So I took the advice of you all and took back the Nexus 5 for the G2.
Best advice ever given. Not to say the N5 was a bad phone, as it was certainly nice. I enjoyed matte finish, and I still think it's a tad more of a preferable size in comparison, but the slightly dull wash over the colors along with the rocky vibrations left a bad taste. After much thought(because I really did enjoy it mostly), I went with the majority gaf opinion and returned it for the G2. Right off, I could tell the colors were much better. They had more pop to them without being completely saturated. Also, it wasn't as bulky as I thought it would be. I think they are close in size, it's just that the G2 has less bezel and more screen. Also, the power button is a non issue so far. Having it on the back wasn't my concern as far as using it, but I thought it may be accidentally pressed. Everything has been smooth sailing. The hard plastic is kinda terrible coming from phone with either metal or matte, but I guess it can't have everything I want. Also, the battery hasn't moved much at all. Good sign of things to come.
Overall, I'm damn happy with the switch. Thanks gaf
How can you stand this though?