Google Pixel 11 Pro Review: Android 17 Delivers Long-Term Software Support
The Google Pixel 11 Pro runs on the latest Android 17 operating system, which promises 7 major OS upgrades and 7 years of security patches. This is one of the longest software support periods available for an Android phone, rivalled only by Samsung's software update policy.
Android 17 brings a few new features to the table, including improved data sync capabilities that allow users to transfer more data from their old phone to their new Pixel device. The feature is particularly useful for those switching from iOS to Android.
The operating system also includes a new Quick Share feature that allows cross-platform data transfers with Apple's AirDrop feature on iOS and iPad. Additionally, the UI has undergone some changes, including separating Wi-Fi and Mobile Data quick toggles and enhancing the frosted look of the Notification/Toggle center and volume/power menus.
The Pixel 11 Pro is powered by Google's Tensor G6 chip, which offers improved efficiency and a 50% increase in AI computational power. The SoC features a 7-core CPU with a clock speed of up to 4.1 GHz. However, the GPU performance has barely budged, and ray tracing is not supported.
The phone's performance is generally smooth, but some game titles have been observed to experience graphical glitches and performance issues. Despite this, most games run just fine on the device, including popular titles like Genshin Impact and Call of Duty.