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technology2 days ago•8 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro Fold: thinner and lighter, but not enough to beat rivals

The Pixel 11 Pro Fold trims weight and thickness but sacrifices battery capacity and charging speed, delivering only modest upgrades over last year. With a smaller 4,750mAh battery, 30W charging, and Tensor G6 concerns, it struggles to justify its $1,899 price against Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and Motorola Razr Fold. The review questions Google’s continued foldable strategy and suggests a more ambitious redesign or a temporary skip of a generation might be necessary to compete.

via Android Authority|

#battery-life #foldable-phones #galaxy-z-fold-8-ultra

technology4 days ago•11 min saved

Tensor G6 Delivers Some CPU Gains but Trails Snapdragon and iPhone in Pixel 11 Pro XL

The Pixel 11 Pro XL’s Tensor G6 brings roughly 20% higher single- and multi-core CPU performance vs the G5, but Google’s chip still lags behind Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and Apple’s A-series in raw speed, especially for gaming where the Galaxy S26 Ultra and iPhone 17 Pro Max pull ahead by about 2.5x at launch and maintain a sizable lead after throttling. Benchmarks show only modest gains in AI/ML and GPU performance, with Tensor’s 3nm process not delivering the kind of power efficiency or speed parity hoped. Storage tests note the Pixel is slightly faster than its predecessor but slower than the Galaxy, and battery life results are still pending. Overall, Tensor G6 improves efficiency but does not close the performance gap against its main rivals, though Google may gain if the efficiency benefits translate to real-world longevity.

via PhoneArena|

#benchmarks #gaming #pixel-11-pro-xl

technology5 days ago•25 min saved

Tensor G6 boosts CPU but Pixel 11 still lags behind top rivals

Android Authority finds the Tensor G6 delivers CPU/TPU gains but still trails flagship rivals in raw CPU/GPU power and sustained gaming, with the Pixel 11’s RAM downgrade hurting long-term performance; no ray tracing keeps gaming behind rivals, so buy the Pixel for Google’s features rather than top-end performance.

via Android Authority|

#google #google-pixel #google-pixel-11

technology6 days ago•4 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro elevates Google's flagship with a new Tensor G6 and upgraded cameras

Google’s Pixel 11 Pro debuts with the Tensor G6, a 6.3-inch LTPO OLED at 120Hz, and upgraded main (50MP), tele (48MP), and ultra-wide (48MP) cameras plus 8K video and a 42MP front camera. It packs a 4850mAh battery with 30W wired and 25W wireless charging, IP68 protection, and Android 17 with up to seven OS updates. The base 128GB/12GB RAM model carries a $100 price hike and faces cutbacks like a smaller battery, removal of the thermometer sensor, and a USB 2.0 data cable in the box. Overall, a meaningful flagship upgrade for Google fans, trading some concessions for stronger cameras, display, and software.

via GSMArena.com|

#120hz-ltpo-oled #8k-video #ip68

technology6 days ago•7 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro: Tensor G6 Delivers CPU Gains but Software Still a Mixed Bag

The Pixel 11 Pro ships with Android 17 and Google’s pledge of seven years of updates. The software remains a mixed bag: clever ecosystem integrations via Gemini feel innovative, but the experience can seem barebones or privacy-concerning, and the HiLight LED feature is oddly limited. On the performance side, the Tensor G6 brings meaningful CPU improvements (roughly 17% single-core and 21% multi-core in Geekbench 6) while GPU stays similar to the G5; real-world use is smoother, and thermals are better than before thanks to a larger cooling setup, though throttling still kicks in due to the phone’s compact size. Overall, real-world performance is solid, but the software experience still lags behind some rivals and can feel uneven.

via GSMArena.com|

#android-17 #gemini #google-pixel-11-pro

technology6 days ago•5 min saved

Pixel 11 Series Battery Life: Efficiency Triumph with Smaller Cells

Google’s Pixel 11 lineup uses smaller batteries but higher efficiency (Tensor G6 and a new MediaTek modem) to deliver 30+ hours of use, narrowing the gap with last year’s models. The Pixel 11 has a 4985mAh battery with 25W wireless charging and ~55% charge in 30 minutes; Pro and XL sizes are 4850mAh and 5115mAh, with Pro XL charging up to ~75% in 30 minutes. Real-world testing shows around 3–4 hours of screen-on time on the Pro and about 3 hours on the XL, with a typical day ending at 10–20% on the regular Pixel 11; Extreme Charging mode accelerates top-ups below 50%. Battery life varies with usage (e.g., wireless Android Auto can drain more). Full reviews are coming next week.

via Droid Life|

#battery-life #charging #pixel-11

technology8 days ago•24 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro XL benchmarks hint at Tensor G6 boost, but rivals still ahead

Early Geekbench results for the Pixel 11 Pro XL show a roughly 14% single‑core and 20% multi‑core uplift over the Pixel 10 Pro XL, thanks to the new Tensor G6 and Titan M3, but the Pixel still trails the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (about 3,082/10,381 in scores). The Pixel 11 line, including the non‑XL, shares core specs, and Google is targeting an August 20 launch with pre‑order promos like a $200 gift card for Pro models; as with all early benchmarks, take the numbers with caution until official reviews arrive.

via PC Guide|

#benchmarks #geekbench #google-pixel

technology8 days ago•16 min saved

Leaked 3DMark result hints Pixel 11 Pro Tensor G6 lags flagship GPUs

A leaked 3DMark Wild Life Extreme result for the Pixel 11 Pro with the Tensor G6 shows 2,653 points (about 15.89 fps), about 21% behind the Tensor G5 and roughly 2.7× slower than the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; the test ran on a display unit, so it’s unverified and could be affected by ambient temperature, and Geekbench Compute data suggest a different picture across workloads, so the gap may vary by task.

via Notebookcheck|

#3dmark-wild-life-extreme #gpu-performance #pixel-11-pro

technology9 days ago•7 min saved

Which Google Pixel 11 would you buy? A four-model poll opens as pricing and specs roll out

GSMArena outlines Google’s Pixel 11 lineup — vanilla Pixel 11, Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold — with changes like no 12/128GB option, 12GB RAM on 256GB Pro variants, Tensor G6, and 25W PixelSnap charging, while pre-orders start soon and readers are invited to vote in a weekly poll on their preferred model, with regional price tables included.

via GSMArena.com|

#google-pixel #pixel-11-series #pixel-snap

news12 days ago•9 min saved

Tensor G6 reportedly moves to 3nm, delaying Google's 2nm Tensor era

Rumors that the Tensor G6 would ship on a 2nm process are challenged by a Google VP interview stating the chip uses a 3nm node, meaning the Pixel 11 won't bring a 2nm Google Tensor at launch—and a 2nm Tensor may not arrive until the Pixel 12.

via Android Authority|

#3nm-fabrication #google #google-tensor

deals12 days ago•15 min saved

Pixel 11 Launches with Amazon Perks: $899 Price, $100 Gift Card, and 10% Off

Google's Pixel 11 uses a Tensor G6 built on a 2nm process, offering 256GB base storage and 12GB RAM. Preorders on Amazon are $899 — $100 off the list price — and include a $100 gift card plus an extra 10% off. The phone launches Aug 20, with 7 years of security updates, and no charger included. 128GB options are retired; colors include Frost, Pistachio, Hibiscus, and Obsidian.

via Gizmodo|

#2nm-process #amazon-preorder #deals

technology13 days ago•6 min saved

Pixel 11 lineup debuts with preorder gifts and Watch 5 promos

Google unveils the Pixel 11 family and Pixel Watch 5, with preorder promotions offering gift cards up to $350 (and up to $250 with the Watch when bought together). Promotions run through August 27, 2026, and shipments begin August 20, 2026. The lineup includes the base Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold, priced from $899 to $1,899, plus a 41mm/45mm Pixel Watch 5. All devices use Google's Tensor G6 processor, feature upgraded cameras, Magic Capture video stitching, and Qi2 wireless charging, with carrier trade-in deals also highlighted.

via theverge.com|

#gift-cards #google-pixel-11 #pixel-watch-5

technology14 days ago•1 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro XL Leaks Debut Tensor G6, 16GB RAM Ahead of Google Event

Ahead of Google's Made by Google event, the Pixel 11 Pro XL surfaced on Geekbench with a Tensor G6 CPU (two cores at 2.65 GHz, four at 3.38 GHz, one at 4.11 GHz), 16GB of RAM, and Android 17, posting 2,112 single-core and 5,196 multi-core scores. Separate hands-on images show the Pixel 11 Pro in black and Dune packaging, hinting at a HiLight RGB LED on the rear camera bar and confirming color options Dune, Light Fog, Midnight Haze, and Pine.

via GSMArena.com|

#android-17 #geekbench #google-pixel-11-pro-xl

technology14 days ago•16 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro XL’s Tensor G6 GPU posts a leap in Geekbench Compute but trails Qualcomm flagships

Pixel 11 Pro XL’s Tensor G6 GPU scores 7,757 in Geekbench Compute (OpenGL) at 1,286 MHz, about 80% faster than the Tensor G5 but still well behind Qualcomm flagships; results are influenced by driver optimizations and ANGLE translation, so final launch performance may shift.

via Notebookcheck|

#geekbench-compute #google-pixel #gpu-performance

technology15 days ago•17 min saved

Pixel 11 Pro XL's Tensor G6 Geekbench leak reveals seven-core CPU and clock speeds

A Geekbench 7 listing for Google Pixel 11 Pro XL shows the Tensor G6 with a seven‑core CPU (two cores up to 2.65 GHz, four up to 3.38 GHz, one at 4.11 GHz), 16 GB RAM and Android 17, posting 2,112 in single‑core and 5,196 in multi‑core. The G6 appears to deliver about 7% faster single‑core but roughly 12% lower multi‑core performance than the Tensor G5 reference, likely due to the seven‑core layout, plus a new PowerVR CXTP‑48‑1536 MC1 GPU. Data is pre‑release and may not reflect real‑world performance.

via Notebookcheck|

#geekbench-7 #pixel-11-pro-xl #powervr-gpu