Google Pixel 11 Pro review: customizable camera and strong specs in a pocket-sized phone

Google has unveiled the Pixel 11 Pro, positioning it as a compact flagship that combines the company’s latest hardware with its signature software enhancements. The device features a 6.3‑inch QHD+ OLED display with a 120 Hz refresh rate and a resolution of 495 ppi, housed in a frame measuring 152.7 mm by 71.9 mm and 8.4 mm thick. Powered by the Google Tensor G6 processor, the phone is available with 12 GB or 16 GB of RAM and storage options of 256 GB, 512 GB, or 1 TB, while running Android 17.

The Pixel 11 Pro’s camera system includes a 50‑megapixel main sensor, a 48‑megapixel ultra‑wide lens, and a 48‑megapixel 5× telephoto module, complemented by a 42‑megapixel front‑facing camera. Google highlights extensive photo‑customisation tools that go beyond standard filters, allowing users to modify the look and feel of images. Connectivity options cover 5G, eSIM, Wi‑Fi 7, UWB, NFC, Bluetooth 6, Thread, and GNSS, and the device meets an IP68 rating for water resistance (1.5 m for 30 minutes). Weighing 204 g, the Pixel 11 Pro aims to compete for the title of best smaller smartphone of the year by delivering high‑end performance in a pocket‑friendly package.