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Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£570RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:5.7 inchesMain camera megapixels:12.3 MP

Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB)
5.2/10

Overall score

Score
5.2/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

90%

4.9

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 98% of smartphones
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

â–¼Worse than 99%
4.9

Technical score

Technical score
4.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components

25%

4.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

5.9

Display

15%

3.5

Battery

10%

2.8

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

â–¼Worse than 98%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 72%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
4.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 98% of models
Score components:

25%

4.2

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.1

Camera

15%

5.9

Display

15%

3.5

Battery

10%

2.8

Software

10%

6.6

Connectivity

4%

5.6

Audio

3%

6.9

Design

4.9
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Popularity:
Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) has a popularity of 7.8 points, which is higher than 73.2% of smartphones.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components:

70%

5.2

Overall score

30%

7.5

Price

5.9
Brand name
Huawei
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 processor model which is slower than processors in 99.2% of smartphones and equal to processors in 0.1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 96.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 84.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 8.3% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 6 Marshmallow
Android version
Android 6 Marshmallow
This smartphone runs Android version Android 6 Marshmallow which is older than that found in 99.2% of smartphones and equal to that in 0.6% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
no
This smartphone does not offer dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
12.3 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 12.3 MP which is lower than that of 94.6% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is narrower than that of 93.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
29.6 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 29.6 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 70% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.55 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.55 µm which is larger than in 96.8% of smartphones and equal to the size in 0.1% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
1
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 1 SIM slots, which is fewer than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.7% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5.7 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.7 inches which is smaller than the screens of 96.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.5% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2560 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2560 px which is higher than that of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
518 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 518 ppi which is higher than that of 95.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
?
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Battery capacity
3,450 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,450 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 95% of smartphones.
Charging speed
15 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 15 W which is slower than in 87.7% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 5.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
?
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
159.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.3 mm which is shorter than 82.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
77.8 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 77.8 mm which is wider than 81.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.3% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.3 mm which is thinner than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Weight
178 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 178 g which is lighter than 88.1% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.7% of smartphones.
Device volume
85,701 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 85,701 cm³ which is smaller than 81% of smartphones.
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Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.75 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.55 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 31.1% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (518 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    518 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • 43.2% more popular
    Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.79 vs 5.4).
    7.79 vs 5.44
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.75 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.55 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has an RGB LED flash
    This smartphone features an RGB LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 3.9% of smartphones include RGB flash.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 31.1% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (518 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    518 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 9.3% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (178 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    178 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 4.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 3.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (20 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    20 nm vs 6 nm
  • 56.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (4,711 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    4,711 vs 10,783
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (74 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    74 vs 99.5
  • 5 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 8 GB
  • 23.9% worse value for money
    Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (5.92 vs 7.3).
    5.92 vs 7.34
  • 2.19x more expensive
    Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£570 vs £260).
    £570 vs £260
  • 0.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Huawei Nexus 6P
    the average smartphone
    Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.94 vs 8.000).
    7.94 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • 3.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (20 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    20 nm vs 6 nm
  • 56.3% lower PCMark Work 3.0 Performance benchmark
    This smartphone performs worse in PCMark Work 3.0 than the average smartphone (4,711 vs 10,783). The average smartphone scores 10,783 in PCMark Work 3.0.
    4,711 vs 10,783
  • 5 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 8 GB
  • 31.6% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (650 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    650 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 71.2% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (271 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    271 vs 942
  • 57.1% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (6 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    6 GB vs 14 GB
  • 75% less L3 cache
    This smartphone has a smaller L3 cache than the average smartphone (1024 KB vs 4096 KB). The average smartphone has an L3 cache of 4096 KB.
    1,024 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 41.8% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (1600 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    1,600 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 16.7% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.0 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 75.8% lower Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (614 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in the Geekbench 6 multi-core test.
    614 vs 2,533
  • 60.9% lower memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has lower memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (10 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average smartphone has a bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s.
    10 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • Supports older OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenCL version than the average smartphone (1.2 vs 2). The average smartphone supports OpenCL version 2.0.
    1.2 vs 2.0
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2 GHz & 4x1.5 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2 GHz & 4x1.5 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 25% fewer shader units
    This smartphone includes fewer shader units than the average smartphone (192 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    192 vs 256
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 6 Marshmallow vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 6 Marshmallow vs Android 14
  • No location privacy controls
    This smartphone does not offer location privacy controls, the average smartphone does. 88% of smartphones include location privacy features.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This smartphone lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average smartphone includes them. 87% of smartphones offer these toggles.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No notification customization
    This smartphone does not allow notification customization, the average smartphone does. 99.1% of smartphones offer advanced notification options.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Lacks dark mode
    This smartphone does not support dark mode, the average smartphone does. 95.8% of smartphones have dark mode.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No theme customization
    This smartphone does not support theme customization, the average smartphone does. 91% of smartphones allow theme customization.
  • No offline voice commands
    This smartphone does not support offline voice commands, the average smartphone does. 90.4% of smartphones offer offline voice control.
  • No split-screen support
    This smartphone does not support split-screen, the average smartphone does. %^^ of smartphones allow split-screen multitasking.
  • No picture-in-picture mode
    This smartphone does not support Picture-in-Picture (PiP), the average smartphone does. 97.9% of smartphones offer PiP mode.
  • Does not allow play while downloading
    This smartphone cannot play games while downloading, the average smartphone can. 77.3% of smartphones support play-while-downloading.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (12.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    12.3 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • 39.2% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (73 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    73 vs 120
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (8 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    8 MP vs 16 MP
  • 7.5% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (29.6 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    29.6 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • No manual focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a manual focus mode, the average smartphone does. 91.2% of smartphones offer manual focus.
  • No manual ISO control
    This smartphone does not allow manual ISO control, the average smartphone does. 98.4% of smartphones include manual ISO settings.
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4.2 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.2 vs 5.2
  • 1 fewer SIM slot/s
    This smartphone has fewer SIM slots than the average smartphone (1 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 SIM slots.
    1 vs 2
  • 0.97 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.7 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.7 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 37.4% lower screen brightness
    This smartphone has a lower screen brightness than the average smartphone (413 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone has a brightness of 660 nits.
    413 nits vs 660 nits
  • 648 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (352 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    352 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 4 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (74 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    74 vs 99.5
  • 31% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3450 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,450 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 69.1% lower PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark
    This smartphone scores lower in PCMark Work 3.0 battery benchmark than the average smartphone (243 min vs 786 min). The average smartphone scores 786 min.
    243 min vs 786 min
  • 54.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (15 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    15 W vs 33 W
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 9 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2015 vs 2024). 9.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    November 2015
    2015 vs 2024
  • 1.8 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (77.8 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    77.8 mm vs 76 mm

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15/12/2015
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30/11/2015
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theguardian.com
29/10/2015
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gizmodo.com
24/10/2015
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pcmag.com
20/10/2015
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cnet.com
20/10/2015
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theverge.com
20/10/2015
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the-gadgeteer.com
07/12/2015
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4g.co.uk
2015
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dxomark.com
29/09/2015
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pastemagazine.com
04/12/2015
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techradar.com
15/11/2017
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itpro.com
29/06/2016
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reviewed.com
26/02/2016
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medium.com
11/02/2016
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todayonline.com
04/01/2016
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nextpit.fr
18/08/2016
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Google Nexus 6P Review: One of the best Android smartphones ever made
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infobidouille.com
09/02/2016
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darty.com
25/01/2016
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lesnumeriques.com
11/11/2015
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What we like about Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB)

  • High-quality 5.7-inch AMOLED display with vivid colors and 1440p resolution
  • Excellent camera performance, especially in low-light conditions, comparable to modern flagships of its time
  • Loud and clear front-facing stereo speakers
  • Premium aluminum build and sleek, elegant design
  • Fast and reliable rear-mounted fingerprint scanner
  • Smooth performance and quick software updates directly from Google
  • Fast charging capabilities via USB Type-C

What we don't like about Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB)

  • Severe long-term hardware defects including 'bootloop' and early battery shutdown issues
  • Large physical footprint makes one-handed use difficult for most users
  • Notable lack of wireless charging and microSD card expansion
  • Device can run hot or overheat under heavy usage due to the Snapdragon 810 processor
  • Reports of microphone issues leading to muffled voice quality during calls
  • Fragile exterior that can be prone to bending or spontaneous glass cracking on the rear visor
  • Inconvenient placement of power and volume buttons on the same side

Verdict

The Huawei Nexus 6P (3GB + 32GB) is a premium, aluminum-bodied smartphone featuring a sharp 5.7-inch Quad HD AMOLED display and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor. It runs on a Snapdragon 810 processor with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of non-expandable internal storage, delivering a pure Android experience. Its main pros include the excellent 12.3MP main camera, high-quality front-facing stereo speakers, and premium build quality. Primary cons are the limited 32GB storage capacity, average battery life, and lack of wireless charging or water resistance.

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