Google Nexus 6P review: specs and price
Google Nexus 6P
Why is Google Nexus 6P better than the average?
- Pixel density?
518 ppivs395 ppi - Resolution?
1440 x 2560 pxvs2.53 MP - Video recording (main camera)?
2160 x 30 fpsvs43200 fps - Weight?
178 gvs189 g - Thickness?
7.3 mmvs8.4 mm - Floating-point performance?
0.38 TFLOPSvs0.02 TFLOPS - Number of flash LEDs?
2vs1 - Body SAR (US)?
0.81W/kgvs0.96W/kg
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
8.0/10
1 ratings
Display quality
10.0/10
1 ratings
Battery life
2.0/10
1 ratings
Photography
8.0/10
1 ratings
Performance
10.0/10
1 ratings
Design
water resistance
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The level of water resistance that the device has.
weight
178 g
The weight.
thickness
7.3 mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
width
77.8 mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height
159.3 mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
volume
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Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
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The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
Fall reliability class
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The fall reliability class rating from the EU energy label for smartphones. It is ranked from A (most robust) to E (least robust).
Repairability class
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The repairability class rating from the EU energy label for smartphones. It is ranked from A (most repairable) to E (least repairable).
Display
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
The type of technology used in the display.
screen size
5.7"
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
pixel density
518 ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
resolution
1440 x 2560 px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
refresh rate
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The frequency at which the display is refreshed (1 Hz = once per second). A higher refresh rate results in smoother UI animations and video playback.
touch sampling rate
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The touch sampling rate is the speed at which a screen can register your touch input and respond by rendering the next frame. Also called the touch refresh rate.
brightness (typical)
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A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
has branded damage-resistant glass
✔Google Nexus 6P
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass 4
Gorilla Glass is one of the most popular brands of chemically strengthened glass, manufactured by Corning. Several versions have been developed, the newer ones being more durable and providing better damage resistance.
Performance
internal storage
128GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
RAM
3GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of memory used to store working data and machine code. Having more RAM is particularly useful for multitasking, allowing you to run more programs at once or have more tabs open in your browser.
AnTuTu benchmark score
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AnTuTu is one of the most important benchmarks for Android devices. The score reflects the overall performance of a device by summing up results of individual tests that various parameters, such as RAM speed, CPU performance, 2D & 3D graphics performance.
Chipset (SoC) name
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994
Google Nexus 6P
The name of the system-on-a-chip (SoC) used in the device. The SoC includes the CPU, GPU, and other key components.
GPU name
Adreno 430
Google Nexus 6P
The name of the integrated GPU.
CPU speed
4 x 2 GHz & 4 x 1.5 GHz (Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994)
The CPU speed indicates how many processing cycles per second can be executed by a CPU, considering all of its cores (processing units). It is calculated by adding the clock rates of each core or, in the case of multi-core processors employing different microarchitectures, of each group of cores.
Geekbench 6 result (multi)
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Geekbench 6 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2026)
Geekbench 6 result (single)
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Geekbench 6 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2026)
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
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3DMark Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark (developed by UL Solutions) that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). Source: UL Solutions.
Cameras
megapixels (main camera)
12.3 MP
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
wide aperture (main camera)
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With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✖Google Nexus 6P
A multi-lens camera captures two or more images and overlays them. This technology creates sharper images, especially in low light conditions, and allows you to use effects such as softening the background.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has built-in optical image stabilization
✔Google Nexus 6P
Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
video recording (main camera)
2160 x 30 fps
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔Google Nexus 6P
A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos.
Multi-LED camera flashes use LED lights which have different color temperatures (warm light and cool light), improving the color balance based on the conditions in which the photos are taken.
has a BSI sensor
✔Google Nexus 6P
A BSI (backside illuminated) sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
Operating system
Android version
Android 6 Marshmallow
A newer version of Android generally provides a better user experience. Major Android releases include new features and improvements to performance, as well as important security updates.
has clipboard warnings
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
This privacy feature alerts you with a small notification when an app copies data from your clipboard.
has location privacy options
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
This privacy feature allows you to share your approximate location with an app instead of your precise location.
has camera/microphone privacy options
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
has Mail Privacy Protection
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
Mail Privacy Protection is a feature built into the default email app that blocks senders from using “tracking pixels” to see when you’ve read an email. It also hides your IP address from senders.
has theme customization
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
can block app tracking
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
Some apps track your activity even when the app is not in use. This privacy feature allows you to block this tracking, either across all apps or on a per-app basis.
blocks cross-site tracking
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
This setting (in the default browser) allows you to block cross-site tracking cookies and data to help protect your privacy.
has on-device machine learning
✖Google Nexus 6P (Android 6.0 Marshmallow)
On-device machine learning is used to recognize people, places, and more in the Photos app. The algorithms run on the device, where this sensitive data is then kept. Competing services upload the photos and perform this on their servers, which requires the sharing of personal data.
Battery
Battery endurance
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The battery life according to the EU energy label for smartphones. It is based on a standardized test which reproduces real-life usage.
battery power
3450 mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
✖Google Nexus 6P
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Supports fast charging
✔Google Nexus 6P
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, it is important to use a compatible charger.
wireless charging speed
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Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, a compatible wireless charger must be used.
reverse wireless charging speed
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Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed.
comes with a charger
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Some manufacturers sell devices with chargers included, while others do not. An included charger is an extra benefit for users as it allows them to save money by not having to buy one.
has a removable battery
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The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Audio
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✔Google Nexus 6P
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has stereo speakers
✔Google Nexus 6P
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has aptX
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aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has LDAC
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LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX HD
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aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX Adaptive
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aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX Lossless
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aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
Has a radio
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A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Connectivity & Features
release date
10 years ago09/29/2015
Google Nexus 6P
The date the product first became available for purchase.
has 5G support
✖Google Nexus 6P (Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994)
The fifth-generation wireless technology delivers higher speeds and lower latency than the previous, fourth-generation tech.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
SIM cards
1 SIM
The number and type of SIM cards supported.
Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves. Newer versions provide faster data transfers.
has an external memory slot
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The device has a standard memory slot (such as an SD or micro SD card slot) that enables you to extend the built-in internal storage with affordable memory modules, or easily retrieve data, such as photographs, from the memory card.
included SD card (memory size)
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Some manufacturers include a memory card in the box. An SD card with a higher storage capacity allows you to extend the storage space on your device with ease, providing you with more space for your data.
Has USB Type-C
✔Google Nexus 6P
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
Miscellaneous
has a video light
✔Google Nexus 6P
A video light helps when recording a movie in low-light conditions.
has XeSS (XMX)
✖Google Nexus 6P (Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994)
Intel's XeSS (Xe Super Sampling) is an upscaling technology powered by AI. It allows the graphics card to render games at a lower resolution and upscale them to a higher resolution with near-native visual quality and increased performance. Unlike the standard XeSS, which can run on any graphics card, this XMX version relies on specific hardware and is only available on Intel GPUs.
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Comments
Derek
4 years ago
8 / 10
A phone ahead of its time in my humble opinion.
Derek
4 years ago
8 / 10
I bought this phone in 2016 and although Google abandoned it after Android Oreo, a little system mod sees this stalwart of smartphones still going strong with me in 2021. I like this phone so much for the screen apart from its performance that I bought a second one dedicated to working with external accessories. If it wasn't for the awful battery performance/capacity this phone would be exceptional value whether new or used. I've been through three different makes since buying this phone but none of them compare to its overall performance. I love it for watching movies with excellent audio output to accompany the outstanding screen. Nowadays it/they take pride of place for important use that does not demand all day standby on battery. Actual communication takes second place at the moment with an undemanding Samsung Galaxy A71 that has a battery that can last two days with ordinary moderate use including the odd YouTube video. The screen detail and lack of stereo speakers make video watching very dull in comparison with the Nexus. The Nexus also feels as solid as any other phone I've had and more so than most. So enough praise. If you're into replacing the operating system this phone could go on for a very long time.
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