Google Pixel 11 vs Google Pixel 6
The Google Pixel 11 (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 6 (2021) runs on the Google Tensor. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11 leads — 77/100 vs 59/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 has the bigger battery (4985 mAh vs 4614); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11 is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 990,213); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 has the stronger camera (154 vs 126).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11
Google Pixel 6
What makes Google Pixel 11 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 990213
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 4985 vs 4614 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 21W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 204g vs 207g
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 62/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Google Pixel 6 better?
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 21W vs 15W
- Overall rating 59/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the Google Pixel 6, the Google Pixel 11 scores 18 points higher (77/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Google Pixel 6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Google Tensor | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 990213 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1477 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3595 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.4" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2856 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4985 mAh | 4614 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 21W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 21W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 126 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.6×74.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 6
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6
- 6.4" OLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11
- 4985 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 6
- 4614 mAh
- Wired: 21W
- Wireless: 21W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 and Google Pixel 6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 leads Google Pixel 6 by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (83/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (88/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 (83/100 vs 62/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 is a bit better (56/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 11 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Google Pixel 6 — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 62/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on performance (83/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the Google Pixel 6?
The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 6 is a better fit for active users.