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Google says Pixel 11's MediaTek modem is better in these ways
9to5Google • • technology
Key Points:
- The Pixel 11 series features Google's updated Tensor G6 chipset, which introduces a significant change by incorporating a MediaTek-made modem instead of Samsung's modem used in previous generations.
- Earlier Tensor processors faced network performance issues primarily due to Samsung modems, but Google improved this by the Pixel 8 and Tensor G3; however, last year's Tensor G5 still relied on a Samsung modem despite being self-developed.
- The new MediaTek modem in the Pixel 11 series is claimed by Google to be more reliable, faster, and more power-efficient, based on tests with pre-production devices in lab-controlled conditions.
- Google hopes this modem switch will resolve past issues like poor performance, battery drain, and overheating, but real-world performance reviews are pending.
- Pixel 11 series pre-orders are currently open across major retailers including Google Store, Amazon, and Best Buy, with multiple models available including Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold.
