Google Pixel 11 Pro: What to Expect from Google's Next Flagship
Google's Pixel line has earned a reputation for delivering the best camera and software experience on Android, and the Pixel 11 Pro is shaping up to continue that tradition. Expected to launch in August 2026, here's what the leaks and supply chain reports are telling us.
The Tensor G6: Going 2nm
The Pixel 11 Pro's marquee feature is the Tensor G6 chip, reportedly built on a 2-nanometer TSMC process. This makes it one of the first mobile chips to hit this fabrication milestone, alongside Apple's A20 Pro.
The Tensor G6 is rumored to feature a 7-core CPU architecture designed to balance peak performance demands with thermal management—addressing the overheating complaints that plagued earlier Tensor chips.
Security Upgrade: Titan M3
The Pixel 11 Pro is expected to debut the Titan M3 security coprocessor, upgrading the hardware-level security that protects encryption keys, secure boot, and biometric data. For users who prioritize security (and you should), this is a meaningful step forward.
Connectivity: Moving to MediaTek
In an interesting shift, Google is rumored to switch to a MediaTek M90 modem for 5G connectivity. This move away from Samsung's Exynos modem is expected to improve signal reliability and power efficiency—two areas where previous Pixels occasionally struggled.
Design and Display
The Pixel 11 Pro is expected to maintain a design similar to the Pixel 10, but with refinements like a slimmer camera bar and potentially thinner bezels. Pro models will feature high-refresh-rate LTPO OLED displays with 16GB of RAM.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold
Google may also release a Pixel 11 Pro Fold separately in October 2026, continuing its foldable lineup. Details are scarce, but expect improvements in display crease reduction and a thinner profile.
Why Pixel Owners Should Sell Now
If you're holding a Pixel 9 Pro or Pixel 10 Pro and planning to upgrade, now is the time to sell. Trade-in values for Pixel devices drop faster than iPhones after a new launch, so acting early maximizes your return.
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