Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 7a
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 7a (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads — 79/100 vs 60/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5115 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,126,520); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the stronger camera (168 vs 133); the Google Pixel 7a is noticeably lighter (193g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
Google Pixel 7a
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 5115 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 226g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 7a, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL scores 19 points higher (79/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (86/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (61/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (52/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro XL | Google Pixel 7a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1126520 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1461 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3867 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5115 mAh | 4385 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, up to 3 major Android upgrades | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.0×72.9×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 5115 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Google Pixel 7a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 7a by 71.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (86/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (94/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (61/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 7a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (52/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Google Pixel 7a — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on camera score (94/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on performance (83/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users.