Google Pixel 11 vs Google Pixel 7a
The Google Pixel 11 (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 leads — 77/100 vs 60/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11 has the bigger battery (4985 mAh vs 4385); the main camera is 48 MP vs 64 MP; the Google Pixel 11 is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,126,520); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 11 has the stronger camera (154 vs 133).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11
Google Pixel 7a
What makes Google Pixel 11 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1126520
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 4985 vs 4385 mAh
- Faster charging: 30W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 7W
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (83/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Google Pixel 7a better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 193g vs 204g
- Overall rating 60/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11 vs the Google Pixel 7a, the Google Pixel 11 scores 17 points higher (77/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 leads (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (88/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (53/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 | Google Pixel 7a | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1126520 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1461 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3867 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.1" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2856 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4985 mAh | 4385 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 18W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 7W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 154 | 133 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 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 | 204 g | 193 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 13MP
Google Pixel 7a
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1280x2856
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 7a
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11
- 4985 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Google Pixel 7a
- 4385 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 7W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11 and Google Pixel 7a, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11 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 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (88/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (83/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 7a (53/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 11 and the Google Pixel 7a are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 7a — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11 and the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Google Pixel 7a — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on camera score (83/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11 or the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 leads on performance (83/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11 over the Google Pixel 7a?
The Google Pixel 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Google Pixel 7a is a better fit for active users.