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6 phones to buy instead of the Google Pixel 11 Pro
Android Central • • technology
Key Points:
- The Pixel 11 Pro XL offers improved cameras, design, display, and speed, along with AI-assisted features, but suffers from reduced RAM, battery size, and an underwhelming GPU, making it a downgrade in some respects.
- The best alternative phones globally include the OPPO Find X9 Pro and Vivo X300 Pro, which offer superior cameras and performance but are not available in the U.S. market due to carrier restrictions.
- In the U.S., recommended alternatives are the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra for those who prefer Samsung's software ecosystem, the Redmagic 11S Pro for gaming and performance with a large battery, and the iPhone 17 Pro for users considering a switch to iOS.
- The POCO F8 Ultra is a strong all-rounder with excellent cameras, unique design, and impressive sound quality, available via resellers in the U.S., making it a cost-effective alternative to the Pixel 11 Pro XL.
- Overall, buyers should consider their priorities—camera quality, software ecosystem, gaming performance, or price—when choosing among these alternatives to the Pixel 11 Pro XL.
