Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 8a
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 8a (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads — 79/100 vs 65/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery (5115 mAh vs 4492); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,433,693); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the stronger camera (168 vs 136); the Google Pixel 8a is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
Google Pixel 8a
What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro XL better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1433693
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 5115 vs 4492 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
- Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 7W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 70/100)
- Longer battery life (61/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Google Pixel 8a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs the Google Pixel 8a, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL scores 14 points higher (79/100 vs 65/100). 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 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (61/100 vs 39/100). 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 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (94/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (57/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro XL | Google Pixel 8a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1433693 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1722 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 4458 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2992x1344 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5115 mAh | 4492 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | 136 | |
| 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 / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.1×72.7×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 8a
- Main: 64MP f/1.89
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 6.8" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
- 5115 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 25W
Google Pixel 8a
- 4492 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Google Pixel 8a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads Google Pixel 8a by 34.9% 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 and the Google Pixel 8a are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (94/100 vs 70/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8a (61/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8a notably outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (57/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8a — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Google Pixel 8a — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on camera score (94/100 vs 70/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on performance (83/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL over the Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 8a is a better fit for active users.