Google launches Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro and Pixel 11 Pro XL
Google has used their self-developed 2nm silicon, Tensor G6, in the Pixel 11 series. The lineup gets up to 16 GB RAM and 512 GB of storage in India
On August 12, 2026, Google unveiled the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL smartphone series in India. These devices come equipped with Android 17 pre-installed and promise seven years of operating system updates along with seven years of security patches. The Pixel 11 series utilizes Google's custom-built 2nm silicon, the Tensor G6.
The lineup boasts up to 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage options in India. Both the Pixel 11 Pro and XL models incorporate an array of LED lights called HiLight, positioned near the camera flash to alert users about incoming calls and Gemini interactions. These phones are IP68 rated for dust and water resistance, and they feature Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 for enhanced durability.
The Pro models are further protected by an anti-scratch coating. Google has also introduced the Pixel Watch 5, available in 41mm and 45mm dial sizes, featuring an Actua 360 display with up to 60 Hz refresh rate, 3,000 nits peak brightness, a 30-hour battery life, and a 465 mAh battery. The watch runs on Qualcomm Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 Accelerated processor, comes with 64 GB of storage, and operates on WearOS 7.0.
It is also IP68 rated for water and dust resistance, capable of withstanding up to 5ATM pressure, and is available in Obsidian, Fog, Olive, and Canyon colors. The Pixel 11 sports a 6.3 inch Actua display with a refresh rate ranging from 60 to 120 Hz and a 4,985 mAh battery, supported by 30W fast charging and 25W wireless charging.
It features a 48 MP main camera, 13 MP ultrawide lens, and 10.8 MP telephoto lens, alongside a 10.5 MP front camera, and is available in Frost, Pistachio, Hibiscus, and Obsidian colors. The Pixel 11 Pro showcases a 6.3 inch Super Actua LTPO OLED display with a 1 to 120 Hz refresh rate and a 3,600 nits peak brightness. It is powered by a 4,850 mAh battery and supports 30W wired and 25W wireless charging.
The device houses a 50 MP main camera, 48 MP ultrawide lens, and 48 MP telephoto lens with 5x zoom, along with a 42 MP front camera, and is offered in Canyon, Olive, Fog, and Obsidian (matte) finishes. The Pixel 11 Pro XL is anticipated to have a 6.8 inch Super Actua LTPO OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a 3,600 nits peak brightness.
It will be equipped with a 5,115 mAh battery, supported by a 45W charging and 25W wireless charging, and will feature a 50 MP main camera, 48 MP ultrawide lens, and 48 MP telephoto lens with 5x zoom, accompanied by a 42 MP front camera. The device will be available in Canyon, Olive, Fog, and Obsidian (matte) shades. The Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL will be available for pre-order on the Google Store, with a launch date of August 20.
Pricing starts at ₹89,999, ₹1,19,999, and ₹1,34,999 for the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro XL respectively.
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