Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G vs Nothing Phone (2a): Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
Nothing Phone (2a)
Too close to call: 2 of 5 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedGoogle Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G8680
- CameraNothing Phone (2a)8088
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryTie8686
- DisplayGoogle Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G8986
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNothing Phone (2a)8590
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G has the bigger battery5,115 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G has the bigger screen6.8" vs 6.7"
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G has more RAM16 GB vs 8 GB
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G has the faster chipGoogle Tensor G6 vs MediaTek Dimensity 7200
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G and Nothing Phone (2a) are evenly matched
It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you.
More RAM: 16 GB vs 8 GB
Reliable all-round performance.
Common questions
Which is better: Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G or Nothing Phone (2a)?
It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you. BeastScore: Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G 84.8/100, Nothing Phone (2a) 85.4/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G and Nothing Phone (2a)?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G has a 6.8-inch display and 5115 mAh battery. Nothing Phone (2a) has a 6.7-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.
How do Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G and Nothing Phone (2a) compare for speed?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G scores 86/100 for performance; Nothing Phone (2a) scores 80/100.
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