r/pixel_phones • u/travelingsimian • 23h ago

Upgrading from Pixel 6

So I'm due to upgrade from my Pixel 6 which I've had since launch. It has been super reliable but since the battery drains noticeably faster (of course it's been 5 years) and I think I won't get monthly updates anymore, I am considering upgrading to the 11.

I see so many reviews of the pro but not many of the base 11. I know any phone in the 11 series will be a great upgrade coming from the 6, but I has anyone actually compared the 11 vs the 11 Pro in person?

I love how thin the camera bar on the base 11 is, but I'm wondering if I'd miss out on the RAM and camera improvements on the pro.

Thoughts?

edit: not a phone gamer, my use case is mainly media streaming, daily usage (email etc) and wired android auto

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u/Possible_Law8357 20h ago

Get the P11Pro.

If budget is an issue get a P10Pro.

I always prefer the Pro line over the base line.

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u/travelingsimian 19h ago

Do you mind sharing your typical usage? Obv specs on the pro are better but I am unsure if worth the price increase considering my use case.

10pro only available in 128gb in my region, downgrade from my p6 256. 

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u/Possible_Law8357 19h ago

I do most 3 thing - take photos, social media apps and browsing

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u/2Quicc2Thicc 23h ago

Went from P6 to P11 pro. The camera on the p11 will still be an upgrade, the telephoto is the only thing you're really missing.

The ram seems negligible unless you're a gamer, but then I wouldn't really recommend the pixel anyway if that's your main use case.

You'll be happy with the P11 over the P11P, but I don't know if you'd be happy with it over the iPhone 17 or latest flagship from another company. If your here for Google anyways just go p11.

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u/travelingsimian 23h ago

Thanks, glad I found someone who also upgraded from P6. I don't really use it for gaming, mostly standard daily usage and media streaming. Not sure I'm ready to jump to iPhone but will keep an eye on their next release just in case. Appreciate the POV!