Google Pixel 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 8a
Our Verdict: The Pixel 8a and the Pixel 11 Pro are two years apart, which is enough for a real difference. The 8a has the better camera on paper, 64MP versus 50MP, and the 11 Pro has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.3" against 6.1" and sharper at 497 PPI. The 11 Pro goes up to 1TB of storage, where the 8a tops out at 256GB, and the 8a is the lighter phone at 188g against 207g. Coming from the 8a, the 11 Pro is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 8a starts at £160 SIM-free.
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Google Pixel 8a
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| Expert Rating | 3.7 10 reviews |
4.3 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.1" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | OLED |
| Resolution | 1280 x 2856 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 497 | 431 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 64 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,850 mAh | 4,492 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 128GB, 256GB |
| OS | Android 17 | Android |
| 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/6e/7 | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e |
| Bluetooth | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| Dimensions | 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm | 152.1 x 72.7 x 8.9 mm |
| Weight | 207 grams | 188 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) | IP67 - Dust and water resistant |
| Contracts |
£29.99/mo
£199.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £1029.00 | £159.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Google Pixel 8a's 6.1", the Google Pixel 11 Pro has the sharper display at 497 pixels per inch versus 431, and the Google Pixel 11 Pro uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Google Pixel 8a has a OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 8a has a 64 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.
Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 8a is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £159.99.
What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 8a comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Google Pixel 8a use?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is powered by the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm), while the Google Pixel 8a uses the Google Tensor G3 (4 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Google Pixel 8a?
It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 8a is lighter but the Google Pixel 11 Pro is more compact. It's 19g lighter at 188 grams, though the Google Pixel 11 Pro is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm, the Google Pixel 11 Pro is slimmer at 8.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 11 Pro or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Google Pixel 8a is rated IP67 - Dust and water resistant.
What operating system do the Google Pixel 11 Pro and Google Pixel 8a run?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro runs Android 17 and the Google Pixel 8a runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.