Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Sony Xperia 1 III

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888. 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 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,232,200); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the stronger camera (168 vs 105); the Sony Xperia 1 III is noticeably lighter (186g vs 226g).

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 III — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

Profile comparison

Category scores

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

Performance 83
Display 86
Camera 94
Battery 61
Portability 33
Value for money —

Sony Xperia 1 III

Performance 65
Display 90
Camera 46
Battery 42
Portability 65
Value for money 30

What makes Google Pixel 11 Pro XL better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1232200
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1500
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3537
  • Bigger battery: 5115 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 30W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
  • Faster wireless charging: 25W vs 11W

  • Higher performance (83/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better camera (94/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Sony Xperia 1 III better?

  • Lighter: 186g vs 226g

  • Better display (90/100 vs 86/100)
  • Better portability (65/100 vs 33/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, 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 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (65/100 vs 33/100).

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL: The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Sony Xperia 1 III: The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Sony Xperia 1 III
Processor Tensor G6 Snapdragon 888
AnTuTu 1933536 1232200
Geekbench Single 2755 1500
Geekbench Multi 7563 3537
Display 6.8" LTPO OLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2992x1344 1644x3840
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5115 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 30W
Wireless charging 25W 11W
DXOMark (camera) 168 105
Main camera 50 MP 12 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 12 MP
Telephoto 48 MP 12 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 17 Android 11
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68 IP65/IP68
Dimensions — 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm
Weight 226 g 186 g
Launch price — $1299

Camera comparison

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
94
camera

Sony Xperia 1 III

  • Main: 12MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
46
camera

Display comparison

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

  • 6.8" LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 2992x1344
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
86
display

Sony Xperia 1 III

  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1644x3840
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display

Battery and charging

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

  • 5115 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 25W
61
battery

Sony Xperia 1 III

  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • Wireless: 11W
42
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Tensor G6
79/100
1933536 AnTuTu
Sony Xperia 1 III Snapdragon 888
60/100 -56.9%
1232200 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 56.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

Price unknown

Sony Xperia 1 III

$1299

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (83/100 vs 65/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III and the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (94/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (61/100 vs 42/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (65/100 vs 33/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 III?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is noticeably better than the Sony Xperia 1 III — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and the Sony Xperia 1 III?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 60/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 III?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on camera score (94/100 vs 46/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or the Sony Xperia 1 III?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL leads on performance (83/100 vs 65/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL over the Sony Xperia 1 III?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.