July 26, 2026, 6:39 am | Read time: 3 minutes
Google has not yet unveiled the Pixel 11a. However, a new leak already provides a very detailed insight into the possible features of the smartphone. According to this, information about the processor, display, battery, modem, and color variants has already become known. Initial hints about changes compared to the current Pixel 10a have also leaked.
New Tensor Chip for the Pixel 11a
According to a post from the Telegram channel Mystic Leaks, the Pixel 11a is internally codenamed “Formosan.” The processor is expected to be the Tensor G6, known under the development name “Malibu.”
The current post does not mention technical details about the chip’s architecture. However, earlier reports speak of seven CPU cores. These include an Arm C1-Ultra with up to 4.11 gigahertz, four C1-Pro cores with up to 3.38 gigahertz, and two additional C1-Pro cores with up to 2.65 gigahertz.
In contrast, the Pixel 10a uses a Tensor G4 with eight cores. Its fastest core reaches up to 3.1 gigahertz. Despite the lower core count, the upcoming model is expected to be faster in terms of processor performance.
Changes in Graphics and Mobile Connectivity
Google is also planning changes to the graphics unit. Instead of the Mali GPU of the Pixel 10a, the Pixel 11a could feature a PowerVR graphics unit from the C series, designated CXTP-48-1536.
Additionally, the Samsung modem Exynos 5400 is expected to be replaced by a MediaTek M90. According to the leak, this offers AI-assisted network optimization. This could make connections more stable–and potentially reduce power consumption. Whether these potential advantages will be noticeable in everyday use remains to be seen.
Display Gets Brighter
For the display, Google is expected to largely stick to the existing concept. A 6.3-inch panel with a resolution of 1080 x 2424 pixels is still anticipated. The variable refresh rate of 60 to 120 hertz is also expected to remain.
However, there could be improvements in brightness. The Pixel 11a is expected to reach up to 2250 nits for HDR content and a maximum of 3350 nits. The Pixel 10a reaches 2000 and 3000 nits, respectively. The RAM is expected to remain at 8 gigabytes.
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Battery Slightly Smaller
Current information suggests a smaller battery capacity. Instead of 5000 milliampere-hours, the Pixel 11a is expected to have 4870 milliampere-hours.
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Whether the new processor or the changed mobile modem can compensate for this difference is not yet clear from the available information. There are also no details on charging performance yet.
For the front camera, a new sensor with the codename “dokkaebi” is planned, according to the leak. Details on the resolution are currently missing. Information about the rear cameras has also not yet been disclosed.
Four Colors Planned
Four color options are mentioned for the Pixel 11a. In addition to Obsidian, the smartphone is expected to be available in Olive, Frost, and Fog.
When Google will officially unveil the device and at what price it will hit the market is currently unknown. A possible date is the “Made by Google 2026” event on August 12, 2026, where Google is expected to present the new Pixel 11 series.