Pixel 11 vs Pixel 8 size
The Pixel 11 measures 152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm and the Pixel 8 measures 150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm. The Pixel 11 is the bigger phone. Its front covers 3.2% more area than the Pixel 8.
- Pixel 11197 g152.8 x 72 x 8.6 mm
- Pixel 8187 g150.5 x 70.8 x 8.9 mm
Outlines are drawn from published dimensions. Screen and camera shapes are simplified.
How the Pixel 11 measures up
| Spec | Pixel 11 | Pixel 8 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 152.8 mm 6.02 in | 150.5 mm 5.93 in | +2.3 mm (+1.5%) |
| Width | 72 mm 2.83 in | 70.8 mm 2.79 in | +1.2 mm (+1.7%) |
| Thickness | 8.6 mm 0.34 in | 8.9 mm 0.35 in | -0.3 mm (-3.4%) |
| Weight | 197 g 6.9 oz | 187 g 6.6 oz | +10 g (+5.3%) |
| Screen | 6.3 in | 6.2 in | +0.1 in (+1.6%) |
| Front footprint | 110 cm² | 106.6 cm² | +3.5 cm² (+3.2%) |
What the difference feels like
The Pixel 11 is 1.2 mm wider. That is small, but you can feel it when you wrap your hand around the phone, and it adds a little stretch for one-handed typing.
In a jeans pocket the Pixel 11 sits 2.3 mm higher, about 0.09 inches.
The Pixel 8 is 0.3 mm thicker. Manufacturers measure thickness without the camera bump, so the real difference at the camera can be larger.
The Pixel 11 is 10 g heavier, which most people will not notice day to day.
Common questions
Is the Pixel 11 bigger than the Pixel 8?
The Pixel 11 is the bigger phone. Its front covers 3.2% more area than the Pixel 8. Height differs by 2.3 mm and width by 1.2 mm.
Will a Pixel 8 case fit the Pixel 11?
No. A case is cut for one model's exact size, buttons and camera, and these two differ by 2.3 mm in height and 1.2 mm in width. Buy a case made for the Pixel 11.
Which is easier to use with one hand?
The Pixel 8, because it is 1.2 mm narrower. Width matters more than height for reaching across the screen with your thumb.
Cases and prices
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Sources
- Pixel 11: manufacturer spec page
- Pixel 8: manufacturer spec page
See each phone's page for the full spec: Pixel 11 and Pixel 8.