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Apple iPhone 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 9 Pro XL Comparison

A detailed, side-by-side comparison to help you pick the right phone.
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
Apple
Apple iPhone 11 Pro
9.0 / 10
Compass Score
From 40 critic reviews
Full review →
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
Google
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL
8.7 / 10
Compass Score
From 67 critic reviews
Full review →
Verdict

Pros & cons

iPhone 11 Pro

Pixel 9 Pro XL

A stylish, premium device that excels in photography and offers advanced AI features for a seamless experience.

+
Good
+ Great camera quality
+ Strong AI features
+ Vibrant display
+ Long battery life
+ Excellent design
−
Not
− High price point
− Some AI features feel gimmicky
− Limited raw performance
− No charger included
− Hefty design
Spec data

How they compare

Choosing the cheaper iPhone 11 Pro means giving up most on: Camera zoom

iPhone 11 Pro
Pixel 9 Pro XL
Price (MSRP)
$999
Price (MSRP)
$1,099
OS
iOS
OS
Android
Processor
Apple A13 Bionic Hexa-core
Processor
Google Tensor G4 (4 nm) Octa-core
Camera zoom
—
Camera zoom
5×
Battery life
—
Battery life
—
Wired charging
—
Wired charging
37W
Wireless charging
—
Wireless charging
23W
Display
Color
Display
Color
Software support
—
Software support
—
Repairability
—
Repairability
—
Weight
188g (6.6 oz)
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Fingerprint
No
Fingerprint
Yes
Highlighted cells indicate the stronger value where a clear winner exists.
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Third-party data

Testing & benchmarks

iPhone 11 Pro
Pixel 9 Pro XL
DxOMark v6
—
DxOMark v6
160
photo 163 · video 155
AnTuTu v10
—
AnTuTu v10
—
GSMArena endurance
—
GSMArena endurance
—
iFixit repairability
—
iFixit repairability
—
Physical comparison

Size & weight

Footprint · to scale
iPhone 11 Pro
5.7" × 2.8"
Pixel 9 Pro XL
6.4" × 3"
Thickness · to scale
iPhone 11 Pro
0.3"
Pixel 9 Pro XL
0.3"
Height
5.7" (144 mm)
Height
6.4" (162.8 mm)
Width
2.8" (71.4 mm)
Width
3" (76.6 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.1 mm)
Depth
0.3" (8.5 mm)
Weight
188g (6.6 oz)
Weight
221g (7.8 oz)
Screen
5.8"
Screen
6.8"

Dimensions shown in inches (mm). Silhouettes are proportionally scaled for visual comparison.

Common questions

iPhone 11 Pro vs Pixel 9 Pro XL: FAQ

Which is better, the iPhone 11 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro XL?
Based on aggregated critic reviews, the iPhone 11 Pro earns a Compass Score of 9.0 compared to 8.7 for the Pixel 9 Pro XL. That 0.3-point gap reflects stronger reviews across the board, though individual priorities like camera quality, battery life, or price could tip the scales the other way. Scores aggregate dozens of expert opinions, so they are a useful starting point, not the final word.
Which phone is more affordable, the iPhone 11 Pro or Pixel 9 Pro XL?
The iPhone 11 Pro launches at $999, which is $100 less than the Pixel 9 Pro XL at $1,099. Street prices shift after launch, so check current deals for both phones before deciding.

Specifications sourced from manufacturers and third-party databases. Last updated October 2026. Suggest a correction →