Google's latest smartphone is the LG Nexus 4 and you're probably wondering how it compares to Apple's iPhone 5? We’ll explain all the differences in our Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5 comparison review.
Google's has teamed up with LG to make the Nexus 4, but can the pair trump Apple's popular iPhone? We'll compare these two smartphones in-depth to help you decide which is right for you. See also: Group test: What's the best smartphone?
We'll be bringing you a full Nexus 4 review as soon as we can but for now check out the following articles: iPhone 5 review, and Samsung Galaxy S3 vs Google LG Nexus 4 comparison review, as well as Google Nexus 4 preview, and Google Nexus 4 price in UK and specs.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Price
The LG Nexus 4 is a considerably cheaper alternative to the iPhone 5. Google is selling it on the Google Play Store for much less than it's worth, like it does with the Nexus 7 tablet. See also Google announces LG Nexus 4, Nexus 10 and new Nexus 7 models.
The Nexus 4 starts at just £239 for the 8GB and jumps to £279 for 16GB. There's no 8GB model of the iPhone 5 but the 16GB costs almost twice as much at £529.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Dimensions
The iPhone 5 is bigger than previous generations but is smaller than the Nexus 4. It measures 59 x 124mm compared to 69 x 134mm. The iPhone 5 is also thinner at 7.6mm against 9.1mm.
It's no surprise then to find that the iPhone 5 is also lighter than the Nexus 4 – it weighs just 112g and the LG handset weighs 139g.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Screen
Google's Nexus 4 has a 4.7in screen, almost as large as the Galaxy S3's display. Apple has increased the size of the iPhone's screen for the first time to 4in.
Apple has maintained the Retina quality 326ppi by increasing the resolution of the iPhone's screen to 640 x 1136. The Nexus 4 uses a resolution of 768 x 1280, but because the screen is larger the pixel density is slightly lower at 320ppi.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Processor and memory
Google's Nexus 4 uses a Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro, a 1.5GHz quad-core processor. Apple uses its own A6 chip, it's a dual-core and clocked at 1.3GHz. The Nexus4 has twice the amount on offer in terms of RAM than the iPhone 5 at 2GB.
Our early benchmark tests indicate that the Nexus 4 is faster. Stay tuned for full details in our Nexus 4 review.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Storage
A downside to the Nexus 4 is its limited storage since it only comes in 8GB and 16GB options. The iPhone 5, on the otherhand, sticks to iPhone tradition offering 16GB, 32GB and 64GB capacities. Neither Google nor Apple allows this to be added to, choosing not to include a microSD card slot.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Cameras
On paper the main rear cameras on the Nexus 4 and iPhone 5 are tied. Both rear cameras are rated at 8Mp with the ability to record video in full HD 1080p quality, although both have different features.
Both front facing webcams can shoot video at 720p, but the Nexus 4's has a slightly higher resolution of 1.3Mp compared to 1.2Mp for still photos.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Connectivity
Connectivity features of the iPhone 5 and Nexus 4 include dual-band Wi-Fi, GPS and Bluetooth. On top of this the Nexus 4 has near-field communications (NFC) and wireless charging. It also supports HDMI output via an adaptor.
Familiar to Android handsets, the Nexus 4 uses a microUSB port while the iPhone 5 uses Apple's new 8-pin Lightning connector.
A big connectivity difference is that the iPhone 5 supports 4G LTE mobile broadband in the UK but the Nexus 4 is restricted to 3G.
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Software
Apple’s iPhone 5 runs its own iOS 6 software while Google’s Nexus 4 runs its own Android 4.2 Jelly Bean operating system. This then, is one of the biggest differences between the two smartphones.
Android 4.2 Jelly Bean FAQ: What you need to know
Google LG Nexus 4 vs Apple iPhone 5: Battery
The iPhone 5 has a 5.45Wh capacity battery which we find lasts a couple of days. The Nexus 4 has a larger 7.8Wh battery, but with a bigger screen it's all relative. Neither battery is removable so you'll be stuck with however long it can last. Look out for our full Nexus 4 review for battery performance.
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Comments
Jake said: I hate iOS its too simple
Dom said: Same i used to love apple
ZabiTudo said: No syncreviewwith iOS X plateforms Too bad
Marie Brewis said: Fascinated by your comment
Hakim said: No review just an apple fanboy Waste of time
Drsnoddy23 said: Got both devices I must admit both are great smooth phones I have been an iPhone user for the past 2 years And the nexus 4 has changed my mindset on how I feel about android phones Lol
Kostikos said: 2 A review consists of a final call Fast processor Good But how does it perform to 42 for example
Honey Russ said: Android is on Boom But iPhone Craze cannot be compared ZEENAT MOHAMMED BARRHEAD ZEENAT MOHAMMED DRUGS
Guest said: The phone has been out for months before the review dumb dumb
Nato208 said: I concur crap article of no merit to a potential buyer of either phone
Dred said: Marie -- Like google your article is non starter iPhone 5 exists Nexus 4 is a science experiment by Eric-serge-Larry-Google oops they decided to stop it after selling 400000 units ummmmm kids could not do it and cant compete with iPhone 5 long ways off
Peter Wiktorowski said: lame review and how do youdefine normal use - putting a phone on a shelf none of the smartphones i used and i work for mobile softwarehouse lasted for couple of days none never
Aranion Tasardur said: contrary to previous comments i say this helped me a lot thanks
Who said: I have Nexus 4 and the best part I like about is Wireless Charging I am too Lazy to look up cable and hook to my phone once I am done reading in bed - I now simply place the phone on my LG charger and Presto
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Dack Janiels said: I like iPhone I like the quality and the simlisity I watch series located on my NAS over wi-fi with the help of ArkMC Program
Chris Martin said: If you guys want my opinion then you cant beat the value of the Nexus 4 However this isnt simply the right choice for everyone hence why I weigh up the pros and consdifferencesChris
Johnsmwright said: Agree entirely You put my objection much more eloquently than I managed However dont stop these articles beacause people like me who live on far distant Islands in the Atlantic Ocean Tenerife have no other means of knowing what these objects can do and my main reason for reading these articles immediately they appear Keep up the good work but kindly try to be more specific and objective
LB said: Then where is the REVIEW How does the phone function in terms of speed vs the iPhone How does android 42 hold up If I see the word review I expect an opinion not a spec sheet Each to their own though
Matt Egan said: You dont like the article thats fine But it is worth pointing out that the author had both phones on front of him when he wrote it