Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 4a 5G
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 4a 5G (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads — 79/100 vs 40/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5115 mAh vs 3885); the main camera is 50 MP vs 2 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 4a 5G is noticeably lighter (168g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
Google Pixel 4a 5G
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 5115 vs 3885 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 84/100)
What makes Google Pixel 4a 5G better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 226g
- Better portability (76/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 4a 5G, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL scores 39 points higher (79/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (94/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (61/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (94/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (61/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (76/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro XL | Google Pixel 4a 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 597974 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 799 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 1836 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.2" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5115 mAh | 3885 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 2 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 16 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 153.9×74.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 168 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 5115 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 4a 5G
- 3885 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Google Pixel 4a 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 4a 5G by 223.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (83/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G are nearly equal (86/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (94/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G (61/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 4a 5G significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (76/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 4a 5G by 39 points (79/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Google Pixel 4a 5G — 40/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on camera score (94/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on performance (83/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 4a 5G?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.