Google Pixel 11 vs Google Pixel 8a
Our Verdict: The Pixel 11 is two years newer than the Pixel 8a, and it shows in the specs. The 8a has a clearly higher-resolution main camera, 64MP against the 11's 48MP, and the 11 has the bigger battery of the two, 4985mAh against 4492mAh, which should mean longer between charges in day-to-day use. The 11 goes up to 512GB of storage, where the 8a tops out at 256GB, and the 11 has the bigger screen, 6.3" against 6.1". Coming from the 8a, the 11 is a genuine upgrade rather than a token one.
Buying outright, the 8a starts at £160 SIM-free.
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| Expert Rating | 4.0 11 reviews |
4.3 12 reviews |
| Screen | 6.3" | 6.1" |
| Display | OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ | OLED |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2424 | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 421 | 431 |
| Rear Camera | 48 Megapixels | 64 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 13 Megapixels | 13 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Google Tensor G6 (2 nm) | Google Tensor G3 (4 nm) |
| Battery | 4,985 mAh | 4,492 mAh |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB | 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 | 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 | 197 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 |
£24.99/mo
£9.00 upfront |
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| SIM-free | £799.00 | £159.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which has the better screen, the Google Pixel 11 or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 has the bigger screen at 6.3" compared to the Google Pixel 8a's 6.1", the Google Pixel 8a has the sharper display at 431 pixels per inch versus 421, and the Google Pixel 11 uses a OLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ panel while the Google Pixel 8a has a OLED.
Which has the better camera, the Google Pixel 11 or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 features a 48 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 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 and Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 is available in 256GB, 512GB, while the Google Pixel 8a comes in 128GB, 256GB.
What processors do the Google Pixel 11 and Google Pixel 8a use?
The Google Pixel 11 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 or Google Pixel 8a?
It's a trade-off: the Google Pixel 8a is lighter but the Google Pixel 11 is more compact. It's 9g lighter at 188 grams, though the Google Pixel 11 is actually the more compact phone at 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm, the Google Pixel 11 is slimmer at 8.6mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the Google Pixel 11 or Google Pixel 8a?
The Google Pixel 11 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 and Google Pixel 8a run?
The Google Pixel 11 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.