Google Pixel 11: launch date officially confirmed - what we know and what to buy in advance

Google Pixel 11 is Google's new flagship smartphone lineup. The company has officially confirmed the Made by Google presentation date: August 12, 2026, in New York. Pre-orders start the same day, with retail sales expected around August 20. The lineup includes four models - Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold - and the base storage will grow to 256 GB.

Key facts

• The presentation date of August 12, 2026, in New York is confirmed by Google itself on store.google.com; retail is expected around August 20.
• The lineup expands to four models: Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
• The new Tensor G6 chip is Google's first on a 2nm process, with an unusual 7-core layout and, according to leaks, a new PowerVR graphics block.
• The 128 GB version disappears from the lineup; base storage is now 256 GB.
• Leaked US pricing: Pixel 11 from $899, Pixel 11 Pro from $1099, Pixel 11 Pro XL from $1299, Pixel 11 Pro Fold from $1899; official European prices will be announced at the presentation.

When will Google Pixel 11 launch?

Google Pixel 11 will officially launch on August 12, 2026, at the Made by Google event in New York. The company confirmed the date through invitations and the store.google.com page. Pre-orders open on presentation day, and retail sales are expected to start around August 20, 2026. This timeline mirrors the launches of Pixel 9 and Pixel 10.

How much will Pixel 11 cost in Europe?

Google has not yet announced official European prices; they will be revealed at the August 12 presentation. Leaked US market estimates are: Pixel 11 from $899, Pixel 11 Pro from $1099, Pixel 11 Pro XL from $1299, Pixel 11 Pro Fold from $1899. In previous generations (Pixel 9, Pixel 10), European retail prices were almost always 200-300 euros higher than the dollar price due to VAT and regional markup, so a similar gap is expected this time too. The exact conversion for Estonia and the rest of Europe will appear right after the presentation.

How does Pixel 11 differ from Pixel 10?

The main difference is the new Tensor G6 processor, Google's first chip on a 2nm process. According to leaks, instead of the usual core layout, it has an unusual 7-core configuration: one high-frequency prime core, four performance cores, and two efficiency cores - a combination never used in Tensor before. Leaks also point to a new PowerVR graphics block and a partial shift to MediaTek modems instead of Samsung Exynos, which should reduce Google's dependency on a single component supplier. Storage changes noticeably too: the 128 GB version disappears, and the base Pixel 11 now starts at 256 GB.

Which models will be in the Pixel 11 lineup?

According to available data, the Pixel 11 lineup will include four models: the standard Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, the larger Pixel 11 Pro XL, and the foldable Pixel 11 Pro Fold. The lineup mirrors Pixel 10's structure and adds a dedicated foldable model, which in this generation has firmly become a permanent rather than experimental product.

Common features across the lineup, per leaks: Tensor G6 chip (2nm, 7 cores), PowerVR graphics, base storage starting at 256 GB instead of 128 GB.

What to buy in advance for Pixel 11

Ready-made cases and screen protectors specifically for the Pixel 11 aren't available yet, since the model hasn't launched. But some accessories for the new flagship can already be chosen now: cables, chargers, and holders work on the universal USB-C and Qi standards and aren't tied to a specific phone's shape.

A case and screen protector for the Pixel 11 will appear in the catalog once exact dimensions and camera cutouts are known - usually within one to two weeks after the presentation.

Frequently asked questions about Google Pixel 11

When is the Google Pixel 11 presentation?

August 12, 2026, at the Made by Google event in New York; the date is officially confirmed by Google. Pre-orders open the same day, with retail sales expected around August 20, 2026.

How much will Pixel 11 Pro cost?

According to leaks, the US market estimate is from $1099. Google will announce the official European price at the August 12 presentation.

Will there be a 128 GB version of Pixel 11?

No. According to leaks, the 128 GB option is removed from the lineup entirely; the base storage for all models starts at 256 GB.

How does the Tensor G6 chip differ from Tensor G5?

Tensor G6 will be Google's first chip on a 2nm process and will get an unusual 7-core layout (1 prime core + 4 performance cores + 2 efficiency cores) instead of the usual Tensor configuration. Leaks also point to a new PowerVR graphics block.

How many models will be in the Pixel 11 lineup?

Four: Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and the foldable Pixel 11 Pro Fold.