pixels. also pixel 5 is very compact and lightweight and also has unlimited cloud storage for photos
sure you are
i was thinking the same plus it was real cheap in 2023
@@munafa23 I bought it today and it's really gooood
@@av69420from where
@@hemant3472 Calicut, kerala
What a great review! Thanks. Love my Pixel 5 (now Android 14) and own almost all Pixel models. Just got the Pixel 8 Pro (traded up P7P for $550), but I just carry the Pixel 5 with me, along with an iPhone SE.
Thank you for the nice comment!
I'm planning on buying this phone, mainly because of its size. I have the pixel 3a, and used to have the 6a but sold it 😅
Update. I bought one online, and it's out for delivery today. Got it for $161 but the sim tray is broken, but I already ordered a replacement. The seller is nice. I'll update it when it arrives
@@TJXHTit's not good, it's essentially like having one speaker not stereo and the earpiece with calls is an odd experience. if the p5 simply had a normal design instead of the earpiece being covered by glass it would have been perfect.
@jetrnerona are you still using it at the moment? How long are updates available? is you sastifair? I want to buy it
@@jettneronaHi, I'm thinking of buying a pixel phone, but I don't know if I should buy the 5 or the 6a. As you got both, which one do you advice? Thank you
I miss the hell out of this phone. Literally my favorite Pixel. Traded it in for a 7. It was hard to say no to the $400 trade in credit. I am thinking about buying another one.
Interesting because on paper the 7 is much better than the 5. (Except for the unlimited Google photos storage, smaller size and symmetrical bezels). Luckily a used 5 is much cheaper than 400.
@@ImportantTechyour not getting the point he's tryna make . Paper is nothing . My pixel 5 opens every app the same time my pixel 7 opens them
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Thank you so much!
Proudly A Pixel 5 User
The Best Phone I Ever Bought And Use
Pixel 5 arriving tomorrow. I'm going to be pleased.
Nice
A really interesting move by Google to make the main Pixel a more midrange one. One that never went far
looking in hindsight, I think that it could be a rebranded Pixel 5a (because the actual pixel 5a was not that much different from the 4a). Or maybe not…Who knows
@@dimitrischristou Thanks for the comment! I'm not sure, but it wouldnt surprise me because the 5 was definitely lacking some features that the 4 had. The 5 has worse speakers, plastic back instead of glass, missing the telephoto lens, no motion sense. But that doesn't mean that the pixel 5 is a bad phone of course.
@@ImportantTech Of course not! I love its design, especially the green/mint colour it came in. I also love those symmetrical bezels.
Fun fact: The Pixel 5 was going to have the first Tensor Chip but due to delays that happened on the 6 as we know!
@@dimitrischristou thanks I didn't know that yet!
@@dimitrischristou I actually don't think it is. It has the same, higher pwm frequency as all normal and pro Pixels. While the 6a and 7a all have a lower frequency.
I prefer this Pixel Design because the rounded corners.
It is the best camera in a phone for less than $200 + symmetric bezzels 😍
How much is it now??
Will pixel 5 get android 14? Also how the haptic compared to other pixel, and the battery on android 13? What is your opinion bout that
The pixel 5 will get to android 14, but not android 15. I didn't really notice a big difference in the haptics compared to my older pixels. The haptics are great.
Battery life is decent. You can get through a day. But if you use it a lot then maybe you need to charge it during the day. Battery life also depends on if you buy a heavily used one or a good condition pixel 5.
I had bought it in 2024 and I am loving it...compact love
Great to hear! Tomorrow there will be an update video!
I just ordered it 😁
Nice!
@@ImportantTech how would you compare to the Pixel 4a that's the one I currently have My only concern is the speakers but the pixel 4A speakers they're okay but my Galaxy S9 or Galaxy S10 have better speakers not like crazy but it's noticeable
@@cobaltblue5523 I have never used the 4a, but I have used the 4a 5G. The 90hz screen makes a huge difference in my opinion. And having the ultrawide is also really nice if you are coming from the 4a. The speakers are definitely a weak point of this phone. I think the 4a 5g sounds better. Also my older pixel 3 sounds better. The speaker isn't great, but I have heard worse speakers on phones.
Im side-grading from a Poco X3 NFC. I want smaller, oled screen and a better camera.
Will suck to lose the speakers and expandable storage. The 120hz struggles a tad on the original Poco X3 anyway.
The Poco X3 hasnt had updatea for a long time so who cares if the Pixel stops too.
Nice
Hey, nice review.
I want to buy a pixel phone but don't know which one to buy, the 5 or 6a ?
Which one do you advice? Thanks
I think the 6a will probably get longer support from Google. So if you don't mind having no symmetrical bezels, no unlimited google photos storage and no 90hz, then the 6a is probably a better option
@@ImportantTech Ok, what I mainly care about is good durability, small size and good battery life, I'm currently with a phone with Android 8 so the support for the software isn't really big deal for me.
With this in mind, the 6a is still the better choice?
Hey l kinda like your content, i can see your hard working in this video! Well done my friend
Thank you for the nice comment. I appreciate it!
I’ve been in the market of getting this particular phone after having isssues with my iPhone after that recent firmware update I had to be forced into updating to it in order to get past a boot loop issue. Plus I’ve been feeling like I’ve been having that sense of carpal tunnel with it after a few years of use.
Along with it feeling the most compact feeling and it being the only phone to still have free unlimited storage when uploading to Google Photos, it ended up being more of a reason to want to switch over, even if it means losing stuff like the telephoto lens.
Yes. The Google photos unlimited backup is definitely one of the biggest reasons why it is my main phone right now. I really like to have a telephoto lens, but the pixel 4 battery life isn't good at all. And while the 7 pro does have a telephoto lens, the newer pixel 7 pro is bigger and doesn't have the unlimited storage option. It's also a lot more expensive.
@@ImportantTech Yeah well that line will be a lot more expensive after the announcement of the Pixel Fold. Cool thing but all things considering, I’d still go for the Pixel 5. Only other alternative would be going for the Galaxy S10e for its expandable storage and headphone jack.
I just ordered one today from that back market website, was only $130
Hoping i can get at least a year or two out of this phone when it comes in lol
carpal tunnel! same here bro😂 what phone r u rocking now ? i’ve been using iPhone 11pro for 4yrs(188g) but now i’m looking at pixel 5 or iPhone se,mini
As long as you are not a game addict, this phone is perfect.
Amazing phone. Great review
Thank you!
Is this still support by update and untill when? Im planning to buy 1
I was sooo excited about getting this phone... Great camera, great performance, stock android, light weight, small display.
And then I heard the crappy speakers. Lol, I'm so sad but I really don't wanna go through the process of returning it since it was second hand.
I couldn't really check the sound quality until I just got home, and is ridiculously bad... No bass whatsoever, it sounds thin and weak wich is bad since the pixel 3 had a loud ass speaker. i understand why this one had to be weaker in order to get symmetrical and thin bezels, but they could've done better, at least a little eq...
The phone is great if you find it below $200, but have in mind you'll definitely have to always use a portable speaker or headphones for music.
For me it isn't a big issue since I only use the speakers for making a voice call, but they are definitely not that good if you want to use it for more than only phone calls
Still using mine, will probably switch to the 8 once it goes down in price.
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Thank you for the really nice comment!
Great video!
Thank you!
Really wanted this or the 5a but then i saw other ppl have motherboard issues & BSODs (black screen of death)
It ha an aluminium back with a bio resin cover on top of it
Tbh this Pixel is the better design of all Pixel phones. It's symmetrical bezels!
Thanks for the comment. I agree. The front looks really nice!
best size ever
@Unboxio Thanks for the video. I'm on iPhone at the moment but I want to go back to Pixel on a small budget. Do you think I can use it for two years? THANKS
If you can find a good used deal, yes. but the battery won't be the best in 2 years. Also the pixel 6a or 6 will probably get longer updates. But those ones don't have the unlimited google photos storage, symmetrical bezels and small form factor
I am planning to buy one. And this video helped me decide to go for it.
Nice! I'm really happy that it helped.
It can't upload ?
If I buy this phone this year (used) will it last three more years?
Probably yes, except that it wont take long before it will stop getting updates, but I used my pixel 3 after it got updates and it still worked great. Only thing that might stop you from using it for 3 more years is the battery life.
Like it about the size, cameras,2 Sim numbers, and wireless charging
How much lasts the battery?
it only has 1 sim card slot. battery is decent like i said in the video
1 physical sim & 2nd eSim it's dual sim phone
I've been looking at picking up a refurbed P5 since my Pixel 3 is starting to slow/will randomly not receive calls. I swear Google used to have a refurbished store front and now it's completely gone? What gives?
I never knew they had that. Weird that they removed it. I mostly buy used phones, but there is definitely a risk to that
I'm planning on buying one. But while doing some research found that some people's are having overheating issues while using camera(precisely capturing 4k 60fps video). Can you tell about that?
And another thing does the unlimited storage option applies for All the devices I've logged in with the same id I'm using on my pixel 5?
Thanks for the comment! It is only on the pixel 5 itself and it is not connected to a Google account. Also I can't really tell about overheating since I don't shoot in 4k 60fps for a long amount of time
@@ImportantTech Thank you so much for replying. If the unlimited photos is only on pixel 5 if I lost the device or somehow it gets damaged. How will I get those photos or videos I've backed up!
@@muntasirelahi Sorry for the confusion. I meant: you can only back up photos unlimited on the pixel 5 itself. You can not get unlimited storage saver on another non pixel phone. But in the pixel 5 you can select which account you want to back up to, so you can always go to photos.google.com on the same device and download the files.
Can you make a video on gaming/multimedia watching for battery drain test!!!
probably already some other videos out there showing that
This is not a gaming phone, the SoC was not cutting edge when released in 2020 plus the screen is small
Brother my pixel 5 battery is very low condition, very fast to drain can i root and boosting battery,or 5g is also working or not , please reply ❤
I have never rooted my phone so I honestly don't know.
I'm planning on buying this phone but I'm confessing please tell me your opinion broi
I think it's still a good phone and I'm still using one right now every day, but it really depends on what price you pay for it. Also I do not recommend buying a new one, but a used one because of the price difference
Does pixel 5 have lifetime unlimited storage on google photos?
Yes. This is the last one that had it. But it is limited to 1080p and 16mp
I purchased used pixel 5G mobile in India... It's possible for me to get unlimited storage on Google photos..?
@@sownderr Only with the pixel 5 and before. Not with the 5a and up. It will be connected to the device and not your google account. So it also works for used pixel 5 in storage saver. So 1080p and up to 16mp.
Best phone 🎉
Hy brother, how are you?
Pixel 5 received 5g network in your country
It does support it, but I don't have a 5g mobile data plan I think.
@@ImportantTech There is no need for 5G firmware, because in India all phones need 5G software update,after 5G is running.
How much time last the battery in medium user
I think if you are a medium user it should last 1 day.
@@ImportantTech in heavy user how much
@@irestorationmobiles8775 Then you probably need to charge it at the middle of the day
Does it get android 14,15,16
It will get to android 14, but im pretty sure not android 15 or 16.
Does anyone know how to get app icons badges the setting menu has changed on my phone from the older videos I have watched
What version of Android are you on? Sounds like you've upgraded hence the change in menus?
I love this boi
also like my pixel 5
Bro my phon pixel 5 I had it good and better at price
Good
Thanks!
Not really worth it because it will be losing Android Update Support soon but I do miss that design the back of the Phone did scratch easily though.
I understand you, but I also used my pixel 3 a long time after the update support stopped. Of course it's not the nicest thing to not have updates anymore, but I didn't have any issues with it.
Yeah i could go a while without updating wouldnt be that big of a deal
Phones run just fine on old OS updates. I don't know why people act like they self destruct if you don't update them.
Should be fine -- there will probably be some smaller security patches for a while yet, and so long as your banking applications etc are updating, why not continue to use it?
I actually just picked up a Pixel 5 for $160 on Swappa and it just updated to Android 14 on Monday night.
pixel 5 or 5a
Someone else also asked this. I think both are good. Pixel 5 is better because of the 90hz display, but the 5a has a headphone jack and better battery.
@@ImportantTech I am a real casual user when it comes phone because my actual work is on computer, i just need bigger battery to be honest and phone lasting for next 2-3 years or so
5 or 5a which is best buy
Thank you for the comment! both are good. Pixel 5 is better because of the 90hz display, but the 5a has a headphone jack and better battery.
Can i have that wallpaper?
photos.app.goo.gl/15v8ydKLPQ2yJnV8A
200 euros? Bro I find it for 500
I meant the price of one used. But 500 is definitely way too expensive in my opinion. Then the 6a or 7a is a much better option.
@@ImportantTech yea i just ordered pixel 5 Ricondizionato for 240 euros I thinks it's good
Nice!
it has 60fps @ 4k
Yes. On the main camera it shoots 4k 60fps. on the ultrawide 4k30 or 1080p60 I meant the google photos backup isn't 4k. on 3:44 I talk about the video specs
updates ends in october
Really..? It won't get Android 14 update..?
@@sownderr in the video it said till android 14 idk 4:19
@@sownderr if android 14 is released before october then yes it will get it
The back is metal covered with plastic
It is, but of course it doesn't feel like metal when there is a layer of plastic on top of it so I don't think it makes a difference.
The back is made of metal. This video is already giving me red flags.
It is aluminium, but with a bio resin coating on top of it. but the bio resin coating is plastic. www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_5_long_term-review-2225p2.php#:~:text=It%20turned%20out%20that%20the,5%20is%20made%20of%20plastic
I just hope they bring that small size back 🥹 Also, how cool is it that you can use the fingerprint sensor to swipe down the notifications menu!
Yes I really like that feature too. Sadly there are almost no companies making small phones. But i do understand why. Most people like having a big display