As the front-end uses JavaScript it does have some limitation

☛ Data processing: Compare to JavaScript native language is much faster

☛ Back-ground processing: Large number of application depends on background thread while PhoneGap API are built using JavaScript which does not support multi-threaded and hence does not support back ground processing

☛ Advanced graphics: Apps that use advanced graphics can be accessed explicitly by third party libraries, which can be best done natively

☛ Complex business logic: Number of complex business app can be accessed better with a native code

☛ Access advanced native functionality: Number of native API’s are not supported by PhoneGap’s API