The base model Pixel 11 features a new Hibiscus color, a slimmed-down camera bar, and the Tensor G6 processor, but faces a price increase to $899.
Key facts
- •The Pixel 11 starting price has increased to $899 for the 256GB model, up from $799 for the previous generation.
- •The device features a 6.3-inch AMOLED display and a 30W wired charging limit.
- •The camera bar includes a new LED 'HiLight' feature that pulses for incoming calls from favorited contacts or Gemini interactions.
- •The phone is powered by the Tensor G6 processor and runs on Android 17.
- •The device is limited to 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, compared to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage on Pro models.
Google's base model Pixel 11, released this summer, features a 6.3-inch AMOLED display and a design update that includes a significantly thinner camera bar. While the device shares the same Tensor G6 processor and Android 17 software as the Pro models, it is positioned at a higher starting price point of $899 for the 256GB configuration.
By the numbers
Hardware and Design Features
The Pixel 11 retains a 6.3-inch AMOLED display and a symmetrical design, utilizing a mix of polished glass and matte-treated side rails. The back glass is noted for becoming grippier during use, which may reduce the need for a protective case. The camera bar has been reduced to nearly half the size of the previous year's model, allowing it to sit more flush with standard cases while housing an upgraded main sensor for improved light-gathering.
Performance and Limitations
While the Pixel 11 runs on the same Tensor G6 processor as the Pro lineup, it includes hardware limitations such as a 3,000-nit maximum brightness and a 60Hz to 120Hz refresh rate range. Memory and storage are capped at 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage, and wired charging is limited to 30W. In gaming scenarios, the device does not support certain graphics-intensive settings found in titles like 'Genshin Impact'.
AI and Camera Capabilities
The device integrates new AI-driven features, including the 'Rambler' tool for dictating text messages and 'Magic Capture,' which takes still photos while recording video. The camera system includes a new HiLight LED indicator on the camera bar for notifications. While the main sensor provides faster processing in dim environments, the overall camera specifications, including the 48MP main sensor and 10.8MP telephoto lens, remain below the hardware capabilities of the Pro models.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by ZDNET AI.
