Google Pixel 11a vs Sony Xperia 1 III
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Sony Xperia 1 III (2021) runs on the Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 60/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 12 MP; the Google Pixel 11a is faster in AnTuTu (1,933,536 vs 1,232,200).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Sony Xperia 1 III
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1933536 vs 1232200
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 48MP vs 12MP
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 65/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 III better?
- Faster wireless charging: 11W vs 10W
- Better camera (46/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Sony Xperia 1 III, the Google Pixel 11a scores 5 points higher (65/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III leads (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a leads (54/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (83/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Sony Xperia 1 III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 1232200 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.5" OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1644x3840 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 11W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 105 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65/IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×71.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 186 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Sony Xperia 1 III
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 6.5" OLED
- Resolution: 1644x3840
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Sony Xperia 1 III
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 11W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Sony Xperia 1 III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 11a leads Sony Xperia 1 III by 56.9% 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 notably outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 III (83/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 III is a bit better (46/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the Sony Xperia 1 III by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Sony Xperia 1 III — 60/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 11a or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Sony Xperia 1 III leads on camera score (46/100 vs 36/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 11a or the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11a leads on performance (83/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Sony Xperia 1 III?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 III is a better fit for active users.