Google Pixel 11a vs Sony Xperia 1 VI
The Google Pixel 11a (2026) runs on the Google Tensor G6, while the Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 11a leads — 65/100 vs 64/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Google Pixel 11a has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 1,933,536).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 11a
Sony Xperia 1 VI
What makes Google Pixel 11a better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2755 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7563 vs 6511
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 80/100)
What makes Sony Xperia 1 VI better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 1933536
- Faster wireless charging: 15W vs 10W
- Better camera (39/100 vs 36/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 11a vs the Sony Xperia 1 VI, the Google Pixel 11a scores 1 points higher (65/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 11a | Sony Xperia 1 VI | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | |
| AnTuTu | 1933536 | 2096581 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2755 | 2203 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7563 | 6511 | |
| Display | 6.3" OLED | 6.5" LTPO OLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2424 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 30W | |
| Wireless charging | 10W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | — | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3350 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: —
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 11a
- 6.3" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2424
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 11a
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 10W
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 11a and Sony Xperia 1 VI, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Google Pixel 11a by 7.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (82/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Google Pixel 11a are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VI are nearly equal (54/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 11a or the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Google Pixel 11a edges out the Sony Xperia 1 VI by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 11a and the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Google Pixel 11a has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Sony Xperia 1 VI — 64/100.
Should you choose the Google Pixel 11a over the Sony Xperia 1 VI?
The Google Pixel 11a is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for gamers and power users.