Google Pixel 11 vs Pixel 11 Pro
A comprehensive, side-by-side technical breakdown.
Google Pixel 11
Thickness: 8.6 mm
Weight: 197 g
Google Pixel 11 Pro
Thickness: 8.4 mm
Weight: 204 g
General Specifications | ||
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Google Pixel 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | ||
| Model | Pixel 11 | Pixel 11 Pro |
| Announcement Date | August 12, 2026 | August 12, 2026 |
| Release Status | Pre-order (ships Aug 20, 2026) | Pre-order (ships Aug 20, 2026) |
| US Starting Price | $899 (256 GB + 12 GB) | $1,099 (256 GB + 16 GB) |
Design & Build | ||
| Height | 152.8 mm | 152.7 mm |
| Width | 72.0 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Thickness / Depth | 8.6 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Weight | 197 grams | 204 grams |
| Front Material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 |
| Back Material | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Satin) | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 (Silky Matte) |
| Frame Material | Satin Aluminum | Polished Aluminum |
| SIM Options | Nano-SIM + eSIM (Dual eSIM in USA) | Nano-SIM + eSIM (Dual eSIM in USA) |
| IP Protection Rating | IP68 dust tight & water resistant | IP68 dust tight & water resistant |
Display | ||
| Display Technology | Actua OLED (60-120 Hz) | Super Actua LTPO OLED (1-120 Hz) |
| Screen Size | 6.3 inches (~86.1% screen-to-body) | 6.3 inches (~87.0% screen-to-body) |
| Resolution | FHD+ (1080 x 2424 pixels) | 1.5K+ (1280 x 2856 pixels) |
| Pixel Density | 422 ppi | 495 ppi |
| Refresh Rate | 60 to 120 Hz Smooth Display | 1 to 120 Hz LTPO Adaptive Refresh |
| HDR Brightness | 2000 nits | 2400 nits |
| Peak Outdoor Brightness | 3000 nits | 3600 nits |
Performance & Hardware | ||
| Operating System | Android 17 (7 years of OS updates) | Android 17 (7 years of OS updates) |
| Chipset / SoC | Google Tensor G6 (2 nm TSMC) | Google Tensor G6 (2 nm TSMC) |
| CPU Architecture | 7-core (1x4.11 GHz + 4x3.38 GHz + 2x2.65 GHz) | 7-core (1x4.11 GHz + 4x3.38 GHz + 2x2.65 GHz) |
| GPU | PowerVR CXTP-48-1536 | PowerVR CXTP-48-1536 |
| Security Chip | Titan M3 Security Coprocessor | Titan M3 Security Coprocessor |
| RAM Options | 12 GB LPDDR5X | 12 GB / 16 GB LPDDR5X, depending on configuration |
| Internal Storage | 256 GB / 512 GB (UFS 4.x) | 256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB (UFS 4.x) |
Camera | ||
| Rear Camera Setup | Triple (48 MP + 10.8 MP + 13 MP) | Pro Triple (50 MP + 48 MP + 48 MP) |
| Main Camera | 48 MP | 50 MP |
| Main Aperture | f/1.7 | f/1.7 |
| Main Focal Length | 24 mm | 25 mm |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/1.56 inch | 1/1.3 inch |
| Main Pixel Size | Not published by Google | 1.2 µm |
| Main OIS | Supported | Supported |
| Telephoto Camera | 10.8 MP | 48 MP |
| Telephoto Aperture | f/3.1 | f/2.8 |
| Telephoto Type | Not published by Google | Periscope |
| Telephoto Optical Zoom | 5x | 5x |
| Telephoto OIS | Supported | Supported |
| Ultra-Wide Camera | 13 MP | 48 MP |
| Ultra-Wide Aperture | f/2.2 | f/1.7 |
| Ultra-Wide Field of View | 120° | 123° |
| Ultra-Wide Autofocus | PDAF | Not published by Google |
| Macro Focus | Not published by Google | Supported |
| Zoom Capabilities | 30x Super Res Zoom | Up to 120x Pro Res Zoom |
| Pro Camera Controls | Pro Camera Controls Standard interface | Pro Camera Controls Full manual, RAW Capture 50 MP, Manual ISO, Manual Shutter Speed |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 24/30/60 fps, 1080p @ 240 fps | 8K @ 24/30 fps, 4K @ 60 fps Video Boost |
| Front Camera | 10.5 MP | 42 MP |
| Front Aperture | f/2.2 | f/2.2 |
| Front Focal Length | 20 mm | Not published by Google |
| Front Field of View | Not published by Google | 103° (ultrawide) |
| Front Autofocus | PDAF | PDAF |
Battery & Charging | ||
| Battery Capacity | 4,985 mAh typical (Li-Ion) | 4,850 mAh typical (Li-Ion) |
| Wired Charging | 30W | 30W |
| USB PD | PD 3.0 | PD 3.0 |
| PPS | Supported | Supported |
| Fast Charge Time | 55% in 30 min | 55% in 30 min |
| Wireless Charging | 25W wireless (magnetic Qi2.2) | 25W wireless (magnetic Qi2.2) |
Connectivity & Features | ||
| Wi-Fi Protocol | Wi-Fi 6E (tri-band) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7) |
| Bluetooth Version | 6.0 | 6.0 |
| A2DP | Supported | Supported |
| Bluetooth LE | Supported | Supported |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX HD | aptX HD |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | No | Yes (2nd generation UWB chip) |
| HiLight Status LEDs | No | Yes (rear) |
| HiLight Notification Alerts | No | Supported |
| HiLight Gemini Alerts | No | Supported |
TechPP Six-Pillar Assessment
A structured evaluation of display, battery, camera, performance, sound, and software
Published Performance Benchmarks
Normalized Geekbench 6 and AnTuTu 11 results based on Tensor G6 architecture.
Manufacturer-Rated Battery Life
Published endurance claims using each manufacturer's stated test method
Both phones share the same compact 6.3-inch form factor and 2nm Tensor G6 chip. We've scored how each model fits distinct user needs.
| Target Persona | Pixel 11 | Pixel 11 Pro |
|---|---|---|
The Mobile Photographer & Creator Needs flagship 1/1.3" main sensor, 48MP 5x periscope telephoto, 48MP ultrawide, 42MP selfie, and manual Pro Controls. | 8.8/ 10 | 9.8/ 10 Best Fit |
The Smart Value Flagship Buyer Wants the best price-to-performance ratio with full Tensor G6 AI power, 7 years of updates, and saves $200 upfront. | 9.6/ 10 Best Fit | 8.7/ 10 |
The Display & Outdoor Enthusiast Demands peak 3600 nits outdoor legibility, sharp 495 ppi resolution, and battery-efficient 1Hz LTPO adaptive refresh. | 8.9/ 10 | 9.7/ 10 Best Fit |
The Heavy Multitasker & Future-Proofer Demands 16GB RAM for heavy on-device Gemini AI, up to 1TB storage, Wi-Fi 7, and precision UWB tracking. | 8.6/ 10 | 9.6/ 10 Best Fit |
The One-Handed & Battery Conscious User Values the slightly larger 4985 mAh battery capacity and lighter 197g weight for comfortable one-handed daily use. | 9.4/ 10 Best Fit | 8.8/ 10 |
Top 10 Core Metrics Analysis
Comparative score breakdown across display, camera hardware, compute headroom, and value
Google Pixel 11
Delivers 95% of the flagship experience with full Tensor G6 AI, a larger 4985 mAh battery, and saves $200.
Google Pixel 11 Pro
The undisputed camera and display champion with 3600 nits Super Actua LTPO, 48MP periscope, 48MP ultrawide, 42MP selfie, and 16GB RAM.





