Google Pixel 11 release date expectations, price estimates, and upgrades
Render of the Pixel 11 | Image by Android Headlines
Google Pixel 11: what to expect
What's expected to change vs the Pixel 10:
- Design may stay the same as predecessor
- Slightly thinner bezels are expected
- All-black camera bar is possible
- New Tensor G6 chip (2 nm process)
- New Titan M3 chip for security, MediaTek 5G modem with improvements in efficiency
- Google's AI features and Gemini are getting deeper integration
- According to a patent, a removable battery cell may be in the works
- The Pixel 11 is expected sometime in August 2026, alongside a Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL, and a Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
- It's likely that the phones are announced in the middle of August, during a "Made by Google" event.
Expected price:
- Leaks have not indicated the Pixel 11 price just yet.
- Pricing may remain similar to its predecessor, which starts at $799, or a slight price increase may happen.
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Pixel 11 release date
The Pixel 11 is likely to get introduced in the summer of 2026. Google may have an event about the new phones, potentially in August, according to most rumors.
| Device family | Announcement | Market release |
|---|---|---|
| Google Pixel 11 | August, 2026* | August, 2026* |
| Google Pixel 10 | August 20, 2025 | August 28, 2025 |
| Google Pixel 9 | August 13, 2024 | August 22, 2024 |
* - probable dates
For the last couple of years, Google introduced new Pixels in August. Before that, Pixel phones came in October, but it seems more likely that for yet another year, we're going to have a summer release.
Google has apparently decided to move the Pixel releases to August to better compete with Apple, and claim some of the attention by releasing its new phones before the iPhones.
Reportedly, the Pixel 11 is coming during a "Made by Google" event.
Pixel 11 price and deals
The Pixel 11 price has not leaked yet. Unfortunately, though, rising RAM chip prices and other components may cause a price increase.
| Pixel model | 128GB of storage | 256GB of storage | 512GB of storage | 1TB of storage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pixel 11 | $799* | $859* | - | - |
| Pixel 10 | $799 | $859 | - | - |
| Pixel 9 | $799 | $859 | - | - |
*- anticipated prices
For example, Samsung did raise the prices of its new Galaxy S26 phones this time around. Meanwhile, the iPhone 17 remained the same price as its predecessor.
Currently, it's unclear which strategy the Mountain View tech giant will decide to follow.
Pixel 11 deals to expect:
- Google: Usually Google offers good trade-in discounts for new phones. The discounts are even better if you're trading in a Pixel phone, and the same tradition is expected to be followed this time around as well.
- Verizon: Verizon historically offers the base Pixel model almost for free, often with trade-ins or new lines.
- AT&T: AT&T also offers huge discounts when trading in an old phone. You may also see significant discounts on the monthly payment with an eligible unlimited plan.
- T-Mobile: T-Mobile is likely to offer a Pixel 11 "On Us" with either a new line or an eligible phone for trade-in.
Pixel 11 camera
Pixel 11 expected camera setup:
- 48 MP, f/1.7 aperture, OIS, Quad PD, laser detect autofocus
- 13 MP ultra-wide
- 10.8 MP 5x telephoto
- 10.5 MP selfie camera
The Pixel 11's exact camera hardware has not leaked yet. You can rest assured, though, that the Mountain View tech giant is likely to continue using its AI models to enhance the camera performance of its phones.
According to some reports, the 2 nm-built Tensor G6 processor may also help with this. Some rumors claim the new chip may be able to support AI video generation on-device.
Apart from that, the Pixel 11 camera isn't likely to be too different from that of its predecessor.
For reference, the Pixel 10 got a new 5X telephoto lens, which is the same zoom level as on the Pro models. Overall, the Pixel 10 did very well in our Camera Score. The phone struggled a bit with details in zoom and in the ultra-wide video, but overall, we found the cameras reliable.
Meanwhile, the Pixel 10 also came with a bunch of AI camera features for the camera, including a somewhat gimmicky Camera Coach. Reportedly, the Pixel 11 may bring an upgraded Cinematic Blur mode, and many of the AI features for photos should come to videos this time around.
Pixel 11 storage
It's about time for Google to bump the starting storage of the Pixel 11. Even Apple did that with the iPhone 17, and it doesn't offer a 128 GB option anymore. Potentially, Google may do that this time around. Rumors are yet to confirm or deny that, though.
Pixel 11 expected storage capacity:
- 128 GB
- 256 GB
- 512GB?
Judging by what competitors are doing, the Pixel 11 may start at 256 GB. If that happens, it may also include a 512 GB storage option.
Pixel 11 design
Currently, the Pixel 11 design isn't expected to change significantly from that of its predecessor. Recently leaked renders show that the design is still recognizably Pixel-esque:
Render of the Pixel 11. | Image by Android Headlines
We have the same horizontal camera pill that Google calls the 'camera bar', but this time around, it is entirely black. That differs from the predecessor, where the element matched the Pixel color.
The device is also reportedly sporting thinner bezels, making it look more modern. This one is a welcome change that was definitely needed.
It's important to note that these renders are based on CADs, and although they are expected to be accurate enough, smaller details may be off. This could include the thinner bezels (hopefully not, though) and the black camera bar.
Renders of the Pixel 11. | Images by Images by Android Headlines
The recent report claims the Pixel 11's dimensions would be 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm, which are the same dimensions its predecessor brought. There's a small difference in thickness; the Pixel 11 is slightly thinner than its predecessor (by 0.1 mm), but that change would be hardly noticeable in real life.
Potentially, we can expect some new colors to grace the Pixel as well.
The Pixel 10 for reference. | Image by PhoneArena
As for the materials, those are likely to remain glass on the front and back and aluminum for the frame.
We've recently taken a glimpse of the Pixel 11 Pro XL design thanks to a leaked case. According to the leak, the camera bar may get slimmer, which is a change that may also trickle down to the base Pixel 11. Of course, the difference is not expected to be dramatic in comparison to last year's model.
Pixel 11 display
| Phone model | Screen size | Brightness |
|---|---|---|
| Pixel 11 | 6.3 inches* | 3,000* |
| Pixel 10 | 6.3 inches | 3,000 |
* - anticipated sizes
The Pixel 11 is likely keeping the 10's 6.3-inch display, which is a pretty good screen. The leaked CAD-based renders from above indicate we may see thinner bezels around the display. If true, the Pixel 11 will look more modern, but it will also have a more immersive screen.
Meanwhile, the Pixel 10 brought an improved peak brightness to 3,000 nits, and that's an excellent addition. The Pixel 11 should at least keep the same level of pro-grade peak brightness, which is already up there with the top phones.
Pixel 11 battery
The situation with the Pixel 11's potential battery size is also a mystery currently. The Pixel 10 is not bad in the battery department, sporting an almost 5,000 mAh cell (4,970 mAh) in a relatively compact body. The phone also gained support for Qi2 magnetic charging, which should come to the Pixel 11 as well.
With Qi2 and a huge battery, the Pixel 11 would be a serious competitor to the likes of the Galaxy S26 (which didn't get Qi2 charging yet again, unfortunately for Sammy fans).
As for battery life, in our tests the Pixel 10 managed 21 hours of web browsing on a single charge, which beat its predecessor, as well as both the Galaxy S25 and the iPhone 17. The phone only struggled in gaming, where it managed only 5 hours, when the S25 managed 12 hours and 20 minutes on the same test.
We don't expect changes in the charging department either, so we're potentially looking at 30 W wired charging and Qi2.
Pixel 11 features and software
The Pixel 11 is likely going to come with Android 17. Google is likely to equip the Pixel 11 with a plethora of generative AI-powered features, as well as bring the ones we're already familiar with as well.
The Pixel 10 brought features like Magic Cue (which accesses your Gmail, Calendar, Notes, and Messages and suggests actions during certain interactions), Voice Translate during phone calls, and Camera Coach with suggestions to improve your photography. These are likely making a return with the Pixel 11.
We're yet to hear what other generative AI features we will get with the Pixel 11. But once again, the focus is likely to be on AI, as is the trend in the mobile industry currently.
Pixel 11 hardware and specs
Pixel 11's expected specs:
- CPU: Tensor G6 (2nm)
- RAM: 12 GB
- Battery: around 5,000 mAh
- Charging: 30 W wired, Qi2 support
- Storage: 128, 256 GB
- Camera setup: 48 MP main, 13 MP ultra-wide, 10.8 MP 5x telephoto
The Pixel 11's Tensor G6 is potentially going to be the biggest upgrade. Reportedly, the chip is built on a 2 nm process. That newer and more advanced technology would allow for the phone to be more powerful and efficient in comparison to the G5.
The G6 will also, reportedly, be powerful enough for smooth AI tasks.
Meanwhile, an earlier leak hints that the Tensor G6 may come with the Titan M3 security chip instead of the Titan M2, which was suggested earlier. Titan chips act as a hardware-based security model inside the Tensor chipset. The chip is designed to protect sensitive data and manage encryption keys, as well as secure payment transactions.
Accompanying the Tensor G6 would reportedly be MediaTek's 5G modem. The modem is said to offer dual 5G SIM dual-active support and dual data capabilities. It's also relying on AI for efficiency.
Before this switch, Pixel phones came with 5G modems made by Samsung.
Should I wait for the Pixel 11?
- You should wait for the Pixel 11 if you're currently rocking an older Pixel phone and you'll be due for an upgrade soon. The Pixel 11 is going to show up in the summer, so we have only a few months left before we know how good of a phone it will be.
- You should not wait for the Pixel 11 if you currently rock the Pixel 10. The differences between the two generations don't seem to be that big right now, so maybe an upgrade wouldn't bring you too many new things if you have the Pixel 10.
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