Google Pixel 11 review

Pixel 11 is the strongest Android phone here for buyers who care about the camera and long support. Google's spec sheet lists a 48MP wide camera, a 13MP ultrawide and a 10.8MP telephoto with 5x zoom, plus Super Zoom up to 30x, which is more reach than any other phone under $1,000 on this list. The 6.3-inch Actua display runs at 60 to 120Hz and reaches up to 3000 nits. Google Tensor G6, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage come in the base model, and Google promises 7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates. The 4985 mAh battery is rated at 30+ hours, and Pixelsnap wireless charging is Qi2.2-certified up to 25W, so magnetic chargers attach without a case. At 6.9 oz it is heavier than Galaxy S26. Buyers who want an iPhone should compare iPhone 17 at the same price.

Who it is for

Android buyers who want a telephoto camera and long software support

Price

From $899 for 256GB.

Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL are available for pre-order today starting at $899, $1099, and $1299.
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 13, 2026.

Key features

• 6.3-inch Actua OLED display, 60 to 120Hz, up to 3000 nits peak brightness
• Google Tensor G6 chip with 12GB of RAM and 256GB or 512GB of storage
• 48MP wide, 13MP ultrawide and 10.8MP 5x telephoto cameras with Super Zoom up to 30x
• 4985 mAh typical battery that Google rates at 30+ hours
• Pixelsnap wireless charging (Qi2.2-certified) up to 25W and 7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Only phone under $1,000 on this list with a 5x telephoto lens
• Strength: 7 years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates
• Strength: Built-in magnetic Pixelsnap charging up to 25W
• Weakness: No 128GB option, so the entry price is $899
• Weakness: Weighs 6.9 oz, heavier than Galaxy S26 at 167g
• Weakness: Wired charging reaches 55% in about 30 minutes only with a 30W charger sold separately

Key facts

• Starting price: $899 (256GB)
• Display: 6.3-inch, 60 to 120Hz
• Chip: Google Tensor G6
• Battery: 4985 mAh typical, 30+ hours
• Updates: 7 years

Where it ranks

Google Pixel 11 is No. 2 in our Best Smartphones verdict.