OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Which is better

OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: The Google Pixel 7 Pro is a smartphone that has a great camera system and incredible AI capabilities. The OnePlus 11 on the other hand is a very powerful chipset and is cheaper than the Pixel 7 Pro. But, between the Pixel 7 Pro and OnePlus 11, which is better? Which should you buy?

If you’re an intensive gamer and play games with your phone a lot, then the OnePlus 11 might appeal to you. But, for a complete flagship experience, the Pixel 7 Pro definitely the phone to buy. To help you better understand which is better, in this OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro specs comparison article, I’ll compare the specs of both phones and highlight their similarities and differences.

OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro

Specs	OnePlus 11	Pixel 7 Pro
Display	6.7-inches, 120Hz	6.7-inches, 120Hz
Display Features	AMOLED, HDR10+, Dolby Vision	AMOLED, HDR10+
RAM	up to 16GB	up to 12GB
Storage	up to 512GB	up to 512GB
MicroSD Card	NO	NO
Back Camera	50MP + 32MP + 48MP	50MP + 48MP + 12MP
Front Camera	16MP	10.8MP
Chipset	Snapdragon 8 Gen 2	Google Tensor G2
Software	Android 13	Android 13
Battery	5,000mAh (100W)	5,000mAh (23W)
Water & DustProof	Unspecified	YES (IP68)

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

The OnePlus 11 and Google Pixel 7 Pro have a 6.7-inch AMOLED curved display that supports HDR10+ and 120Hz refresh rate. The display of the Pixel 7 Pro is brighter than that of the OnePlus 11. The screen of both smartphones is curved but while the OnePlus 11 has its punch hole on the top left corner of the screen that of the Pixel 7 Pro is on the top center of the screen.

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

As for durability, both smartphones are made of Glass fronts, glass back (Gorilla Glass), and aluminum frames. However, only the Google Pixel 7 Pro is certified to be IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) and Always-on display feature. The display of both smartphones is protected by Gorilla Glass. The OnePlus 11 weighs about 205 g (7.23 oz) while the Pixel 7 Pro weighs about 212 g (7.48 oz) – the Pixel 7 Pro is heavier.

The volume and power buttons are located on the right side of the frame on both phones. Both phones do not have microSD card slots and 3.5mm headphone jack ports but both phones have stereo speakers, a microphone, and a USB Type-C port. There is a dedicated slider button on the OnePlus 11 that is not available in the Pixel 7 Pro.

OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Camera

Camera	OnePlus 11	Pixel 7 Pro
Primary	50MP	50MP
Telephoto	32MP	48MP
Ultra-wide	48MP	12MP
Front	16MP	10.8MP

The Google Pixel 7 Pro takes better photos and videos than the OnePlus 11. This is because the Pixel 7 pro has more camera features and the AI inside is better integrated with its ISP. Both smartphones have a 50-megapixel main camera but while the main camera of the Pixel 7 Pro has multi-directional PDAF, Laser AF, and OIS features, that of the OnePlus 11 only has PDAF and OIS.

The 32-megapixel telephoto lens of the OnePlus 11 has a PDAF feature and can do 2x optical zoom while the 48-megapixel telephoto lens of the Pixel 7 Pro has multi-directional PDAF and OIS features, and can do 5x optical zoom. Even the 10.8-megapixel front camera of the Pixel 7 Pro can record videos in 4K resolution but the 16-megapixel front camera of the OnePlus 11 can only record videos in 1080p resolution.

It’s the extra features that make the Google Pixel 7 Pro a better camera phone than the OnePlus 11. There are also lots of AI capabilities that make using the cameras of the Pixel 7 Pro a delight. You can read about these features in this exclusive Pixel 7 Pro camera features post.

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

The performance of the OnePlus 11 is different from that of the Google Pixel 7 Pro because both phones feature different chipsets. The Google Pixel 7 Pro features the Google Tensor G2 chipset while the OnePlus 11 features the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset. The chipset in the OnePlus 11 is built on a 4nm process technology while that of the Pixel 7 Pro is built on a 5nm process technology.

The chipset in the Redmi K60 Pro is better than the chipset in the Google Pixel 7 Pro when it comes to raw performance. The chipset in the Redmi K60 Pro is faster and more power efficient because it has newer CPU cores, newer ISP, newer AI engines, etc. However, the chipset in the Pixel 7 Pro is built for enhancing AI capabilities and this is one area where it’s better than the OnePlus 11.

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

OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Software

The OnePlus 11 boots ColorOS 13 based on Android 13 out of the box while the Google Pixel 7 Pro boot Android 13 out of the box. The OnePlus 11 is expected to get three years of software updates while the Pixel 7 Pro is expected to get five years of software updates. The UI, icons, settings, navigation, etc on both smartphones are different.

OnePlus 11 vs Pixel 7 Pro: Battery & Charging Features

The OnePlus 11 and Google Pixel 7 Pro are powered by a 5,000mAh battery. The OnePlus 11 supports 100W wired fast charging but no wireless charging while the Pixel 7 Pro supports 23W wired and wireless charging. The OnePlus 11 is available in green and black colors while the Google Pixel 7 Pro is available in Snow, Hazel, and Obsidian colors.

OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Price

The starting price of the Google Pixel 7 Pro (8 + 128GB) is about $899 which is more expensive than the $699 starting price of the OnePlus 11 (12GB + 256GB). The OnePlus 11 gives you more RAM and storage for a lesser price. But, between the Google Pixel 7 Pro and OnePlus 11, which should you buy? See the conclusion of this OnePlus 11 vs Pixel 7 Pro comparison below for the answer.

Buy the OnePlus 11 and Pixel 7 Pro

OnePlus 11	Price
Buy on Giztop	$699.00
Buy on Amazon	$699.99
Buy on Amazon(UK)	£729.00

Google Pixel 7 Pro	Price
Buy on Amazon	$899.00
Buy on Amazon (EUR)	€899.00
Buy on Amazon (UK)	£849.00

OnePlus 11 vs Google Pixel 7 Pro: Conclusion

The OnePlus 11 is good but the Google Pixel 7 Pro is a better flagship phone. The Pixel 7 Pro has a better camera system, wireless charging, better AI capabilities, and is water and dustproof. For the best flagship experience, we’ll recommend the Pixel 7 Pro ahead of the OnePlus 11. But I’ll recommend the OnePlus 11 for those who want to save money and are into playing graphics-intensive games. The chipset in the OnePlus 11 is better for those who want to enjoy graphics-intensive games.

OnePlus 11 vs Pixel 7 Pro: PROS and CONS

The OnePlus 11 has better gaming performance
The Google Pixel 7 Pro supports wireless charging but the OnePlus 11 does not
The OnePlus 11 is cheaper than the Google Pixel 7 Pro
The Google Pixel 7 Pro has a better camera system
The OnePlus 11 has bigger RAM options
The Google Pixel 7 Pro is water and dustproof but the OnePlus 11 is not
Both smartphones have a good audio quality
Both smartphones have colorful, sharp, and smooth display
Both smartphones have 5G network connectivity
Both smartphones have a big 5,000mAh battery
Both phones do not have a microSD card slot and a 3.5mm headphone jack port