Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Google Pixel 7

Our Verdict: If you've got the Pixel 7, the Pixel 11 Pro XL is four years of updates on from it. The 11 Pro XL packs the bigger battery, 5115mAh against 4355mAh, which usually means longer between charges, and the 11 Pro XL has the stronger screen, bigger at 6.8" against 6.3" and sharper at 482 PPI. The 11 Pro XL goes up to 1TB of storage, where the 7 tops out at 256GB, and the 7 is the lighter phone at 195g against 226g. If you're on the 7, the 11 Pro XL is a real step up, but only worth it if the changes above matter to you.

If you'd rather pay up front, the 7 is the cheaper buy at £145 SIM-free.

Expert Rating
3.8
10 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen
6.8" 6.3"
Display
LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution
1344 x 2992 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch
482 418
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
42 Megapixels 10.8 Megapixels
Chipset
Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) Google Tensor G2 (4 nm)
Battery
5,115 mAh 4,355 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 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
162.7 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm 155.64 x 73.16 x 8.7 mm
Weight
226 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts
£29.99/mo (£199.00 upfront) -
SIM-free
£1099.00 £144.99
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Google Pixel 11 Pro XL Google Pixel 7 Google Pixel 7
Expert Rating 3.8
10 reviews
4.4
10 reviews
Screen 6.8" 6.3"
Display LTPO OLED AMOLED
Resolution 1344 x 2992 1080 x 2400
Pixels Per Inch 482 418
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 42 Megapixels 10.8 Megapixels
Chipset Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) Google Tensor G2 (4 nm)
Battery 5,115 mAh 4,355 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 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 162.7 x 76.5 x 8.5 mm 155.64 x 73.16 x 8.7 mm
Weight 226 grams 195 grams
Water Resistance IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes
Contracts £29.99/mo
£199.00 upfront
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SIM-free £1099.00 £144.99
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Google Pixel 11 Pro XL
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

24 Months

256GB

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Data

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£29.99 a month, £199 upfront.

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Google Pixel 7
Google Pixel 7

128GB

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From £144.99

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger screen at 6.8" compared to the Google Pixel 7's 6.3", the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the sharper display at 482 pixels per inch versus 418, and the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Google Pixel 7 has a AMOLED.

Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Google Pixel 7 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 Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £144.99.

What storage options are available for the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, while the Google Pixel 7 comes in 128GB, 256GB.

What processors do the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Google Pixel 7 use?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is powered by the Google Tensor G6 (2 nm), while the Google Pixel 7 uses the Google Tensor G2 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 7 is the more portable of the two: it's 31g lighter at 195 grams, it's also the more compact phone at 155.64 x 73.16 x 8.7 mm.

Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or Google Pixel 7?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is rated IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min), while the Google Pixel 7 is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes.

What operating system do the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL and Google Pixel 7 run?

The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL runs Android 17 and the Google Pixel 7 runs Android. This is one of the biggest factors when choosing between the two, as each ecosystem has its own apps, services and features.