Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G vs Xiaomi Poco M8 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 89.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G
Xiaomi Poco M8 5G
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G wins 2 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 5G9061
- Camerafrom specsTie8383
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieGoogle Pixel 11 Pro 5G8876
- Batteryfrom specsXiaomi Poco M8 5G6284
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has the bigger battery5,520 mAh vs 4,850 mAh
- Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has the bigger screen6.77" vs 6.3"
- Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has a sharper selfie camera32 MP vs 20 MP
- Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has more RAM16 GB vs 8 GB
- Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G6 vs Snapdragon 6 Gen 3
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G wins — BeastScore 89.0/100
The Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper selfie camera (32 MP vs 20 MP) and more RAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). The Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,520 mAh vs 4,850 mAh).
More RAM: 16 GB vs 8 GB
Larger battery: 5,520 mAh vs 4,850 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G or Xiaomi Poco M8 5G?
The Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper selfie camera (32 MP vs 20 MP) and more RAM (16 GB vs 8 GB). The Xiaomi Poco M8 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (5,520 mAh vs 4,850 mAh). BeastScore: Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G 89.0/100, Xiaomi Poco M8 5G 89.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G and Xiaomi Poco M8 5G?
Google Pixel 11 Pro 5G has a 6.3-inch display and 4850 mAh battery. Xiaomi Poco M8 5G has a 6.77-inch display and 5520 mAh battery.
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