Google unveiled the Pixel 11 lineup on August 12, 2026, in New York City – marking the second year in a row the launch event was held there. Alongside the Pro and Pro XL, the company introduced the Pixel 11, the Pixel Watch 5, and the Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
Device family
Announcement
Market release
Pixel 11 series
August 12, 2026
August 20, 2026
Pixel 10 series
August 20, 2025
August 28, 2025
Pixel 9 series
August 13, 2024
August 22, 2024
* - probable dates
Pre-orders for the new devices started immediately on announcement day, and stores are expected to begin selling them on August 20, 2026.
Pixel 11 Pro price and deals
The Pixel 11 Pro is available for the same pricing as last year, but it no longer starts at 128 GB. The Pixel 11 Pro XL's prices are $100 higher than last year across all storage options.
Pixel model
128GB of storage
256GB of storage
512GB of storage
1TB of storage
Pixel 11 Pro XL
-
$1,299
$1,419
$1,649
Pixel 11 Pro
-
$1,099
$1,219
$1,449
Pixel 10 Pro XL
-
$1,199
$1,319
$1,549
Pixel 10 Pro
$999
$1,099
$1,219
$1,449
The 512 GB and 1 TB options for both phones come with 16 GB of RAM, while the entry-level 256 GB version comes with 12 GB of RAM.
Pixel 11 Pro deals to expect:
Google: Google typically runs strong trade-in promotions at launch, with extra value when trading in another Pixel device. Pre-order deals are heavily discounting the phones with eligible trade-in.
Verizon: Expect meaningful trade-in discounts on both Pro models, along with potential savings when adding a new line on an eligible plan.
AT&T:AT&T tends to offer $800–$1,000 off with a qualifying trade-in and an eligible unlimited plan.
T-Mobile:T-Mobile may put together an "On Us" deal for the Pixel 11 Pro with a new line or qualifying trade-in.
Pixel 11 Pro camera
Pixel 11 Pro camera setup:
50 MP main camera
48 MP ultra-wide camera
48 MP 5x optical zoom
42 MP selfie camera
Pixel 11 Pro XL camera setup:
50 MP main camera
48 MP ultra-wide camera
48 MP 5x optical zoom
42 MP selfie camera
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL feature an upgraded triple rear camera setup that combines larger sensors and enhanced light sensitivity.
A standout addition is Magic Capture, activated with a single swipe in the Camera app, which lets you stay fully present while capturing a video and high-quality photos simultaneously with one tap, complete with automatic cropping and unblurring.
For distant subjects, the completely redesigned telephoto lens delivers up to 120x Pro Zoom. You can also personalize your imagery using Camera Looks to create custom, professional-grade film styles and unique photo aesthetics while maintaining Pixel's Real Tone commitment to equitable representation across all skin tones.
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When taking photos and videos in the dark, Instant Night Sight leverages redesigned software and the Tensor G6 chip – boasting 50% more TPU compute – to reduce low-light capture times on Pro devices by up to 4.5 times for rich, flash-free night photos.
For moving subjects and filmmaking, Pro Stable Video supports up to 8K resolution with Video Boost for cinematic, ultra-steady footage, while the new Creator tab in video settings houses the Creator Suite, offering tools like a built-in Teleprompter, improved Speech Enhancement, effortless clip organization, and automatic project albums.
Pixel 11 Pro storage
Pixel 11 Pro/XL storage capacity:
256 GB
512 GB
1 TB
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL start at 256 GB of storage. You can also choose 512 GB or 1 TB with Zoned UFS for faster performance.
For RAM, you can pick between 12 GB and 16 GB.
Pixel 11 Pro design
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL keep the recognizable Pixel look with the 'camera bar' design and flat sides.
The Pixel 11 Pro in its four color options. | Images by Image by Google
The camera bar is now redesigned for a seamless look. In previous Pixel generations, the camera bar itself matched the color the phone came with, but now, it’s all black behind an edge-to-edge glass.
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL are available in four colors:
Canyon
Olive
Fog
Obsidian (matte)
Pixel 11 Pro dimensions:
6.0 in x 2.8 in x 0.3 in (152.4 mm x 71.1 mm x 7.6 mm)
Weight: 7.2 oz (204.1 g)
Pixel 11 Pro XL dimensions:
6.4 in x 3.0 in x 0.3 in (162.6 mm x 76.2 mm x 7.6 mm)
Weight: 8.0 oz (226.8 g)
The Pixel 11 Pro is slightly more compact than its predecessor, measuring 0.4 mm shorter, 0.9 mm narrower, and 0.9 mm thinner. It’s also lighter than the 10 Pro. The 11 Pro XL is also lighter than the 10 Pro XL.
The Pixel 11 Pro XL is also more compact than its predecessor, measuring 0.2 mm shorter, 0.4 mm narrower, and 0.9 mm thinner.
These footprint reductions directly impact the size of the bezels. Both phones are keeping the identical 6.3-inch and 6.8-inch screen sizes from last year. Because the outer glass panels are staying the same size on slightly smaller bodies, Google had to shave that missing millimeters directly out of the margins.
The new HiLight feature – the LED notification system surrounding the flash, rumored previously as Pixel Glow – is present on both phones and is exclusive to the Pro-branded Pixel 11 models. How it works is discussed in detail in the Features section of this article.
Both phones feature IP68 dust and water resistance, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 cover glass with an anti-scratch coating.
Pixel 11 Pro display
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL are keeping the same display sizes and general specs as their predecessors.
Pixel phone
Screen size
Brightness
Pixel 11 Pro XL
6.8-inch*
3,300*
Pixel 11 Pro
6.3-inch*
3,300*
Pixel 10 Pro XL
6.8-inch
3,300
Pixel 10 Pro
6.3-inch
3,300
* - anticipated sizes
On the Pixel 11 Pro, we have a 6.3-inch Super Actua display with a resolution of 1280 x 2856 at 495 PPI, while the 11 Pro XL features a 6.8-inch display with a resolution of 1344 x 2992 at 486 PPI. Both displays go up to 3,600 nits peak breathingess, which is an upgrade from last year.
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL also feature a new anti-scratch display coating that delivers more than double the scratch resistance of the previous generation, making these the most durable Pro displays Google has shipped to date.
Pixel 11 Pro battery
Both the Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL are advertised to come with 30+ hours of battery life. The Pixel 11 Pro features a 4,850 mAh cell and the Pixel 11 Pro XL comes with a 5,115 mAH cell.
For charging, we have the same 30 W wired charging speeds capable of fast charging the Pro to 55% in 30 min. For the Pro XL, we get 45 W wired charging that charges the phone to about 75% in 30 minutes.
The Pixel 11 series now come with Extreme Charging Mode, which ensures the fastest available charging by focusing the phone’s performance just on charging.
The Pro models are equipped with an advanced cooling vapor chamber to ensure the phone is cool to the touch and running optimally.
Pixelsnap wireless charging up to 25 W is supported on both models.
Pixel 11 Pro features and software
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL are coming with Android 17 out of the box.
Android 17 has now officially launched, bringing Gemini Intelligence that can handle complicated tasks with multiple steps across different apps.
Gemini Intelligence features in a nutshell. | Image by Google
You will also be able to create your own custom Material Expressive widgets via a prompt.
A new feature for Gboard called Rambler will ensure your dictated text sounds smooth and logical. It can even understand when you backtrack on a statement or correct yourself when speaking.
Meanwhile, to help you stop doomscrolling, Android 17 is bringing a feature called Pause Point that allows you to set timers for apps and manage distracting apps.
Also, you can look forward to App Bubbles, which work like chat bubbles to make multitasking easier. Android 17 has something for content creators too: a new feature called Screen Reactions, as well as the introduction of the Adobe Premiere app to Android.
The Camera Coach, Magic Cue, and Voice Translate features from the Pixel 10 Pro are making a return in the Pixel 11 Pro as well.
The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL come with 7 years of software updates promised, just like previous generations.
Circle to Search can now be launched straight from the Google Pixel Camera app.
Additionally, the new HiLight feature is designed to cut down on notification clutter by utilizing an LED ring around the camera flash to alert you to key updates when your device is resting face-down.
This system can flash for calls from favorite contacts, allowing you to assign specific colors that match across both WhatsApp and the Phone by Google app for seamless consistency.
Furthermore, HiLight provides subtle visual cues through gentle pulses to signal when Gemini is actively listening, processing, or replying, informing you about the assistant working completely hands-free without needing for you to glance at your display.
Pixel 11 Pro hardware and specs
Pixel 11 Pro's specs:
CPU: Tensor G6 (2nm)
RAM: 12 GB or 16 GB
Battery: 4,850 mAh
Charging: 45 W wired, 15 W wireless with Qi2 support
Storage: 256 GB, 512 GB, and possibly 1 TB (disputed – see storage section)
Driven by the custom-built Google Tensor G6 processor, the Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL are engineered to deliver exceptionally smooth and intelligent daily performance. The upgraded CPU boosts power efficiency by up to 20%, accelerates web browsing by 25%, and speeds up app launching by 15% compared to previous generations.
Beyond raw speed, the Tensor G6 is also significantly more efficient with AI workloads specifically – processing on-device AI tasks up to 3.5 times faster while using up to 3.5 times less energy compared to its predecessor.
At the core of the camera system, the Tensor G6 integrates an enhanced Image Signal Processor alongside a TPU that is 50% more powerful. This silicon upgrade slashes processing latency, enabling advanced features like the 120x Pro Zoom, lightning-fast Instant Night Sight for low-light scenes, and the new Magic Capture mode.
Furthermore, the chip unlocks the most capable on-device Gemini experiences to date. Because Google DeepMind co-designed the architecture alongside the newest AI models, Gemini Nano runs with reduced latency and higher quality, effortlessly handling heavy local AI tasks like live translations and proactive assistance.
Iskra Petrova is a news writer at PhoneArena, where she covers mobile tech news and maintains the site’s device hubs with the latest leaked specs, rumors, and official details for upcoming phones. She joined PhoneArena in 2020 after three years in technical support for Microsoft Exchange, giving her practical experience with software infrastructure and troubleshooting. Iskra holds a Master’s Degree in Literature, which helps her translate complex tech details into clear, reader-friendly coverage. She is a daily Apple ecosystem user, while also closely following Sony Xperia’s camera-focused phones and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip series.
