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The Google Pixel 5 is in our catalog but no UK retailer currently stocks it.

Spec scores £200-£399 Phones · 199 phones
Performance 1.7 /5
Display 2.8 /5
Rear Camera 1.5 /5
Front Camera 1.8 /5
Battery 2.1 /5

Budget-conscious buyers after a cheap, compact secondary or backup phone who don't need current software updates or fast performance.

Google Pixel 5

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About the Google Pixel 5

The Google Pixel 5 was Google's attempt at a leaner, more affordable flagship, trading the flashiest silicon for a chip that keeps the price sensible without giving up the core Pixel experience. It was the first Pixel built from recycled aluminium, giving it a matte, grippy finish that feels more premium than its mid-range price tag suggests. The dual camera setup skips a telephoto lens in favour of an ultrawide, which suits everyday shooting and group photos better than zoomed-in shots, and Google's computational photography still made stills and video punch above the hardware. Battery life was a genuine strength, with a larger cell than the Pixel 4 and easily lasting a full day of moderate use, plus wireless and reverse wireless charging for topping up earbuds. By 2026 the Pixel 5 is a well out of software support and its Snapdragon 765G chip feels dated for anything beyond light use, so it only makes sense as a very cheap secondary phone or for buyers who prioritise a compact size over raw performance and long-term updates.

Price History

Tracking the best prices since 27 Apr 2026.

Google Pixel 5 vs Google Pixel 4 — Key Differences

Feature Google Pixel 5 Google Pixel 4
Display 6.0-inch OLED, 1080x2340, 90Hz 5.7-inch P-OLED, 1080x2280, 90Hz
Battery 4,080 mAh 2,800 mAh
Weight 151 g 162 g
Dimensions 144.7 x 70.4 x 8.0 mm 147.1 x 68.8 x 8.2 mm
Chipset Snapdragon 765G 5G Snapdragon 855
Rear cameras 12.2MP main + 16MP ultrawide 12.2MP main + 16MP telephoto (2x zoom)
SIM-free price Not available From £137.00

Frequently asked questions

Is the Google Pixel 5 worth buying in 2026?
No, not as a primary phone. The Pixel 5 stopped receiving security updates in 2023, and its Snapdragon 765G chipset feels slow for modern apps. It can still work as a cheap backup device or for someone who only needs calls, texts, and basic apps.
Does the Google Pixel 5 support 5G?
Yes, the Pixel 5 supports Sub-6 5G networks through its Snapdragon 765G 5G chipset, though it lacks mmWave 5G support, which was rarely used in the UK anyway.
Does the Google Pixel 5 have wireless charging?
Yes, the Pixel 5 supports 12W Qi wireless charging and also has reverse wireless charging, letting it top up wireless earbuds or other Qi-compatible accessories from its own battery.
How long will the Google Pixel 5 receive software updates?
The Pixel 5 no longer receives updates. Google ended its update support in October 2023, three years after launch, and it never received Android 15 or later officially.
Is the Google Pixel 5 camera any good?
The dual 12.2MP main and 16MP ultrawide camera was praised at launch for strong computational photography, particularly Night Sight and portrait mode. It lacks a telephoto lens, so zoomed shots rely on digital crop and look noticeably softer.
How does the Google Pixel 5 compare to the Google Pixel 4?
The Pixel 5 dropped the higher-end Snapdragon 855 for the mid-range 765G to cut costs, but gained a bigger 4,080mAh battery (up from 2,800mAh), a larger 6-inch display, an ultrawide camera in place of the telephoto, and 5G support. Compare Google Pixel 4 deals.

Google Pixel 5 Specifications

Spec Scores

£200-£399 Phones · 199 phones

  • Snapdragon 765G 5G
  • Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver)
This phone
33%
Avg
42%
Best
93%
This phone
33%
Avg
49%
Best
100%

Based on calibrated CPU benchmark rankings (60%) and GFXBench GPU scores (40%). Apple chipsets included via editorial calibration since AnTuTu under-represents Apple's architecture.

  • 6.0 inches
  • 1080 x 2340 pixels
  • OLED, 90Hz
This phone
56%
Avg
61%
Best
96%
This phone
56%
Avg
61%
Best
98%

Based on panel type (LTPO is the modern flagship gold standard), resolution, refresh rate, peak brightness, screen size, and HDR10+ / Dolby Vision support. Marketing peak-brightness claims are capped at 3500 nits to prevent inflation.

  • Single camera setup
  • 12 MP main camera
  • 4K video recording
This phone
29%
Avg
38%
Best
70%
This phone
29%
Avg
41%
Best
98%

Based on main-sensor size (1-inch / 1/1.3" beats 1/2.0"), telephoto reach (periscope > 5x > 3x optical), image processing tier (Apple Pro, Pixel Pro, Galaxy Ultra, Honor Magic Pro, Xiaomi Ultra), pro video features (ProRes, Apple Log, Dolby Vision), camera-partnership branding (Leica, Hasselblad, Zeiss) and OIS. Older flagships are de-rated since image processing pipelines have advanced significantly each generation. Megapixel count is deliberately downweighted — it correlates poorly with real-world camera quality.

  • 8 MP front camera
  • 1080p selfie video
This phone
35%
Avg
60%
Best
92%
This phone
35%
Avg
55%
Best
92%

Based on selfie megapixels and max selfie-video resolution.

  • 4,080 mAh
  • 18W wired, PD2.0
This phone
41%
Avg
52%
Best
86%
This phone
41%
Avg
52%
Best
100%

Based on battery capacity (mAh) adjusted for platform efficiency calibrated against NotebookCheck, Tom's Guide, GSMArena and CNET reviewer tests. Apple A-series gets +45% (iOS process freezing + LTPO 1Hz + tuned panels make iPhone Pro Max outlast many 6500+ mAh Android phones in measured tests). Top Snapdragon / Dimensity flagships get +15%, budget chipsets are penalised −15% to −25% to reflect less efficient displays and looser background limits. Charging speed is excluded — see the separate Fast charging tag for that.

General

Dimensions

144.7 x 70.4 x 8

Weight

151 g

SIM

Nano-SIM + eSIM

Operating System

Android 11, up to Android 14

Colours

Just Black, Sorta Sage

Radio

No

Body

Just Black, Sorta Sage

Camera

Primary Camera Megapixels

16

Primary Camera Video

4K@30/60fs, 1080@30/60/120/240fs; gyro-EIS

Second Camera

12.2 , f/1.7, 27mm (wide), 1/2.55", 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 16 , f/2.2, 117˚ (ultrawide), 1.0µm

Selfie Camera Features

HDR

Primary Selfie Camera

8 , f/2.0, 24mm (wide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm

Video Resolution

2160

Selfie Video Resolution

1080@30fs

Display

Type

OLED, 90Hz, HDR10+

Display Size

6.0

Display Resolution

1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~432 ppi density)

Display Protection

Corning Gorilla Glass 6

CPU & Memory

Chipset

Snapdragon 765G 5G

GPU

Adreno 620

CPU

Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Kryo 475 Prime & 1x2.2 GHz Kryo 475 Gold & 6x1.8 GHz Kryo 475 Silver)

Memory Card Slot

No

Internal Storage

128GB 8GB RAM

Sound

Loudspeaker

Yes, with stereo speakers

3.5mm Jack

No

Connectivity & Data

2G

GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900

3G

HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100

4G

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71

5G

1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 28, 41, 66, 71, 77, 78, 258, 260, 261 Sub6/mmWave - GD1YQ

Network Speed

HSPA, LTE, 5G

Network Technology

GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct

Bluetooth

5.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD

USB

USB Type-C 3.1

NFC

Yes

GPS

GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS, BDS

Battery

Battery

4080

Charging

18W wired, PD2.0 12W wireless 5W reverse wired

Other

Sensors

Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer