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Google · Phones
Pixel 11 Pro
Google's compact 2026 Pro phone: Tensor G6, a 6.3-inch 120 Hz display, a 5x telephoto camera, and seven years of OS and security updates.
Released · First official release in any country
Global release: Released internationally; available in confirmed markets.
Google confirms retail availability beginning August 20, 2026, with the same date confirmed in its India and Australia announcements. This does not mean availability in every country. Google Keyword: Google introduces Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL Checked .
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G6
- Display diagonal
- 6.3 in
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
- Battery capacity
- 4,850 mAh
- Options
- Models
- 2 model numbers across 2 regions See all
- Colors
- Obsidian, Olive, Fog, Canyon
Is the Pixel 11 Pro right for you?
The Pixel 11 Pro is for people who want flagship cameras and long software support without a large phone. At 152.7 x 71.9 mm and 204 g it is the smallest and lightest phone in this index, yet it still carries three rear cameras, including a 48 MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom.
Its strongest point is support. Google promises seven years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates, counted from first availability on the US Google Store, and it is the only maker among the phones listed here that states a number of years for OS upgrades at launch. It also launched on Android 17, a version ahead of the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
What it gives up is charging and camera range. Google does not publish a maximum wired charging wattage, only up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a 30W or higher charger, and it has one telephoto where the Galaxy S26 Ultra has two. It does add Qi2.2 Pixelsnap magnetic wireless charging up to 25W.
A good fit if
- You prefer a phone you can use comfortably with one hand.
- Guaranteed Android version updates for seven years matter more to you than peak specifications.
- You want a 5x telephoto without moving to a 6.9-inch phone.
- You already use magnetic Qi2 chargers or accessories.
Look elsewhere if
- You want the same size, chip, and update promise for less: the Pixel 11 launched at $899 and has a larger 4,985 mAh battery.
- You want the biggest screen and both 3x and 5x telephotos: look at the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
- Fast wired charging with a published wattage is a priority.
- You want a tablet-sized screen in your pocket: the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra folds out to 8.0 inches.
Which configuration to choose
The 256 GB model comes with 12 GB of RAM; the 512 GB and 1 TB models both step up to 16 GB. If you keep phones for most of the seven-year support window, the 512 GB model is the one that adds both memory and storage headroom. The 256 GB model at the $1,099 US launch price covers most people. The 512 GB and 1 TB configurations are listed for the US model, so check availability in your country.
Full specifications
Covers every recorded configuration.
Design
- Width
- 71.9 mm
- Height
- 152.7 mm
- Depth
- 8.4 mm
- Weight
- 204 g
Display
- Panel type
- LTPO OLED (Super Actua)
- Resolution width
- 1,280 px
- Resolution height
- 2,856 px
- Display diagonal
- 6.3 in
- Refresh rate
- 120 Hz
Cameras
- Main camera resolution
- 50 MP
- Front camera resolution
- 42 MP
- Camera configuration / limitations
- 50 MP wide, 48 MP ultrawide, and 48 MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom. Video up to 8K at 24/30 fps.
Battery
- Maximum wired charging
- Not confirmed
- Charging conditions
- Google quotes up to 55% in about 30 minutes with a 30W USB-C PPS charger or higher, sold separately, and does not publish a maximum wired wattage. Pixelsnap (Qi2.2) wireless charging up to 25W.
- Battery capacity
- 4,850 mAh
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth 6
- NFC
- Supported
- Connectivity
- 5G (Sub-6 GHz and mmWave on the US model); dual eSIM on the US model
Software
- Security support end date
- Not confirmed
- Operating system
- Android 17
- Update commitment
- 7 years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates, counted from first availability on the US Google Store.
Performance
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G6
Durability
- Water resistance
- IP68
Configuration
- Memory
- 12 GB / 16 GB
- Storage
- 256 GB to 1 TB
Configurations & colors
- ObsidianMatte finish
- Olive
- Fog
- Canyon
Match the regional model numbers to the confirmed markets below. These countries are verified by official sources; configurations and local stock can differ.
| Region and model | Configuration | Confirmed markets | Colors |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States (includes mmWave 5G)G7SWN | 12 GB / 256 GB16 GB / 512 GB16 GB / 1 TB | United States | Obsidian, Olive, Fog, Canyon |
| Rest of world, including Japan (sub-6 GHz 5G)GM45K | 12 GB / 256 GB16 GB / 512 GB16 GB / 1 TB | — | Obsidian, Olive, Fog, Canyon |
Software
Software support: 7 years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates, counted from first availability on the US Google Store.
Source-backed strengths and limitations
Strengths
- Seven years of OS, security, and Pixel Drop updates, per Google.
- 48 MP telephoto with 5x optical zoom in a 6.3-inch, 204 g phone.
- Qi2.2 Pixelsnap wireless charging up to 25W.
Limitations
- Google does not publish a maximum wired charging wattage, only a 30-minute figure with a 30W or higher charger.
- The 512 GB and 1 TB configurations are listed for the US model; availability elsewhere can differ.
Pricing
$1,099 · United States · launch price · Checked 2026-09-21 · Source
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