Trending Now - Pixel 11 Faces RAM Shortage Amid Exciting Spec Leaks

WHO:

The Verge - Google is the company behind the Pixel 11 lineup.

9to5Google - MysticLeaks is the source of the leaked specifications for the Pixel 11 series.

WHAT:

The Verge - The Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold will have a second configuration with 12GB of RAM, down from the current 16GB in each model, with 16GB configurations still available.

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 series will feature a 6.3-inch display with a resolution of 1080×2424, a refresh rate of 60–120 Hz, and a peak brightness of up to 2200 nits.

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 Pro will have a 6.3-inch display with a resolution of 1280×2856, a refresh rate of 1–120 Hz, and a peak brightness of up to 2450 nits.

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 Pro XL will feature a 6.8-inch display with a resolution of 1344×2992, a refresh rate of 1–120 Hz, and a peak brightness of up to 2450 nits.

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 Pro Fold will have an inner display resolution of 2076×2160 and an outer display resolution of 1080×2342, both with varying refresh rates and peak brightness levels.

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 series will have a minimum battery capacity of 4,840 mAh for the base model, 4,707 mAh for the Pro model, 5,000 mAh for the Pro XL, and 4,658 mAh for the Pro Fold.

9to5Google - The built-in temperature sensor on Pixel 11 Pro models will be removed, and "Pixel Glow" will appear on the camera bar.

The Verge - The Pixel 11 may start with 8GB of RAM, a decrease from the current 12GB in the Pixel 10 lineup.

The Verge - The Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold may have a second configuration with 12GB of RAM, down from 16GB.

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 series will feature the Tensor G6 chipset, which includes a 1+4+2 core configuration and a PowerVR C-Series GPU.

9to5Google - The base Pixel 11 will reportedly have a new 50MP main camera sensor codenamed “chemosh.”

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 Pro and Pro XL will feature new camera sensors codenamed “bastet” and “barghest” for the main and telephoto cameras.

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 series is expected to launch in August.

WHERE:

9to5Google - The specifications pertain to Google's Pixel 11 series of smartphones.

WHEN:

9to5Google - The Pixel 11 series is expected to launch in August.

WHY:

The Verge - The ongoing RAM shortage is affecting the specifications and pricing of the Pixel 11 lineup and other phone manufacturers.

HOW:

9to5Google - The Tensor G6 chipset will include a PowerVR C-Series CXTP-48-1536 GPU and a MediaTek M90 (MT6986D) modem, marking a shift from Samsung Exynos modems.

9to5Google - Google is reportedly switching from Samsung Exynos modems to a MediaTek M90 modem in the Pixel 11 series.

(UPDATED May 5, 2026 01:29 UTC)

The upcoming Pixel 11 series will introduce several models, including the Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL, and Pro Fold, which will now offer a second configuration with 12GB of RAM, down from the previous 16GB, while still retaining the higher option. Each model will feature impressive displays, with the Pro boasting a 6.3-inch screen at a resolution of 1280 by 2856 pixels and a peak brightness of up to 2450 nits, while the Pro XL will have a larger 6.8-inch display. Additionally, the series will be powered by the new Tensor G6 chipset, which includes a PowerVR GPU and a MediaTek modem, marking a significant change from previous Samsung components.

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(UPDATED May 4, 2026 23:22 UTC)

Google is set to unveil its Pixel 11 series of smartphones in August, with leaked specifications revealing some notable changes. The base model may start with 8GB of RAM, a decrease from the previous 12GB, while the Pro versions could feature 12GB, down from 16GB, and all models will be powered by the new Tensor G6 chipset. Additionally, the base Pixel 11 is expected to include a new 50MP main camera sensor, and the Pro models will have upgraded sensors for enhanced photography.