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Overall Rating
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Pros
- +Smooth 90Hz OLED display with a compact 6.0-inch punch-hole design, Wireless charging and reverse wireless charging both included, IP68 water and dust resistance, Excellent battery life thanks to the efficient mid-range chipset, Aluminum unibody with a distinctive bio-resin coating
Cons
- −Deliberately mid-range Snapdragon 765G chipset trails true flagship performance, No telephoto zoom lens, Premium pricing for a mid-range chipset, No 3.5mm headphone jack
Expert Review
Regional coverage found the Google Pixel 5 a deliberate step back from flagship chipsets, prioritizing battery life, wireless charging, and water resistance over raw performance, a trade-off that drew mixed reactions at its premium price.
VERDICT
A phone that prioritized the fundamentals of battery life and durability over raw performance, a controversial but ultimately practical choice for daily use.
