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Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G vs Nothing Phone (4a) Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Google

Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G

Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Nothing · 2026

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
1 win
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5GNothing Phone (4a) Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 5G
    90
    72
  • Camerafrom specsNothing Phone (4a) Pro
    82
    93
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    88
    88
  • Batteryfrom specsNothing Phone (4a) Pro
    62
    80
  • Displayfrom specsNothing Phone (4a) Pro
    88
    100
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has the bigger battery5,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh
  • Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has a smoother screen144 Hz vs 120 Hz
  • Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has the bigger screen6.83" vs 6.3"
  • Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has more RAM16 GB vs 12 GB
  • Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G6 vs Snapdragon 7 Gen 4
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Nothing Phone (4a) Pro
  • ✓Bigger 5,400 mAh battery (+550 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.83" display at 144 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 5GNothing Phone (4a) Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Wins Display
Screen typeNot listedColor AMOLED Screen (1B Colors)
Screen Size6.3"6.83"
Resolution & DensityN/A ~ 440 PPI
Refresh Rate120 Hz144 Hz
BrightnessN/A5,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorGoogle Tensor G6 Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 (4nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 722
Operating SystemAndroid 15 Android v16 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory16 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage1024 GB256 GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main (OIS) + 50MP Ultra-wide + Telephoto50 MP, OIS
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)None (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A8 MP
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens32 MP32 MP
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A163.7 x 76.6 x 8 mm
WeightN/A210 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP65
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Nothing Phone (4a) Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,850 mAh5,400 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A50W
Wireless ChargingNot listedNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedYes, with wifi-hotspot
BluetoothNot listedYes, v5.4, A2DP, BLE
USB Port & SpeedNot listedYes, USB-C v2.0
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on requestPrice on request
Our verdict

Nothing Phone (4a) Pro wins — BeastScore 89.0/100

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh) and smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (16 GB vs 12 GB).

Buy Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G if you want

More RAM: 16 GB vs 12 GB

Buy Nothing Phone (4a) Pro if you want

Larger battery: 5,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh · Smoother display: 144 Hz vs 120 Hz

Common questions

Which is better: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G or Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,400 mAh vs 4,850 mAh) and smoother screen (144 Hz vs 120 Hz). The Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G is worth a look if you prefer its more RAM (16 GB vs 12 GB). BeastScore: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G 89.0/100, Nothing Phone (4a) Pro 89.0/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G and Nothing Phone (4a) Pro?

Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has a 6.3-inch display and 4850 mAh battery. Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has a 6.83-inch display and 5400 mAh battery.

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