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[Moto X General] theraffman:
Honestly, you can't go wrong with either device... Especially coming from a sgs2. They each have their merits and it really depends on what experience you are after. This is my breakdown of the two devices.

Moto X

Consistency, in software, hardware and battery life. Assuming my usage status relatively the same, I can count on the battery performing likewise. I've seen n5 stats that are, literally, all over the place.

The software is solid work virtually zero issues. Very little addons from both moto and att... Everything that moto has added has real life usage which is logical and practical ( maybe not mottocare as much, but it is convenient when you need to contact moto).

Comfort! This phone is so damn comfortable... I can't stress this enough, and the fact that this opinion is so widely shared just bolsters that fact.

Radios are amazing. I get 1-2 more bars than any other phone in any given place... I've checked it against iPhones, sgs3/4, HTC one and the nexus 5. Download speeds are also much better, with 4 bars I get 40+ Mbps down vs my sgs3 that gets 27.

It's very sturdy, the drop tests I've seen place it better than just about any other phone, including the iPhone 5s. Nexus didn't fare too well in the few I've seen... But there are so many factors that determine whether a screen will break, but odds show that the moto x is pretty robust.

Software features, active notifications and always listening are amazing... Enough said.

Speaker is surprisingly amazing, coming from sgs devices, I always hated how quiet and hollow the speakers were... Not on the moto x! The sound on this phone is phenol phenomenal.

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Nexus 5 ( my usage is admittedly limited)

Great hardware, pure Google experience.

Price! 349 off contact... That's a freaking deal in any book.

Larger 1080p screen, better PPI and colors that are more true than the moto x. I personally prefer a little saturation in my screen... What can I say, I like stuff on my screens to pop and I look at mundane colors all day anyways.

A developers phone, quickest release of latest software, three nexus line being the spring board for the latest firmware versions will always ensure that software comparability and availability will be second to none.

Battery seems to have a lot of potential, but I'm not convinced that it's reliable... But once development really picks up and kernels start flooding in, this won't be an issue and the n5 will have battery performance , that is not to be trifled with.

It games like a freaking beast! If you are a gamer, then this phone is for you, compounded by the slightly larger screen this phone is a gaming phone hands down.

I wish I had more to say about the n5 and I bet there are other great pros to this device, but like I said, my experience with it is limited.

Moto X rocking 4.4
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
[MENTION=4184845]theraffman[/MENTION] you forgot to mention the performance of the nexus 5, it flies through EVERYTHING and it's the smoothest android device ever.
[Moto X General] icon123:
Although I don't disagree with the n5 being fast, I have not used one (or will since I am on verizon), but have you actually tried the moto x? I have used a lot of phones and the moto x was the quickest, most responsive Android phone I have ever used. It truly is remarkable.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
I believe you. But since we're on the pocket now thread, check this out

http://m.pocketnow.com/2013/11/13/i-returned-my-nexus-5

Although he returned his N5 because he didn't like the display colors (which are "fixed" by Franco kernel) he (Brandon Miniman) said about the nexus 5 performance " perhaps the best of any phone I have ever used..."

I never tried the Moto X and I'm sure it's fast and fluid like reviewers said but I doubt it best the nexus 5in terms of performance. I mean this nexus 5 put my G2 to shame real bad.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
Screw these 2 phones, I'm getting my PS4 tomorrow!
[Moto X General] theraffman:
Sweet! Let me know how the call quality is? Also if it has any bad idle drain? Also if it ships with 4.4 or 4.3 :p;):cool:

Moto X rocking 4.4
[Moto X General] Julianocas:
Watch the review, he explains and shows this matter. Its fluid as butter on both devices, can't tell any difference.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
I'll be too busy playing some CoD ghosts!
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
I'm contemplating selling my N5 to buy a second Moto X, with a different color scheme. Is that crazy?
[Moto X General] caanda45:
No not at all, it is not that great of a phone (the N5)....I had mine 4 days and traded it for a laptop...(bought the Moto X the day before) best phone I have ever had because of active notifications and touch less controls...they are outstanding!!!!!.......IMHO!
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
Yeah, but TWO moto Xs? Hard to justify. I just really want a black/white/blue one. And really have no use for this N5. I have no desire to ever use it.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
That's crazy man. Unless you sell your first and then get the second. By the way I sold the nexus 5, you guys sold me on trying this moto x. Love the nexus 5 but gotta try the x.
[Moto X General] chaoslimits:
I can see the allure. 2 days in and I wouldn't even go back to AOSP.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
I'm so happy!!!
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
Yeah I know, I just really like spending my money on stuff I don't need. No wife or kids, gotta enjoy it while it lasts ya know? I just got out of the Apple store, pretty sure I am now gonna sell my N5 and my iPad Mini and grab a new retina Mini instead. That's at least semi- justifiable.

Did you get your X yet? What do you think?
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
Hey man im just like you, no wifey nor kids so i spend a lot on tech. Got my PS4, this thing looks futuristic as hell but so many updates to do lol. I bought the X today and its arriving tomorrow. Just shipped the Nexus 5 30 min ago. Im very excited although i wish i had a moto maker one but instead i just got the white one. Oh well.

Ipad mini with retina display makes a lot of sense instead of getting a second moto x. The mini is pretty sick.
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
The PS4 looks ridiculous. I have a PS3 but barely ever use it. Turned it on for the first time in over a year the other day to play some Shadow of the Colossus. Such an amazing game.

I just got off the phone with the guy who has been buying all my old cell phones, he's gonna try and get me a combined $900 for my N5 and my old iPad. That'll afford me the 64gb LTE Mini with some good change left over, which would be amazing.

You're gonna love the Moto X. The N5 really can't hold a candle to it.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
I cant wait man, tomorrow it is!

Thats a GREAT deal man 900 for both the nexus and ipad? Hopefully he will buy them. Theres nothing better than an android phone with ipad combo.
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
Agreed. I gave the Nexus 7 a shot but ended up returning it after a week. There are just too many great games for the iPad to give it up. The Mini is the perfect size for gaming and save for iOS7, the new Mini is badass. Definitely picking one up.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
Ill cop the mini for christmas. If you had to name your favorite thing about the moto x what would it be?
[Moto X General] zed011:
In what scenarios does Moto X slow down compared to N5 ? I have the N5 right now and I'd be amazed if the Moto X is really just as fast at multitasking and launching apps. I do not play any games on my phones
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
That's a very hard question. I really love everything about it so I can't just pick one. Active Notifications have forever changed the way I use my phone, the screen is gorgeous (720p is plenty for a screen this size), and the phone just feels like it was designed to be the most perfect smartphone possible. I am very critical of my smart phones since I go through them like they are toilet paper, and I have zero complaints about the X. First phone that I've ever been able to say that about. I had very high expectations for it and it blew them all out of the water. I can't even force myself to use the Nexus 5 as long as I still have the X.

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The N5 is just slightly faster at opening apps than the Moto X. It's barely noticeable. IMO that's the only thing the N5 excels at over the X but this day and age that can only go so far. The X is more than fast enough, and is just perfect in every regard.
[Moto X General] zed011:
And the Moto X is on 4.4 as well when you speak of this minor speed difference?
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
Mine is still on 4.2. Did a side by side with the N5 and it was just a tiny bit quicker opening apps. We're talking milliseconds. Nothing worth ditching the X over.
[Moto X General] trueCrusader:
I bought a Nexus 5 ( listens for chorus of boos) only because Moto X wasn't meant to come to Australia, plus I was aware of its release on the day & wanted to try the playstore thing just one time

(Which was a cool & simple process)

Thoroughly impressed with it too ( chorus of boos) only gripe with it it's it's brittleness (Drop test was a joke! (Chorus of laughs!), luckily my Spigen hard case arrived that arvo but on top of that I ordered 2 jelly cases to soak in hot water & stretch over the hard case to put my mind @ ease) having owned 2 defys & A Razr M I hate having to cradle this thing like an iPhone, though it's pretty easy to hold

Anyway just read news that X maybe on its way down under after all, & if so (fingers crossed coz lately moto have dropped the ball down here) It'll be my first phone while this one will remain 2nd (sneak peak @ future updates) phone, it was a nice experience but I miss my moto toughness
[Moto X General] mssam:
I think it's funny that this was posted I'm the nexus 5 section and they didn't take to kindly to it. As a nexus 5 owner, I'm not offended or irritated in the least bit. I remember last weekend when a friend of mine showed me his moto x. The first impression that came to my mind was that it's a really nice looking phone. He then showed me a couple of the features and I was actually quite impressed. I don't think the moto x is a good fit for me, but the Moto G that is slated to be released in January 2014 with 4.4 might be. Any comments on the moto g in relation to the moto x?
[Moto X General] chaoslimits:
The Moto G doesn't have the active display, screen off always listening and motion/pocket sensing and other X8 system enabled features. It's those features that make the Moto X, the best Android phone I've ever used. There's no real comparison between the G & X.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
This guy is criticizing the Moto x hard

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BW1_3ZZ3BA
[Moto X General] bricky23:
I had a moto x for a few days. Thought it was the smoothest phone that I had ever used. The Nexus 5 was launched 2 days later, so I sold the moto to buy the Nexus 5. The Nexus is a great phone. Maybe slightly faster at loading apps, but not smoother. Battery was bad for me. So I flashed a rom on it that had a setting where it would put it in 2g mode when not in use, then back in 3g when screen is on. The next day I had 65% battery at the end of the day. Don't know how much was due to 2g/3g switch. And how much was do to Franco kernel, but it was much better. Some of the apps don't play well with kitkat yet, and some don't play at all. Some people think the display looks washed out, but I thought that it was amazing. Very fast and smooth. However, since I was within my 15 days. I have returned the Nexus, and have another Moto X on the way. They are both great phones! You can't go wrong with either of them. Just comes down to personal preference.

Edit : couldn't do it.....had to keep the Nexus 5. I will keep both for now, and see which one I get rid of. I can always sell it later.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
Nice. Franco Kernel definitely improved the battery on the nexus 5. The thing is the stock kernel on the nexus 5 uses the max frequency of the CPU a lot ( like 3-4 hours at 2.3 GHZ) wheras Franco's kernel uses more the 300Mhz to 1196MHZ. I just received my Moto X, coming from a nexus 5. Time to unbox that bad boy and see whats it all about!

Edit: I had forgotten that this takes a nano sim card. Luckily for me my sim card is already nano size cause i used the 5s before and i have been using sim adapters for micro sim phones.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
First impressions:

Phone feels very nice in hand. I like the curved back, the size is really manageable and the phone is compact. I usually prefer bigger screens but this is fine. The phone is heavier than I thought, I do wish it was a little lighter but not a big deal.

The display is nice and sharp but a little bit over saturated for my taste. I guess coming from the nexus 5 display which Some folks call it washed out it is to be expected. I prefer the nexus display but this is good too.

The phone is impressively fast and responsive considering the hardware. I have yet to notice any lag, everything is smooth. The nexus is faster and smoother but this is plenty fast .

The speaker is OUTSTANDING! Nice and loud and it sounds very good even at the max level. I can't believe that the amazing sound is coming from that tiny speaker (dont judge a book by its cover)The nexus speaker is its biggest let down, it isn't loud at all.

Touchless control is great, better than on the nexus since you can access it even when the screen is off. Works great and it's very accurate.

I like the motion thing to launch the camera, I think it's very intuitive. The camera UI is better than the nexus UI and the phone doesn't take ten years to take a picture like the nexus does. Too eArly for me to speak on picture quality. The nexus is pretty good in good lighting.

Battery life seems to be much better than the nexus. I've only been using the phone for a couple of hours but I can see how the battery is decreasing slowly compared to the nexus 5. Very nice.

Active notifications is top 3 best feature ever on a phone. I LOVE THIS THING!!! It work so well and it is so useful, now I understand why ppl love it so much. This is a KILLER feature. I can't emphasize it enough, I absolutely love it.

Overall my first impressions are very positive about this device. I can't wait for kitkat on it ( honestly I much prefer kit Kat white theme over the holo blue but it's a personal opinion). Unfortunately my moto x can't be rooted cause it's running the latest firmware but so far I love the stock experience. Very nice device I must say.

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Androidcentral take on the Moto X vs Nexus 5
[Moto X General] icon123:
The latest firmware is rootable unless something changed that I'm not aware of.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
Is it? I don't think it is I searched for a rooting method but nothing. I have the AT&T version.
[Moto X General] theraffman:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2509590

Here you go. Enjoy!

Moto X rocking 4.4
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
The moto X is a phone that deserves a lot of recognition. It really is a nice device but I think that I prefer the nexus 5. My biggest and only gripe about the moto x is the display, I really don't like it. I'm trying to but coming from the nexus 5 it really is too over saturated for me.
[Moto X General] SupaSwag:
Well in the show off list you have in your sig you appear to have prior experience with amoled panels from Samsung devices...so I would have assumed you would be accustomed to these saturated colors :confused:. You also have been exposed to a bunch of LCD screens yet you still purchased galaxy devices knowing quite well they're over saturated. As someone who switches devices often like yourself, I've gotten used to switching between amoled and LCD. Both are really nice and I don't mind replacing my G2 with an X.

Sent from my LG G2
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
I kinda was expecting someone to point that out. But the thing is this, I haven't used a 720 p amoled since the S3 and note 2. The amoled in the S4 and note 3 is totally different from this one, it looks less saturated. Also I have been using 1080 p screens for my past 8- 10 devices and some of them were LCD so I got used to that vs this version of amoled. This display reminds me of the galaxy nexus display but a little brighter. In my opinion the nexus 5 display is a 100 times better.
[Moto X General] androidpixar:
I loved this video. I don't get the lack of respect for other's views these days. I use a Nexus 5 but I totally respect the instances where the Moto X kicks Nexus' hiney. Part of me really wishes that there was a child between the two of them. Def my two fav android phones this year.
[Moto X General] AndreaCristiano:
I too now have the Nexus 5 and I dont understand why people get so twisted there are still some things that the moto X dominates on doesnt make the N5 any less a phone
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
The nexus is better in my opinion.
[Moto X General] pmr5019:
If you don't mind me asking a few questions... **EDIT: I didn't notice your signature earlier, you have the GSM dev edition so nevermind me asking what service you have** I've been seaching through the moto x threads and haven't exactly found what I'm loooking for. I'm looking to just unlock my bootloader and have root with a stock OTA. IEven though your GSM, is that possible with VZW? I ordered my Moto x over the weekend and it will be here on Wed. I want to be ready to unlock the bootloader and root it from the get go so I don't have to get it all set up how I like and then want to root it and lose all my progress.

Nevermind my stupidity but if you still know where to find a how-to thread to unlock the boot on my VZW Moto X and root a stock OTA build it would help me out.

Thanks!
[Moto X General] anirudh412:
Just came across your listing for the Moto X on swappa. How come no one ships international?

I have been using the N5 myself for a couple of days now and really like it. Would you happen to have side-by-side photos of the two phones? Also, how did you find the Moto X speed and general operation compared to the N5? Assuming they switched the screen on the Moto X with an LCD panel, which of the two would you choose?

Sorry for so many questions, but I ask because I am considering getting one. Appreciate all the help.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
It is locked to at&t that's why and shipping international can be risky sometimes.

You asked great questions. I don't have the nexus 5 anymore but I'm selling the moto x and buying another nexus. It's really a matter of preference because both phones are solid.

The speed of the moto X is right up there with the best android phones (Note 3, Nexus 5, HTC One). I don't know what Motorola did but they did a heck of a job optimizing this device.

I do think that the nexus is smoother and faster but it's barely noticeable in everyday usage (you'll have to put them side by side to notice the difference in speed ).

Personally I much prefer the display on the nexus. If the X had an LCD panel I think I'll still go for the nexus. Again it's my personal opinion but it'll be because of the bigger display, kitkat and the S800 plus development. The moto X destroys the nexus in terms of speaker, battery life, one hand usability and feAtures (it's an amazing phone really) but I cannot stare at this display anymore after having used the N5.

I'm not impressed by many phones. I like many phones but some really impress me. This year the HTC One, the note 3 and the nexus 5 are the phones that really impressed me. The rest was good but not impressive.
[Moto X General] daniel2744:
Just got Moto X

I also purchased the Moto X Dev Edition last week. I got it last friday and after a couple of days here are my thoughts on it.

I came from a Nexus 5 and I have a converted GPe HTC One and the Moto X is right up there with them. I thought the N5 was a good phone. I like some things but for me battery life was not good. I know I know everyone is different but it didn't do the job for me. The moment I look the Moto X out of the box...I was amazed on how nice it felt in the hand. A big plus for me. 720p on this screen is good for me and i come from using my one that has 1080p on a identical screen size. the software on the moto x runs so smooth for me. I thinking that i might not even root or flash anything. its just that good on its own. battery life for me is really good. the only thing tho is that if i use my bluetooth headphones the battery gets used alot so 4.4 will bring bluetooth le if i'm correct which should help out along with trim support. Data speeds on my moto x are great for me over T-Mobile LTE the best i have gotten comparing my n5(which i let my brother use now) and my htc one.

i was very impressed with the speaker on this moto x. i didn't expect it to be so good coming from those boomsound speakers on my One. they are so good that I don't miss the ones speakers at all( those are still the best ones so far imo)

I now understand what all the type over active notifications and touchless control are. they have changed how i use my moto x. i really need active notifications going forward lol. touchless control can be good for some instances. the camera for me is good enough. i'm not much of a photo taker and i know if i want a good picture, i can use my point and shoot nikon camera for that Nexus 5 camera as good. HTC One camera is pretty good. I like the photo aspect which allows me to get more in the picture. I need to take some more pics with the Moto X(the waist action to open it is actually good imo) i do it just for fun when i'm bored.

i got a Seidio surface kickstand case for my moto x. i get this case for every phone that I get. HTC Evo 4G forever changed the way I watch videos on my phone and i need a kickstand now.

overall, i'm quite happy that i got the moto x. the 100 dollar price drop was a key factor for me. it still may be quite high but its better now than paying 650 but they got me free 2 day shipping so that was good.

only negative thing so far was having to get a nano sim card. tmobile charged me 20 bucks for me lol. oh well. i got a nano sim adapter now so i can go between the x and my one without any worries.

sorry if the post got too long but glad I got the moto x. the specs might not be the newest but they in combo with motorola software enchancements have made a really winner here.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
If only the display was better....this thing has fantastic battery life.
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
So yeah, my Nexus 5 is going back. I haven't touched it in days so it's hard to justify hanging on to it. It's a car payment, and I like my Challenger a whole lot more than the N5.

Sent from my Moto X
[Moto X General] Jamolah:
To the people complaining about screen on the motox, 1st you guys must have bionic eyes. 2nd the reason the battery life on this thing is so good, it's because it is a 720p. that's how I am able to get 5 hours of on screen time.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
I have ultra bionic eyes and you can tell the difference between the Nexus 5 and Moto x. Just apply the same wallpaper and watch the details and color reproduction difference.
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
That's my main complaint about the N5- the dark wallpapers I like to use look like absolute garbage on its screen. If it had better black levels I'd probably keep it but I really can't stand to look at it. To each his own.

Sent from my Moto X
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
To each his own. Wanna trade you N5 for a second moto x :)
[Moto X General] _MetalHead_:
If it's a 32gb AT&T one with black front, white back, and blue buttons I'll do it in a heartbeat :D

Sent from my Moto X
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
Damn! It isn't, it's white on white at&t 16 gig but I can add some cash. Pm me if interested!

Edit: Sold my moto X. Very nice device worthy of all the good things people said.
[Moto X General] barondebxl:
This is why i think the Nexus 5 is the best android device right now.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YnMopQorjmo

Ive said it before and i'll say it again, its performance is unmatched by any other android device. Its so fast and smooth.