Google Pixel 11 Pro XL vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
Key differences
- The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 launched ₹10,000 cheaper than the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (₹1,24,999 vs ₹1,34,999).
- The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery: 5,115mAh against 4,300mAh.
- Only the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has a dedicated telephoto camera.
Full specifications compared
| Specification | Google Pixel 11 Pro XL | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 |
|---|---|---|
| Spec score | 7.5/10 | 6.7/10 |
| Brand | Google Pixel | Samsung |
| Model | Pixel 11 Pro XL | Galaxy Z Flip8 |
| India launch date | 12 August 2026 | 22 July 2026 |
| First sale | 20 August 2026 | Not published |
| Launch price | From ₹1,34,999 | From ₹1,24,999 |
| Variants | 12GB RAM + 256GB · 16GB RAM + 512GB | 12GB RAM + 256GB · 12GB RAM + 512GB |
| Display | 6.8", Super Actua LTPO OLED, 1344x2992, 120Hz, 3,600 nits peak | 6.9", Dynamic AMOLED 2X, 2520x1080, 120Hz |
| Screen protection | Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | 4.1" |
| Processor | Google Tensor G6 | Not published |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | Not published |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 12GB |
| Rear camera | 50MP main + 48MP ultrawide + 48MP telephoto (5x) | 256GB / 512GB |
| Front camera | Not published | 50MP main + 12MP ultrawide |
| Rear video | Not published | 10MP |
| Front video | Not published | 4K@60 |
| Battery | 5,115mAh | Not published |
| Wired charging | Not published | 4,300mAh |
| Wireless charging | 25W | Not published |
| 5G | Yes | Not published |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| Operating system | Android 17 | Yes |
| OS updates promised | 7 years | Not published |
| Water/dust rating | IP68 | Not published |
| Weight | 226 g | Not published |
| Thickness | 8.5 mm | 180 g |
| NFC | Yes | 6.1 mm |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Yes |
| Bluetooth | 6 | Wi-Fi 7 |
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | 5.4 |
| Fingerprint | Not published | USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 |
| Colours | Canyon, Olive, Fog, Obsidian | Not published |
Frequently asked questions
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL or Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — which is better?
On our spec score the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL is ahead, 7.5/10 against 6.7/10. Spec score = processor tier 30% + camera hardware 25% + display 15% + battery and charging 15% + promised software updates 15%, calculated from the official specifications. It is not a hands-on review. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 launched ₹10,000 cheaper than the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL (₹1,24,999 vs ₹1,34,999). The Google Pixel 11 Pro XL has the bigger battery: 5,115mAh against 4,300mAh.