Google Pixel 11a vs Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Compare Google Pixel 11a vs Xiaomi 16 Ultra side by side: Google Tensor G6 (2nm TSMC) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2, 48MP vs 50MP camera, 5100mAh vs…
Pixel 11a
$499
3categories won
Xiaomi
16 Ultra
$1,299
13categories won
1 categories tied · 17 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Ultra proves superior overall against the Google Pixel 11a, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 Ultra leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Ultra. Choose the 16 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Pixel 11a if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 Ultra takes battery honors offering 6,200 mAh alongside 120W charging.
16 Ultra provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
16 Ultra takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Pixel 11a provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $499 vs $1299.
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.
Pixel 11a vs 16 Ultra: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Pixel 11a | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.3" | 6.73" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1440 x 3200Winner |
| Pixel density | 418 ppi | 521 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2200 nits | 3600 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Pixel 11a | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Google Tensor G6 (2nm TSMC) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 |
| Process node | 2 nm | — |
| Maximum RAM | 12 GB | 24 GBWinner |
| Maximum storage | 256GB | 2TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Pixel 11a | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 48 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 4Winner |
| Optical zoom | 1x | 3.2xWinner |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 13 MP | 32 MPWinner |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Pixel 11a | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,100 mAh | 6,200 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 27 W | 120 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 10 W | 80 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Pixel 11a | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 184 gWinner | 226 g |
| Thickness | 8.4 mmWinner | 9.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
Software and support
| Specification | Pixel 11a | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 17 |
| OS updates | 7 years | — |
| Security updates | 7 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Pixel 11a | 16 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $499Winner | $1,299 |
Google Pixel 11a
The Pixel 11a brings Google’s flagship 2nm Tensor G6 processor, 7 years of guaranteed updates, a flush camera visor, and 5,200 mAh endurance to the mid-range $499 tier.
- Display
- 6.3"
- Chipset
- Google Tensor G6 (2nm TSMC)
- Main camera
- 48MP
- Battery
- 5,100mAh
Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Equipped with a second-gen 1-inch LOFIC sensor with 15EV dynamic range, stepless physical f/1.6–f/4.0 aperture, a mammoth 200MP 1/1.4" periscope telephoto, 120W wired and 80W wireless charging, and 6,200 mAh capacity, the 16 Ultra is a DSLR in your pocket.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,200mAh