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Motorola Nexus 6 phone review — specs and Genze score

Motorola Nexus 6 Specifications

Also known as Motorola Nexus X; Motorola Moto X Pro (China)

Motorola

Released 2014, Oct 15

3 GB RAM · Qualcomm APQ8084 Snapdragon 805 (28 nm)

  • 184g, 10.1mm thickness
  • Android 5.0, up to 7.1.1
  • 32GB/64GB storage, no card slot

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Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 5.7
Display 6.8
Performance 6.5
Camera 6.7
Body 5.6
Gaming 6.6
Software 4.4
Connectivity 5.8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
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Genze total: 6.2/10

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Quick specifications

5.96"

1440x2560 pixels

13MP

2160p

3GB RAM

Snapdragon 805

3220mAh

5W

Score breakdown

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6.2 /10
Performance 6.5/10
Battery 5.7/10
Display 6.8/10
Camera 6.7/10
Body 5.6/10
Gaming 6.6/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 5.8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
2.70 GHz BT 4.1 2014

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - all models
??? CDMA 800 / 1900 - XT1103
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1800 / 1900 / 2100 - XT1100
??? HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - XT1103
??? HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - Verizon
4G bands 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 28, 41 - XT1100
??? 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 12, 13, 17, 25, 26, 29, 41 - XT1103
??? 4, 13 - Verizon
Speed HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps or LTE (2CA) Cat6 300/50 Mbps
Announced 2014, October. Released 2014, November
Status Discontinued
Dimensions 159.3 x 83 x 10.1 mm (6.27 x 3.27 x 0.40 in)
Weight 184 g (6.49 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM
??? Water resistant
Type AMOLED
Size 5.96 inches, 97.9 cm2 (~74.1% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~493 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass 3
OS Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 7.1.1 (Nougat)
Chipset Qualcomm APQ8084 Snapdragon 805 (28 nm)
CPU Quad-core 2.7 GHz Krait 450
GPU Adreno 420
Card slot No
Internal 32GB 3GB RAM, 64GB 3GB RAM
??? eMMC 5.0
Single 13 MP, f/2.0, 28mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.4??m, AF, OIS
Features Dual-LED ring flash, panorama, HDR
Video 4K@30fps
Single 2 MP, f/2.2, 1/6", 1.4??m
Video
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack Yes
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 4.1, A2DP, LE
Positioning GPS, GLONASS
NFC Yes
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0 (SlimPort), OTG
Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Type Li-Po 3220 mAh, non-removable
Charging Wireless (Qi)
Stand-by Up to 330 h
Talk time Up to 24 h
Colors Midnight Blue, Cloud White
Models XT1103, XT1100
SAR 1.47 W/kg (head) 0.93 W/kg (body)
Price About 420 EUR
Performance Basemark OS II 2.0: 1267
Basemark X: 20901
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.543 (sunlight)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker Voice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 66dB
Audio quality Noise -95.6dB / Crosstalk -96.6dB
Battery (old) Endurance rating 70h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Motorola Nexus 6 worth buying in 2026?

Motorola Nexus 6 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 6.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Motorola Nexus 6 good for gaming?

Motorola Nexus 6 scores 66/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Motorola Nexus 6?

Motorola Nexus 6 has a 3,220 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Motorola Nexus 6 have?

Motorola Nexus 6 features a 5.96-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

How much RAM does Motorola Nexus 6 have?

Motorola Nexus 6 is available with 3 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Motorola Nexus 6?

Genze rates Motorola Nexus 6 6.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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