Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 9a
Our Verdict: The Google Pixel 9a has the better camera on paper, 48MP versus 12MP, and only the Pixel 9a is a 5G phone; the Apple iPhone 11 Pro maxes out at 4G. The Pixel 9a packs the bigger battery, 5100mAh against 3046mAh, but capacity doesn't compare cleanly across iOS and Android, so it isn't a battery-life verdict on its own, and the Pixel 9a has the bigger screen at 6.3" against 5.8", while the iPhone 11 Pro has the sharper one at 463 PPI. Only pay up for the Pixel 9a if you'll use what it offers; if not, the iPhone 11 Pro makes more sense.
Buying outright, the iPhone 11 Pro starts at £130 SIM-free.
21 reviews 4.4
13 reviews
Prices updated 26 July 2026
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
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Google Pixel 9a
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| Expert Rating | 4.6 21 reviews |
4.4 13 reviews |
| Screen | 5.8" | 6.3" |
| Display | Super Retina XDR OLED | P-OLED, HDR10+, 120Hz, 1800 nits |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1125 | 1080 x 2424 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 463 | 421 |
| Rear Camera | 12 Megapixels | 48 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 12 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+) | Google Tensor G4 (4nm) |
| Battery | 3,046 mAh | 5,100 mAh |
| Storage | 64GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Apple iOS | Android 15 |
| 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/6 tri-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 with A2DP, LE | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 144 x 71.4 x 8.1 mm | 154.7 x 73.3 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 188 grams | 186 grams |
| Water Resistance | Not rated | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts | - |
£14.99/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £129.99 | £304.99 |
| Prices updated 26 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9a?
The Google Pixel 9a has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 11 Pro's 5.8", the Apple iPhone 11 Pro has the sharper display at 463 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 11 Pro uses a Super Retina XDR OLED panel while the Google Pixel 9a has a P-OLED, HDR10+, 120Hz, 1800 nits.
Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9a?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 9a has a 48 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 9a?
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 9a?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is available in 64GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 9a comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9a use?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is powered by the Apple A13 Bionic (7 nm+), while the Google Pixel 9a uses the Google Tensor G4 (4nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 11 Pro or Google Pixel 9a?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is the more portable of the two: they weigh about the same (188 grams vs 186 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 9a?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro is rated Not rated, while the Google Pixel 9a is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Google Pixel 9a run?
The Apple iPhone 11 Pro runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 9a runs Android 15. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.