The much rumoured Nexus 4 is official and will reach the first batch of countries starting November 13 for just $299 for the 8GB version. Packing some impressive specs, Nexus 4 seems to be ready to crush the competition and with its pricing, we don’t see any road block.
Today, we are comparing the brand-new Nexus 4 with other prominent smartphones in the market including Apple’s iPhone 5 and Nokia Lumia 920. We will take a look at the specs, software, ecosystem and pricing in this comparison.
You guys can also drop your thoughts on each of these devices in the comments. If you were looking for a smartphone right now, which will you choose?
| Phone | LG Nexus 4 | Samsung Galaxy S III | HTC One X+ | Apple iPhone 5 | Nokia Lumia 920 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 4.7-inch True HD IPS Plus display with 1280x768p resolution | 4.8-inch Super AMOLED HD display with 1280x720p resolution | 4.7-inch Super LCD 2 display with 1280x720p resolution | 4-inch Retina display with 1136x640p resolution and Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating on front | 4.5-inch Puremotion HD+ IPS display with 1280x768p resolution |
| Design | Tight construction combined with the soft-touch plastic on the sides and chrome edging. Gorilla Glass 2 on both front and back. | Featuring a glossy design, S III is slim and comes with an all plastic body. | Featuring a curved profile, the phone is made up of polycarbonate material. Front is covered with Gorilla Glass 2. | A beautiful anodized aluminum body design with glass front. | Features a one-piece polycarbonate body with Gorilla Glass front. |
| Weight | 139 grams | 133 grams | 135 grams | 112 grams | 185 grams |
| Dimensions | 133.9 x 68.7 x 9.1mm | 136.6 x 70.6 x 8.6 mm | 134.36 x 69.9 x 8.9mm | 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6mm | 130.3 x 70.8 x 10.7mm |
| Ports | 3.5mm audio, microUSB port with MHL | 3.5mm audio, microUSB port with MHL, HDMI out and USB OTG | 3.5mm audio, microUSB port with MHL, HDMI out | 3.5mm audio and Lightning connector | 3.5mm audio, microUSB port |
| Processor | 1.5GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Pro processor | 1.4GHz quad-core Exynos procoessor/ dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor (some markets) | 1.7GHz NVIDIA Tegra 3 quad-core processor | 1.2 GHz dual-core A6 processor | 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor |
| RAM | 2GB | 1GB/ 2GB (some markets) | 1GB | 1GB | 1GB |
| Internal storage | 8/ 16GB | 16GB/ 32GB/ 64GB | 32GB/ 64GB | 16/ 32/ 64 GB | 32GB |
| Cameras | 8MP rear camera/ 1.3MP front camera | 8MP rear camera with BSI, F2.6/ 1.9MP front camera | 8MP rear camera with BSI, F2.0/ 1.6MP front camera | 8MP rear camera/ 1.2MP front camera | 8.7MP rear camera with Pureview technology & F2.0/ Front camera |
| Connectivity | NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, HSPA+ 42 | NFC, Wi-Fi, LTE, Bluetooth | NFC, Wi-Fi, LTE, Bluetooth | W-Fi, Bluetooth, LTE | NFC, Wi-Fi, LTE, Bluetooth |
| Current software version | Android 4.2 | Android 4.0.4 (Android 4.1 in some markets) | Android 4.1 | iOS 6 | Windows Phone 8 |
| Special features | Wireless charging, Google Drive, Photo Sphere, Google Now, Miracast support, SlimPort support | S-Voice, Pop Up Video, Direct Call, Smart Alert, S-Beam, Social Share, All cast, Buddy Photo Share, Dropbox, optional Google Drive, Google Now | HTC Get Started,Tap and Go, Video Hub, Beats Audio, Dropbox, Google Now, optional Google Drive | Airplay, Siri, Facetime, Passbook, iCloud and Apple Maps | Wireless charging, Nokia City Lens, Built-in Skydrive, Kid's Corner, Rooms |
| Battery | 2100 mAh | 2100 mAh | 2100 mAh | 1440 mAh | 2000 mAh |
| Number of Apps available | Around 700,000 in Google Play | Around 700,000 in Google Play, Access to Samsung Apps | Around 700,000 in Google Play | Over 700,000 in App Store | Around 120,000 apps in Windows Phone Store |
| Price ( Current unlocked 16GB unit (32GB in case of One X+) | £279 | £420 | £474 | £529 | Unknown |
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welcome back Gaurav, it’s nice 2 c u back at the blog. now that u r back, blog is really coming back to life
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i was planning to buy an s3.. not anymore! nexus ftw
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lg will probably price it around 17-18k for 8GB version. @gaurav-shukla. why dont u reply to commets…
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@Tushar
It is not possible for me to reply to each and every comment. I have already answered a question similar to urs in the comments.
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@hemant- for gods sake, its nexus ! first to get android update in this world.. its google’s brand, not lg’s stuff
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Arnav, u r mistaken, even though its google branded nexus, there will still b problems. even samsung’s nexus s dont get updates regularly in india. nexus brand is even worse. first of all its w/o sd card, updates are also not timely in india. i m 100% sure it wont work in india. even samsung’s nexus s was not a great success here in india, neither will be lg’s nexus.
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I wud also like to add a new tagline to LG.
“if you want android updates for your phone, then why buy LG”
Hindi mein ek aur tagline
“agar aapko regular updates nahin chahiye apne android phone ke liye, toh samsung kyon lein, LG na le lein”
lol
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Guys plz dont buy LG, as it has a serious problem of jeopardising its own brand. they shun their own flagship handsets. i have LG P990 ( OPTIMUS 2X) AND LG P880(OPTIMUS 4X HD) 2X is still running on gingerbread and 4X is on ICS, and they have just released a statement saying 4X wont be getting JB update. 2x and 4x being flagship handsets of LG, its a shame.
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@ everyone- pls check this 3 mins video just recently uploaded of nexus 4
no fake.. full body design n all is explained.. m IMPRESSED !!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnyAMAANKxA
@gaurav shukla- mate, if can get this video as a new thread in your blog, it will help everyone.
CHEERS !
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@abhishek- yes dude i completely agree with u.
i cant see them jeopardising their own optimus series for the nexus sales..
i think this phone is gonna hit 30k+ in india 16 gb
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lets hope for the best guys..
i know we all want this piece of beauty in our hands asap
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@abhishek- exactly my point..
no chance in india they will launch it so cheap.. if they do, its a miracle.. it has never happened and will never happen
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I am sorry Gaurav I beg to differ, the Nexus 4 (8 GB) will probably be launched for 25k and I think this has been the trend with Google phones in India. Nexus S was launched at 29-30k. Also LG’s non nexus phones like 4XHD and all have been priced way too high! I really doubt it will be launched for 21k or so, unless you have inside information( which i clearly don’t have access to
). But a good comparison overall must say !
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@Abhishek
Nexus S or even Galaxy Nexus, when launched in US were priced at $530 or more, Nexus 4 is priced at just $299.
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Well the ones priced at 299$ are for unlocked versions. In fact in the US, the locked version or the carrier versions are expensive and cost anywhere between 399-499$ for the Nexus. However it is a completely different story in India, plus if they at all release such a phone in India, they’re only jeopardizing sales of other androids, specially own LGs. Although only time can tell. Just an opinion anyway and good to have you back on androidos!
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Why buy any other Android phone when one gets the best hardware at unbeatable prices from Google? And to top that, one is assured of getting all the latest updates to Android instead of waiting and praying for updates with Samsung, Sony and the likes….
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I heard LG is going to launch nexus 4 (8GB version) around 15k in india. is it true? pls reply
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@gaurav- thanks mate.. its everybodys dream to own this device in ur hand..
black color looks sexy with nexus logo on..
wonder how white color will look.. ummmmm…
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I used iphone 4s,SIII .
Time to experience something New….
Lumia 920. Just need to get the data transfer over the air with other devices.
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Wish LG will keep the same Specs and Material/components used in India too, then i’m in. Its time to replace my Nexus S
I’m against SAMSUNG in India as they do change the specs/component vendors to do the cost cutting. Hope LG won’t follow the same for NEXUS.
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@gaurav- india main bhi nexus is gonna cost 21-22 ?
pakka ?
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Most probably, and LG has been pretty aggressive with pricing in the recent launches.
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Looks like AndroidOs is getting back to its glory days!..cheers Gaurauv
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Thanks Deepak.. I know last few months haven’t been great for the blog in my absence, but now I am back.
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I think u missed to mention the Front cam for Nexus 4
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OOPS.. yes.. fixed now..
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K.. Can u please let me know,How can we buy the Nexus 4 in india, I am Asking this because there is no Acess in play store to get this mobile right ?
And can u let me know the price of Nexus 4 in india?
Thanks in Advance
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You can not buy it until November 13 anyway and LG India has stated it is planning to launch the phone by November-end in the country. It is best if you can wait till then, or else you can ask someone who has access to one of initial launch countries to get you one.
There is no official pricing out right now, but expect it to be priced around INR 20-21K…
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Thanks for the Quick Reply
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I will tell u the truth, it is going to get priced well above 30,000 comfortably.
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no front facing camera in Nexus 4? strange…
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It is there.. missed it accidentally … have included now…
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lg nexus 4 is definately the phone jus for the features in that cost…
i was about to buy galaxy nexus when i heard about this pricing…
but what would it cost in india though…?? i m craving for a stock android phone….!!!