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How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel 5
How to Clear Cache Partition — Google Pixel 5
The Google Pixel 5 is a 2020 Android 11, upgradable to Android 14 smartphone powered by the Qualcomm SM7250 Snapdragon 765G 5G (7 nm) with 8GB and 128GB internal storage. It features a 6.0", OLED, 90Hz, HDR10+, 1080.0x2340.0 display and is available in Just Black, Sorta Sage.
The Pixel 5 is equipped with a Li-Po 4080 mAh, a 2 MP, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps; gyro-EIS main camera, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a Nano-SIM + eSIM configuration. It weighs 151 g.
Clearing the cache partition on your Google Pixel 5 removes temporary system files that accumulate over time and can cause slowdowns, crashes or boot issues. Unlike a factory reset this process does not delete any personal data, photos, apps or settings, making it a safe first step when troubleshooting performance problems.
Clears temporary system files without deleting personal data.
On your Google Pixel 5: power off device
Hold Volume Down + Power → enter Fastboot
Navigate to 'Recovery mode' → press Power
If 'No command': hold Power then tap Volume Up
Navigate to 'Wipe cache partition' → confirm
Select 'Reboot system now'
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