Google announced the Google Pixel 11 series at its Made by Google event on August 12, 2026. The lineup has four phones, a new chip and higher prices across the range. Pixel Watch 5 and a new Pixel Tag tracker arrived alongside them. This guide covers what Google confirmed, with sources linked throughout.
We have not tested these devices. Everything below comes from Google’s announcement and launch reporting. Prices are US launch prices and may differ by country or retailer.
Google Pixel 11 prices
Each phone costs $100 more than its Pixel 10 equivalent, Techloy reported. Google VP Shakil Barkat linked the increase to memory costs, and Techloy says he cited 1GB of mobile RAM rising from $2.80 in 2025 to $12 in 2026. For background, read our piece on the smartphone memory crisis.
| Model | Starting price | Display | Battery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pixel 11 | $899 | 6.3-inch | 4,985mAh |
| Pixel 11 Pro | $1,099 | 6.3-inch | 4,850mAh |
| Pixel 11 Pro XL | $1,299 | 6.8-inch | 5,115mAh |
| Pixel 11 Pro Fold | $1,899 | 8-inch inner, 6.5-inch outer | 4,750mAh |
Release date
Google said the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL would reach the Google Store and retail partners on August 20. Techloy reported the same date for all four models, including the Fold.
Tensor G6 chip
All the phones use the Tensor G6, paired with a new Titan M3 security chip. Google compares it with the Tensor G5 at launch and claims:
- 25% faster CPU performance for web browsing
- 15% quicker app launches
- 50% more TPU compute
- On-device AI tasks up to 3.5x faster, using up to 3.5x less energy
These are Google’s own figures, not independent results.
Pixel 11 specs
Pixel 11
The base model has an Actua display, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of starting storage. Its new 48MP main sensor has 56% more light sensitivity than the Pixel 10, according to Google, and the 5x telephoto supports 30x zoom. It also gains 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging. Colors are Pistachio, Hibiscus, Frost and Obsidian.
Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL
Both Pro phones have a Super Actua display that reaches up to 3,600 nits, a new anti-scratch coating and a new main sensor. 9to5Google lists 50MP wide and 48MP telephoto sensors, with Pro Zoom up to 120x. Google says Pro Zoom is not available for all cameras, apps or modes.
The Pro models also add HiLight, LED lights around the flash that glow in patterns when Gemini is listening, thinking or responding. They can also show custom colors for incoming calls. Colors are Canyon, Fog, Olive and an all-matte Obsidian.
The Pro XL supports faster wired charging. Google says it can get 15 hours of battery life in 15 minutes using its 45W charger, and actual results may be slower.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold
The Fold has 16GB of RAM, 256GB of storage and a battery rated for more than 24 hours, according to 9to5Google. It also has a glass fiber composite back cover and HiLight. Sign-to-Text and Live Transcribe with American Sign Language support were listed among its features.
AI features and updates
Gemini Intelligence is central to the launch. 9to5Google’s list includes Gboard Rambler, Proactive Assistance (previously Magic Cue), a location-aware At a Glance, and Live Translate for podcasts and videos in YouTube and other apps. Camera additions include Magic Capture, Camera Looks and, on Pro models, Pro Stable Video.
Google promises seven years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates for the Pixel 11, Pro and Pro XL. US buyers of the Pro, Pro XL or Pro Fold also get six months of Google AI Pro, which then costs $19.99 a month unless canceled.
Pixel Watch 5 and Pixel Tag
Pixel Watch 5 starts at $399 for the 41mm model and $429 for the 45mm model, and cellular adds $100, according to 9to5Google. It runs on a Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 chip with 3GB of RAM and 64GB of storage, and features include Breathing Emergency Detection and Bedtime Automations.
Pixel Tag is a Find Hub tracker with UWB and a removable coin cell battery. It costs $29, or $99 for a 4-pack, with availability listed for November 11.
Which Pixel 11 should you look at?
On paper, the base Pixel 11 keeps the same 256GB starting storage as the Pro models at $200 less. The Pro phones add the brighter display, the longer-range zoom and HiLight, while the Fold is the one to consider if you want a larger inner screen. Hands-on reviews are the best guide to real-world camera and battery performance.
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