Google Pixel 11 Pro review: A refined but pricey upgrade, says TechRadar

The phone's design remains largely unchanged from the Pixel 10 Pro, with the main difference being a new all-glass Camera Bar. The temperature sensor found on last year's model has been replaced by an LED that lights up during Gemini interactions and phone calls. Internally, a new Tensor G6 processor powers the device, paired with either 12GB or 16GB of RAM. The base model now offers 256GB of storage instead of 128GB, but the starting price has risen accordingly to $1,099 / £1,079 / AU$1,849. That is $100 more than the Pixel 10 Pro's launch price, although the storage capacity is doubled. TechRadar points out that the base model now has 12GB of RAM, down from 16GB on the previous generation, despite the higher cost.

The camera hardware is mostly identical to the Pixel 10 Pro, but new software features add value. “Camera Looks” allows users to tailor image processing to their preferences, while “Magic Capture” simplifies taking both photos and videos of moments. A new 120x Pro Zoom mode is available but only useful in limited situations, according to the review. Battery life is strong enough to last a full day, and an “Extreme Charge Mode” provides faster charging when time is short. On the software side, the phone runs Android 17 and is loaded with AI features, including a voice dictation tool called Rambler that removes verbal filler and makes speech sound more coherent.

Despite the positive aspects, the review highlights several drawbacks. The price increase “always hurts,” the HiLight feature was described as more of a “lowlight,” and 12GB of memory on the base model may not be enough for some users. Overall, TechRadar gave the Pixel 11 Pro a positive verdict, praising its all-day battery life, Magic Capture, and the new 256GB base storage, while acknowledging that the phone is more of an iterative refinement than a major leap forward.