Google Pixel 11 vs Google Pixel 6a
The Google Pixel 11 (2026) runs on the Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 6a (2022) 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 4410); the main camera is 48 MP vs 2 MP; the Google Pixel 11 is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 901,837); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 has the stronger camera (154 vs 122); the Google Pixel 6a is noticeably lighter (178g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11
Google Pixel 6a
What makes Google Pixel 11 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 901837
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 4985 vs 4410 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 2MP
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Google Pixel 6a better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 204g
- Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the Google Pixel 6a, 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 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Google Pixel 6a are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (83/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (53/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Google Pixel 6a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Google Tensor | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 901837 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1477 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3595 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2856 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4985 mAh | 4410 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 122 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 2 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12, upgradable to Android 13 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP67 | |
| Dimensions | — | 152.2×71.8×8.9 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 6a
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6a
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11
- 4985 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 6a
- 4410 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 and Google Pixel 6a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 leads Google Pixel 6a by 114.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (83/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Google Pixel 6a are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (83/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6a (53/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 6a is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 6a?
The Google Pixel 11 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 6a — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the Google Pixel 6a?
The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Google Pixel 6a — 59/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 6a?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 6a?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on performance (83/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the Google Pixel 6a?
The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 6a is a better fit for active users.