Pixel 11 Falls Short on Hardware Improvements
Google's Pixel 11 has received mixed reviews for its design and hardware. While it retains the same clean and premium look as previous models, some critics argue that it fails to address a long-standing issue: its weight.
The device weighs in at 196 grams, which is significantly heavier than many of its competitors. This is particularly notable when compared to Samsung's Galaxy S26, which tips the scales at just 167 grams.
Author Joe Maring notes that this extra bulk could be justified if it came with significant improvements in battery life or thermal performance. However, he argues that this has not been the case, and that users are left carrying around a phone that is both thick and heavy without any tangible benefits.
Maring suggests that Google should have taken inspiration from Samsung's use of silicon-carbon battery technology in its foldables, which allows for larger batteries to be squeezed into smaller spaces.