iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Which is better

iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: The Google Pixel 7 Pro is one of the most advanced automated smartphones of the year. The iQOO 11 Pro on the other hand is one of the most powerful phones of the year. But between the Pixel 7 Pro and iQOO 11 Pro, which is better?

The Google Pixel 7 Pro has the best software and user experience in a smartphone while the iQOO 11 Pro has one of the most powerful chipsets in an android smartphone. In this iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro specs comparison, we’ll be sharing the similarities and differences between these two phones. By the time you get to the conclusion of this article, you should know which phone is right for you, the Google Pixel 7 Pro or the iQOO 11 Pro.

iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro

Specs	iQOO 11 Pro	Pixel 7 Pro
Display	6.78-inches, 144Hz	6.7-inches, 120Hz
Display Features	LTPO AMOLED, HDR10+	LTPO AMOLED, HDR10+
RAM	up to 16GB	up to 12GB
Storage	up to 512GB	up to 512GB
MicroSD Card	NO	NO
Back Camera	50MP + 13MP + 50MP	50MP + 48MP + 12MP
Front Camera	16MP	10.8MP
Chipset	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2	Google Tensor G2
Software	Android 13	Android 13
Battery	4,700mAh (200W)	5,000mAh (23W)
Water & DustProof	YES (unspecified)	YES (IP68)

iQOO 11 Pro vs Pixel 7 Pro: Display, Design, and Durability

The iQOO 11 Pro has a 6.78-inch AMOLED display that supports HDR10+ and 144Hz refresh rate while the Google Pixel 7 Pro has a smaller 6.7-inch AMOLED display that supports HDR10+ and 120Hz refresh rate. The front design of both smartphones is very similar because both have the same curved screen and a centered punch hole.

On the rear, both smartphones also look very different. The iQOO 11 Pro has a rectangular camera module on the back panel while the Google Pixel 7 Pro has a rear camera module that runs across the rear panel horizontally at the top. The pictures above best describe the difference in design between the Pixel 7 Pro and iQOO 11 Pro.

As for durability, both phones are made of the same materials but the Pixel 7 Pro is certified to be IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) and the display is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus but the iQOO 11 Pro is not certified to have either feature. The volume and power buttons are located on the right side of the frame on both phones.

iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Camera

Camera	iQOO 11 Pro	Pixel 7 Pro
Primary	50MP	50MP
Telephoto	13MP	48MP
Ultra-wide	50MP	12MP
Front	16MP	10.8MP

The iQOO 11 Pro has good camera sensors but the Google Pixel 7 Pro has better camera sensors and more camera features. The iQOO 11 Pro has a 50MP OIS main camera while the Google Pixel 7 Pro has a 50MP main camera that has OIS and Laser AutoFocus features. The main camera of the Google Pixel 7 Pro takes sharper and more detailed photos than the main camera of the iQOO 11 Pro.

The Pixel 7 Pro has a 48MP telephoto lens that has multi-directional PDAF, OIS stabilization, and can do 5x optical zoom while iQOO 11 Pro has a 13MP telephoto lens that can do 2x optical zoom without an OIS feature. The telephoto lens of the Pixel 7 Pro takes clearer photos of objects from distance better than the iQOO 11 Pro.

The cameras of the Pixel 7 Pro also have more features such as Guided Frame, SuperRes zoom, Magic Eraser, etc. You should read this unique Google Pixel 7 Features article to know more. Although an average person might not notice it, but the Pixel 7 Pro takes better photos than the iQOO 11 Pro. The cameras of the Pixel 7 Pro also have more features that make using it easier and more fun.

iQOO 11 Pro vs Pixel 7 Pro: Chipset, Performance & Storage

The performance of both smartphones is different because both phones are powered by two different chipsets. The iQOO 11 Pro features the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset while the Google Pixel 7 Pro features the Google Tensor G2 chipset. Both are 5G chipsets built on a 4nm process technology with fast CPU cores and power GPU.

However, the chipset in the iQOO 11 Pro has faster and newer CPU cores than the chipset in the Pixel 7 Pro. The chipset in the iQOO 11 Pro has a faster 5G MODEM, a better AI engine, and a better ISP. We have details of both chipsets and you should read about the Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 and about the Google Tensor G2 to understand the differences.

The storage options available on both smartphones are different. The storage options available in the iQOO 11 Pro are 8GB RAM + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, and 16GB + 512GB storage while the storage options available in the Google Pixel 7 Pro are 8GB + 128GB, 8GB RAM + 256GB, 12GB + 256GB, and 12GB + 512GB storage. None of these phones have space for storage expansion via a microSD card slot.

iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Software

The iQOO 11 Pro boots Origin OS 3 based on Android 13 out of the box while the Google Pixel 7 Pro boots stock Android 13 out of the box. The Pixel 7 Pro is expected to get up to five years of software updates while the iQOO 11 Pro will get three. The UI, icons, settings, navigation, etc on both smartphones are different.

iQOO 11 Pro vs Pixel 7 Pro: Battery & Other Features

The iQOO 11 Pro is powered by a 4,700mAh battery while the Google Pixel 7 Pro is powered by a 5,000mAh battery. The Pixel 7 Pro supports 23W wired and wireless fast charging while the iQOO 11 Pro supports 200W wired and 50W wireless fast charging. Other features available in both smartphones are:

stereo speakers
Fingerprint (under display)
Always-on display (Pixel 7 Pro only)
32-bit/384kHz audio (iQOO 11 Pro)
USB Type-C 2.0, USB On-The-Go
Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (Pixel 7 Pro only)
NFC
Infrared Port (iQOO 11 Pro)
GPS
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, etc.

iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Price

The starting price of the iQOO 11 Pro (8 + 256GB) is about $899 which is $100 cheaper than the $999 price of the Google Pixel 7 Pro (8GB + 256GB). So, between the iQOO 11 Pro and Google Pixel 7 Pro which is better? See the conclusion of this iQOO 11 Pro vs Pixel 7 Pro comparison below for the answer.

iQOO 11 Pro	Price
Buy on Giztop	$899.00

Google Pixel 7 Pro	Price
Buy on Amazon	$899
Buy on Amazon (EUR)	€899
Buy on Amazon (UK)	£849

iQOO 11 Pro vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Conclusion

Overall, the iQOO 11 Pro is better than the Google Pixel 7 Pro. This is because it has a better chipset, better-charging solutions, smoother refresh rate, etc. But, the Pixel 7 Pro is better when it comes to AI and automation. Below are the PROS and CONS of the iQOO 11 Pro and Pixel 7 Pro.

iQOO 11 Pro vs Pixel 7 Pro: PROS and CONS

The iQOO 11 Pro has a better chipset and thus better performance than the Pixel 7 Pro
The Pixel 7 Pro has a bigger battery but the iQOO 11 Pro has faster wired and wireless charging
The Pixel 7 Pro has better camera sensors and features and hence takes better photos and videos than the iQOO 11 Pro
The Pixel 7 Pro will get more years of software updates than the iQOO 11 Pro
The iQOO 11 Pro has a smoother 144Hz refresh rate compared to the 120Hz of the Pixel 7 Pro
The Pixel 7 Pro is more durable than the iQOO 11 Pro
The iQOO 11 Pro has better audio quality than the Pixel 7 Pro

The iQOO 11 Pro is a better gaming smartphone than the Pixel 7 Pro while the Pixel 7 Pro is a better AI phone than the iQOO 11 Pro. And for the extra charging features and smoother refresh rate, the iQOO 11 Pro is a better phone than the Pixel 7 Pro.