Apple iPhone 13 vs Google Pixel 11

Our Verdict: Google Pixel 11 brings a 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED display, a 48MP rear camera and a 4,985 mAh battery, while Apple iPhone 13 uses a smaller 6.1-inch OLED screen and a 12MP rear camera. The iPhone counters with a sharper 457 PPI panel and a lighter 173g body, compared with 421 PPI and 197g for the Pixel. Higher megapixel and mAh figures alone do not guarantee better photos or longer endurance. Pick the Pixel for the larger, faster display and more ambitious camera hardware, or the iPhone for compactness, lower weight and iOS.

Over a full contract, the iPhone 13 works out around £394 all-in, about £254 less than the Pixel 11.

Expert Rating
4.6
10 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Screen
6.1" 6.3"
Display
OLED OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution
2532 x 1170 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch
457 421
Rear Camera
12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera
12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset
Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G6 (2 nm)
Battery
3,227 mAh 4,985 mAh
Storage
128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Apple iOS Android 17
SIM Type
nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth
5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight
173 grams 197 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts
£13.99/mo (£29.00 upfront) £24.99/mo (£9.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£189.00 £799.00
Apple iPhone 13 Apple iPhone 13 Google Pixel 11 Google Pixel 11
Expert Rating 4.6
10 reviews
4.0
11 reviews
Screen 6.1" 6.3"
Display OLED OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+
Resolution 2532 x 1170 1080 x 2424
Pixels Per Inch 457 421
Rear Camera 12 Megapixels 48 Megapixels
Front Camera 12 Megapixels 13 Megapixels
Chipset Apple A15 Bionic Google Tensor G6 (2 nm)
Battery 3,227 mAh 4,985 mAh
Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Apple iOS Android 17
SIM Type nano-SIM and e- SIM nano-SIM and e-SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e
Bluetooth 5.0 with A2DP, LE 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
Weight 173 grams 197 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins) IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Contracts £13.99/mo
£29.00 upfront
£24.99/mo
£9.00 upfront
SIM-free £189.00 £799.00
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 11 cheaper on contract?

Based on total cost of ownership, the Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper on contract at £394.36 over the life of the deal from £13.99 per month with £29.00 upfront.

Which has the better screen, the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 11?

The Google Pixel 11 has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Apple iPhone 13's 6.1", the Apple iPhone 13 has the sharper display at 457 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Apple iPhone 13 uses a OLED panel while the Google Pixel 11 has a OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+.

Which has the better camera, the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 features a 12 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 11 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 13 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £189.00.

What storage options are available for the Apple iPhone 13 and Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 is available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 11 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the Apple iPhone 13 and Google Pixel 11 use?

The Apple iPhone 13 is powered by the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Google Pixel 11 uses the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 is the more portable of the two: it's 24g lighter at 173 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65 mm, and is slimmer at 7.65mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the Apple iPhone 13 or Google Pixel 11?

The Apple iPhone 13 is rated IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), while the Google Pixel 11 is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).

What operating system do the Apple iPhone 13 and Google Pixel 11 run?

The Apple iPhone 13 runs Apple iOS and the Google Pixel 11 runs Android 17. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.