Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL leads on camera hardware with a 50MP main sensor to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro's 12MP, plus a 42MP selfie camera against 12MP, and only the Pixel 9 Pro XL is a 5G phone; the iPhone 11 Pro maxes out at 4G. The Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger battery of the two, 5060mAh against 3046mAh, though iOS and Android manage power differently, so more mAh doesn't always mean longer battery life, and the Pixel 9 Pro XL goes up to 1TB of storage, where the iPhone 11 Pro tops out at 512GB. The Pixel 9 Pro XL is the one to have if you want what it adds, but the iPhone 11 Pro is the smarter buy if you'd rather keep the money.
If you'd rather pay up front, the iPhone 11 Pro is the cheaper buy at £130 SIM-free.
21 reviews 4.4
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Prices updated 25 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
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Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 21 reviews |
4.4 13 reviews |
| Screen | 5.8" | 6.8" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | LTPO AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 1280 x 2856 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 463 | 460 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 42 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 3,046 mAh | 5,060 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 14 |
| SIM Type | Nano SIM | nano-SIM and e-SIM |
| Connectivity | Up to 4G | Up to 5G |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 152.8 x 72 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 199 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes |
| Contracts | - |
£71.08/mo
£30.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £129.99 | £369.00 |
| Prices updated 25 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro's 5.8", both screens are similarly sharp at around 463 pixels per inch, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a LTPO AMOLED.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £129.99.
What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL comes in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is the more portable of the two: it's 11g lighter at 188 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm, and is slimmer at 8.1mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, while the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9 Pro XL run?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL runs Android 14. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.