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New Tensor G6 leak has good and bad news for Pixel 11 series

… It also looks like we’ll get a new security chip, modem, image signal processor, and TPU. We’ve already seen some leaked Tensor G6 specs, giving us a rough idea of what to expect from the Pixel 11 family’s processor. …

May 4, 2026 · Hadlee Simons

After a year with the Pixel 10 Pro, here's why I won't buy the Pixel 11 Pro

… However, the biggest upgrades in the Pixel 11 Pro aren’t ones you’ll immediately notice. By all measures, there are no real headlining features or system sellers here. Google is reportedly moving Tensor to TSMC’s 2nm manufacturing process and replacing Samsung’s modem with MediaTek’s M90. …

Aug 4, 2026 · Dhruv Bhutani

Pixel 11 launch: Where to watch and what to expect from Google

… The Pixel 11 Pro Fold could finally launch with everyone else The Pixel 11 Pro Fold is expected to get Tensor G6 and the MediaTek M90 modem, along with an 8-inch inner display and a slimmer body. …

Aug 11, 2026 · Hillary Keverenge

The Pixel 11 series isn't out yet but we already have our first leak for Pixel 12 chip

… In any event, there’s no shortage of Tensor G6 leaks . The Pixel 11’s chip is expected to pack a 2nm TSMC design, a seven-core 4.11GHz CPU, PowerVR CXTP-48-1536 graphics, and a MediaTek M90 modem. …

May 7, 2026 · Hadlee Simons

Now even MediaTek's cheap chips are embarrassing the Tensor G5 in one major area

… The chip brings long-overdue CPU upgrades and offers newer cores than the Pixel 10’s Tensor G5. …

May 29, 2026 · Hadlee Simons

After 10 months with the Pixel 10 Pro XL, I’m tired of the nonsense

… Modems absolutely make a difference on modern smartphones, and I do believe a significant reason for Pixel battery life improvements is the modem upgrades. …

Jul 7, 2026 · Stephen Radochia

Pixel 11 leak puts Google's rumored new color lineup on display

… There are rumors that it will feature a Tensor G6 chip, a new MediaTek modem, software upgrades centered around AI, and a storage shake-up that could make the entire Pixel 11 lineup start at 256GB rather than 128GB. …

Jul 13, 2026 · Jay Bonggolto

The Pixel 11’s Tensor G6 sounds promising — until you compare it to rival flagship chips

… We might have to wait for the Tensor G7 or longer for that. For general app performance, the CPU upgrades will be noticeable for both the substantial performance uplift and the efficiency gains from moving to a more efficient architecture. …

May 10, 2026 · Robert Triggs

I've used Pixel phones for years. Why the upcoming Pixel 11 has me seriously worried

… The good news is that moving to a smaller TSMC manufacturing node will help Google’s Tensor G6 processor, and pairing it with a MediaTek M90 modem instead of a Samsung Exynos modem might help the chip sip battery power more slowly for daily tasks. …

Jul 10, 2026 · Robert Triggs

If you still own one of these 6 popular Android phones, it's probably time to upgrade

… If you’ve been hanging onto your Pixel 7a, the Pixel 10a offers some truly impressive upgrades. The Tensor G4 chipset is more efficient, and I get fantastic battery life from the 10a. …

Jul 3, 2026 · Stephen Radochia

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