Google Pixel 11 Pro features new 120x Pro Zoom and Tensor G6 chip

What happened

Google has released the Pixel 11 Pro, a smartphone that maintains a design nearly identical to the previous Pixel 10 Pro, though it features a new glass camera module [2]. The device is powered by the new Tensor G6 processor [2].

Key technical specifications and features include:

• Memory and Storage: The phone comes with either 12 GB or 16 GB of RAM. The entry-level model includes 256 GB of storage, while higher-capacity versions offer 512 GB or 1 TB [2].
• Camera Hardware: The rear of the device has three cameras: a 50 MP main camera, a 48 MP ultrawide camera, and a 48 MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom [2].
• New Software Features:
  • 120x Pro Zoom: A function for long-distance photography [2].
  • Camera Looks: A setting that allows users to customize image processing and switch between different settings while taking photos [2].
  • Magic Capture: A tool designed to make it easier to capture moments by removing the need to choose between taking a still photo or a video [2].
• Hardware Changes: The temperature sensor has been replaced by an LED light that illuminates during phone calls or when interacting with Gemini [2].
• Pricing: In Norway, the starting price for the new model is 14,490 kroner [2].

According to a report from TechRadar, the 120x Pro Zoom function produces varying results depending on the subject [2]. While a photo of a town hall spire taken at 120x zoom was described as not being terrible, image quality reportedly declines significantly when zooming beyond 30x [2]. One test involving a person photographed from across five tennis courts resulted in an image that resembled a watercolor painting rather than a standard photograph [2]. Android Authority noted that while the extreme zoom is surprisingly useful, the AI-enhanced images come with notable caveats regarding quality [1].

Who is affected

Users in Norway can purchase the device starting at 14,490 kroner [2]. The phone is designed for daily use and gaming, with performance reported to be stable [2].