Google Pixel 11a vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL (2024) runs on the Google Tensor G4. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads — 74/100 vs 65/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5060); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,672,795).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1672795
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 5200
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5060 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 74/100)
What makes Google Pixel 9 Pro XL better?
- Faster charging: 37W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 23W vs 10W
- Better camera (88/100 vs 36/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (86/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL scores 9 points higher (74/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Google Pixel 9 Pro XL | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Google Tensor G4 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1672795 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 5200 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 2992x1344 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5060 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 37W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 23W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 160 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 42 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.8×76.6×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | — | 221 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- Main: 50MP f/1.68
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 42MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 6.8" Super Actua LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 2992x1344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
- 5060 mAh
- Wired: 37W
- Wireless: 23W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Google Pixel 9 Pro XL by 15.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Google Pixel 11a
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (83/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (86/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 11a (88/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL edges out the Google Pixel 11a by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera score (88/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.