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Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Nexus 5 Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
Apple
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 40 critic reviews
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Nexus 5
LG
Nexus 5
8.6 / 10
Compass Score
From 58 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

iPhone 11 Pro

Nexus 5

+
Good
+ Excellent screen quality
+ LTE support
+ Fast processor
+ Ships with Android 4.4
−
Not
− Mediocre camera
− Poor battery life
Spec data

How they compare

iPhone 11 Pro
Nexus 5
Price (MSRP)
$999
Price (MSRP)
$349
OS
iOS
OS
Android
Processor
Apple A13 Bionic Hexa-core
Processor
Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974 Quad core
Camera zoom
β€”
Camera zoom
β€”
Battery life
β€”
Battery life
β€”
Wired charging
β€”
Wired charging
β€”
Wireless charging
β€”
Wireless charging
β€”
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
β€”
Software support
β€”
Repairability
β€”
Repairability
β€”
Weight
188g (6.6 oz)
Weight
130g (4.6 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
No
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
iPhone 11 Pro
5.7" × 2.8"
Nexus 5
0.5" × 0.3"
Thickness · to scale
iPhone 11 Pro
0.3"
Nexus 5
0"
Height
5.7" (144 mm)
Height
0.5" (13.8 mm)
Width
2.8" (71.4 mm)
Width
0.3" (6.9 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.1 mm)
Depth
0" (0.9 mm)
Weight
188g (6.6 oz)
Weight
130g (4.6 oz)
Screen
5.8"
Screen
4.95"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

iPhone 11 Pro vs Nexus 5: FAQ

Which is better, the iPhone 11 Pro or Nexus 5?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 11 Pro earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.6 for the Nexus 5. That 0.4-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Which phone is more affordable, the iPhone 11 Pro or Nexus 5?
The Nexus 5 launches at $349, which is $650 less than the iPhone 11 Pro at $999. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →