Asus ROG Phone 9 vs Google Pixel 11
Compare Asus ROG Phone 9 vs Google Pixel 11 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs Google Tensor G6, 50MP vs 48MP camera, 5800mAh vs 4985mAh battery…
Asus
Asus ROG Phone 9
$999
8categories won
Pixel 11
$899
9categories won
4 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Asus ROG Phone 9 takes the overall win
The Asus ROG Phone 9 claims the overall win over the Google Pixel 11, delivering a stronger technical package across battery endurance and core hardware. In camera testing, the Pixel 11 leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the Asus ROG Phone 9. Choose the Asus ROG Phone 9 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Pixel 11 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
Asus ROG Phone 9 wins on endurance with 5,800 mAh and 65W fast charging.
Asus ROG Phone 9 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
Pixel 11 takes photography with 48MP optics and 5x optical telephoto capabilities.
Pixel 11 wins on budget and value at $899 compared to $999.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Asus ROG Phone 9 vs Pixel 11: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.78" | 6.3" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1080 x 2424Winner |
| Pixel density | 388 ppi | 422 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 185 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2500 nits | 3000 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Google Tensor G6 |
| Process node | 3 nm | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,120,000Winner | 1,856,183 |
| Geekbench multi | 10180Winner | 6275 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 512GB |
Camera
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MPWinner | 48 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 5x |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 13 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 10.5 MP |
| Max video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps Gimbal OIS | 4K@60fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,800 mAhWinner | 4,985 mAh |
| Wired charging | 65 WWinner | 30 W |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 25 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 227 g | 197 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.9 mm | 8.6 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Armor aluminum frame, AniMe Vision programmable mini-LED rear matrix, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 front | Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), glass back (Gorilla Glass Victus 2), aluminum frame |
Software and support
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 15 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 4 years | 7 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 5 years | 7 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Asus ROG Phone 9 | Pixel 11 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $999 | $899Winner |
Asus ROG Phone 9
The Asus ROG Phone 9 breaks display speed barriers with a 185Hz LTPO AMOLED panel, powered by Qualcomm's 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite. Features a rear AniMe Vision programmable mini-LED matrix that lets you play retro mini-games on the back, AirTrigger ultrasonic touch sensors, 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal OIS, dual USB-C ports, and IP68 water resistance.
- Display
- 6.78"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,800mAh
Google Pixel 11
The Google Pixel 11 is a $899 premium smartphone tailored for mobile photography enthusiasts and AI users. Featuring a 6.3-inch 120Hz OLED, a 3nm Tensor G6 chip, and a 5x optical telephoto lens, it delivers a robust seven-year Android 17 update lifecycle in an IP68-rated frame.
- Display
- 6.3"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G6
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 4,985mAh