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Pixel 11 series leaks: Google plays it safe, bets big on performance
ET Online | April 6, 2026 5:38 PM CST

Synopsis

Leaked details reveal the Google Pixel 11 series, including the Pro XL and a foldable variant, are set for an iterative update. Expect a refined design with a cleaner camera bar, familiar displays, and a focus on the new Tensor G6 chip for performance gains.

Google’s next-generation Tensor G6 chip could power Pixel 11 series.
The Google Pixel 11 series has pretty much leaked in full ahead of its expected launch, giving us an early look at what Google could be planning for its next flagship cycle. Unfortunately, this is a trend we see every year with the Google Pixel. Last year as well, the 10 Pro series had leaked from an Ad. shoot in California.

We had already seen details around the Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro, but now even the Pixel 11 Pro XL has reportedly surfaced, alongside the previously spotted Pixel 11 Pro Fold. Put together, this is the clearest picture yet of the entire lineup, though it’s still worth noting that nothing here is official.

From what’s out there, Google doesn’t seem to be chasing a dramatic redesign this year. Instead, the focus appears to be on refining a design language that already works. The most noticeable change is expected in the camera module, with leaks pointing to a cleaner, all-black camera bar replacing the dual-tone finish seen in earlier generations.


It’s not a radical shift, but it does make the devices look a bit more cohesive and premium. The rest of the build, including flat metal frames and glass backs, is expected to stay largely unchanged.

On the display side, things look familiar. The Pixel 11 Pro XL is tipped to feature a 6.8-inch LTPO AMOLED panel, while both the Pixel 11 and Pixel 11 Pro could come with 6.3-inch displays. The foldable variant may retain a 6.4-inch outer screen and an 8-inch inner display. There doesn’t seem to be a big jump in panel tech or size, which suggests Google is focusing more on fine-tuning rather than introducing major hardware changes here.

Where things could get more interesting is under the hood. The entire lineup is expected to be powered by Google’s next-generation Tensor G6 chip. Early leaks hint at a 7-core CPU setup, a possible MediaTek M90 modem, and a new Titan M3 security chip. If this plays out well, it could mark a meaningful shift, especially since performance efficiency has been one of the weaker areas for Tensor chips so far.

Memory and storage configurations are also expected to see a bump. The Pixel 11 Pro XL could come with up to 16GB of RAM and start at 256GB of storage, while the standard Pixel 11 may begin with 12GB RAM and 128GB storage. Details around the Pixel 11 Pro’s configuration are still unclear at this point.

Cameras, interestingly, might not see much of a hardware upgrade. Current leaks suggest Google could stick with a similar setup as the previous generation, including a 50MP primary sensor, a 48MP ultrawide, and a 48MP 5x telephoto on the Pro models. For the base model, expect a slightly toned-down version of this system. That said, with Pixel devices, the real differentiation has always come from software, so any meaningful improvements are likely to be driven by computational photography rather than new sensors.

As for timing, Google is expected to stick to its usual launch window, which means we could see the Pixel 11 series break cover around August. Pricing remains uncertain, but there’s a possibility of a slight increase, especially with rising memory costs globally. For reference, the previous generation started at ₹79,999 for the base model and went all the way up to ₹1,72,999 for the foldable in India.

If the leaks hold up, the Pixel 11 series looks like a classic iterative update. The design is familiar, the displays are steady, and the cameras may not change much on paper. The real story, once again, will likely come down to performance gains and software optimisation. Whether that’s enough in an increasingly crowded flagship market is something we’ll only find out when Google makes it official.


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