Google has introduced the Pixel 11 Pro Fold, a new foldable smartphone unveiled during the Made by Google 2026 event in mid-August. This device joins the existing Pixel 11, 11 Pro, and 11 Pro XL models and is the successor to the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. It marks the third foldable model from Google to be sold internationally, following earlier releases that were limited to select markets like the United States, Germany, Japan, and the United Kingdom.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold has a distinctive, asymmetrical design with a hinge that creates a sharp angle on one side and rounded edges on the other when closed. When open, it features an 8-inch internal display with a more refined hinge, thinner bezels, and a smaller camera module. The phone weighs 239 grams, lighter than its predecessor, and measures 155.2 x 150.4 x 5 mm when open. Inside, it is powered by the Tensor G6 chip, 16 GB of RAM, and a 4806 mAh battery. It also includes fingerprint and facial recognition for security.
The device has two OLED screens: a 6.5-inch external display and an 8-inch internal display. The external screen has a resolution of 1080 x 2342 pixels and a variable refresh rate of 60 to 120 Hz, while the internal screen has a resolution of 2016 x 2152 pixels with a refresh rate from 1 to 120 Hz. Connectivity options include 5G, NFC, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6, along with IP68 certification for water and dust resistance. This level of protection is also found in the Honor Magic V6, while Samsung's latest foldable models only have IP48 certification.
The Pixel 11 Pro Fold includes three rear cameras: a 48-megapixel wide-angle lens, a 10.5-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 10.8-megapixel optical zoom lens. It also has two 10-megapixel front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls. The Tensor G6 chip, which includes seven ARM cores and a PowerVR CXTP-48-1536 GPU, is highlighted for its performance. The device also uses a MediaTek modem instead of Samsung's.
The battery provides enough power for an average of 14 hours and 43 minutes of use, but the phone lacks a microSD card slot and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. It supports wired charging at 30 W and wireless charging at 25 W through Qi2.2 magnetic charging, known as Pixel Snap. In gaming tests, it achieved an average of 106 frames per second, but performance dropped after 10 minutes of intense play, with noticeable heating.
Priced at 1999 euros, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold faces competition from devices like the Motorola Razr Fold, Honor Magic V6, and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. While it offers a refined design, improved performance, and a high-quality display, it is criticized for its somewhat bulky form, visible fold line, and relatively modest wired charging speed compared to thinner and more advanced competitors. Despite these drawbacks, the Pixel 11 Pro Fold remains a strong flagship in the Pixel lineup, offering excellent photography, a polished Android experience, and robust features like IP68 certification and Qi2.2 charging.
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