Google Pixel 10a vs Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
The Google Pixel 10a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G4, while the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (2026) runs on the Tensor G6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads — 79/100 vs 64/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5115 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,422,477); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the stronger camera (168 vs 134); the Google Pixel 10a is noticeably lighter (185g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 10a
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
What makes Google Pixel 10a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 185g vs 226g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1422477
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1707
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4431
- Bigger battery: 5115 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 23W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 10W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 10a vs the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL scores 15 points higher (79/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (86/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (61/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (57/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 10a | Google Pixel 11 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G4 | Tensor G6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1422477 | 1933536 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1707 | 2755 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4431 | 7563 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 5115 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 25W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | 168 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.9×73.0×9.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 185 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 10a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 10a
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 10W
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 5115 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 25W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 10a and Google Pixel 11 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 10a by 26.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a bit better (83/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (86/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (94/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 10a (61/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 10a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (57/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 10a or the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 10a — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 10a and the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10a has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL — 79/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 10a or the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on camera score (94/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 10a or the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on performance (83/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 10a over the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 10a is a better fit for active users. The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.