Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 1TB Obsidian SIM-Free Unlocked Mobile Phone

Overview

Experience Google's flagship smartphone technology with the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 1TB in Obsidian, combining an expansive 6.8-inch Super Actua display, professional triple-camera system, Google Tensor G6 performance, 16GB RAM, massive 1TB Zoned UFS storage and deeply integrated Gemini Intelligence.

This exact UK SIM-free configuration is:

Model / MPN: GA11756-GB
EAN / GTIN: 840353957831
Colour: Obsidian
Storage: 1TB
RAM: 16GB
Network: SIM-Free / Unlocked 5G

Currys confirms GA11756-GB and EAN 840353957831 for the UK 1TB Obsidian version.

Released in August 2026, the Pixel 11 Pro XL is powered by Google's latest Tensor G6 processor alongside the Titan M3 security coprocessor. The 1TB version benefits from 16GB RAM and Zoned UFS storage, giving users generous space for photographs, 8K video, applications, games and offline files while providing the memory capacity expected from Google's top-tier Pro model.

The front is dominated by a 6.8-inch Super Actua LTPO OLED display with a sharp 1344 × 2992 resolution, approximately 486ppi, adaptive 1–120Hz refresh rate, HDR support and up to 3,600 nits peak brightness. Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2 with Google's additional anti-scratch treatment helps protect the display during everyday use.

Photography remains central to the Pixel Pro experience. The rear camera system combines a 50MP wide camera, 48MP autofocus ultrawide with Macro Focus and a 48MP 5x optical telephoto camera. Google's upgraded imaging system provides optical-quality focal points at 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 5x and 10x, plus the new Pro Zoom up to 120x.

The front camera is equally capable, using a 42MP autofocus ultrawide sensor with a broad 103° field of view. This makes it suitable for detailed selfies, group photographs and high-quality video calling, with front-facing recording supported at up to 4K 60fps.

Video capabilities include 8K recording at 24 or 30fps through Video Boost, conventional 4K capture at up to 60fps, Pro Stable Video, Night Sight Video, 10-bit HDR, Audio Magic Eraser and multiple stabilisation modes.

Google also introduces Magic Capture, allowing Pixel to analyse a sequence of images and video from important moments and automatically identify strong photographs and clips. Camera Coach, Auto Best Take, Add Me, Macro Focus, astrophotography, Magic Eraser and Zoom Enhance extend the photography toolkit further.

A 5,115mAh typical battery provides Google's rated 30+ hours of battery life. Wired charging can reach approximately 75% in 30 minutes when using a compatible 45W USB-C PPS charger or higher, while Pixelsnap Qi2.2 wireless charging reaches up to 25W with compatible equipment.

The phone ships without a wall charger. Google supplies a 1-metre USB-C to USB-C cable and SIM tool with UK/ROW versions.

Connectivity is flagship-grade, including 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6, NFC, Ultra-Wideband, Google Cast and USB-C 3.2. UK and other rest-of-world models support Dual SIM through one physical nano-SIM and one eSIM, while compatible carriers can also support advanced eSIM configurations.

Google launched the Pixel 11 Pro XL with Android 17 and promises seven years of operating-system, security and Pixel Drop updates from the device's original availability date.

Key Features & Benefits

• Massive 1TB Zoned UFS Storage – Store an extensive collection of photographs, 8K video, apps, games and offline media without constantly managing available space.
• 16GB RAM – The 512GB and 1TB Pixel 11 Pro XL configurations include 16GB RAM for demanding multitasking and AI workloads.
• Google Tensor G6 – Google's latest custom mobile processor powers photography, Gemini features, security and everyday performance.
• Titan M3 Security Coprocessor – Dedicated security hardware works alongside Tensor G6 and Google's multi-layer security architecture.
• 6.8-Inch Super Actua Display – Google's largest conventional Pixel Pro display provides an expansive canvas for video, photography, gaming and productivity.
• Adaptive 1–120Hz LTPO OLED – Automatically adjusts refresh rate according to compatible content, balancing smooth movement with efficiency.
• Up to 3,600 Nits Peak Brightness – Designed for strong visibility even in very bright environments.
• Gorilla Glass Victus 2 – Durable front and rear glass construction with an additional anti-scratch treatment on the display.
• 50MP Main Camera – Large 1/1.3" image sensor, f/1.68 aperture and optical stabilisation provide Google's foundation for high-quality everyday photography.
• 48MP Ultrawide with Macro Focus – Capture broad landscapes, architecture, groups and detailed close-up subjects.
• 48MP 5x Telephoto – Optical stabilisation and a large 1/1.95" sensor provide dedicated long-range photography.
• Pro Zoom up to 120x – Google's longest Pixel zoom system to date combines advanced optics and computational imaging for extreme-distance subjects.
• 42MP Autofocus Selfie Camera – High-resolution front camera with an ultrawide 103° field of view.
• Magic Capture – Capture a moment once and let Pixel analyse hundreds of frames to identify and curate useful photos and video clips.
• Camera Coach – Google AI can provide guidance designed to help users improve composition and shooting decisions.
• 8K Video with Video Boost – Supports 8K video at 24 or 30fps using Google's Video Boost processing.
• 4K 60fps Front & Rear Video – Capture detailed high-resolution footage using either side of the phone.
• Pro Stable Video – Enhanced stabilisation helps produce smoother footage while moving.
• Night Sight Video – Computational processing improves compatible low-light recordings.
• Audio Magic Eraser – Helps reduce selected unwanted sounds from compatible recordings.
• Gemini Intelligence – Google's latest Pixel generation is designed around more proactive and contextual Gemini assistance.
• Gemini Nano – On-device AI model supports selected intelligent Pixel experiences.
• Gemini Live – Have natural conversational interactions with Google's Gemini assistant on supported accounts and regions.
• Circle to Search – Search content visible on screen without manually switching apps.
• Live Translate – Translate supported conversations and content across compatible languages and services.
• HiLight Notifications – A new visual notification system lets selected information be communicated while the phone is face-down.
• 30+ Hour Battery Life – Google rates the Pixel 11 Pro XL for more than a full day of typical usage.
• Fast Wired Charging – Reach approximately 75% charge in around 30 minutes with Google's compatible 45W USB-C PPS charger or higher.
• 25W Pixelsnap Wireless Charging – Qi2.2-certified magnetic wireless charging supports compatible Pixelsnap accessories.
• Wi-Fi 7 – Supports 2.4GHz, 5GHz and 6GHz bands where permitted.
• Bluetooth 6 – Latest-generation Bluetooth connectivity with antenna diversity for improved connection quality.
• Ultra-Wideband – Enables accurate ranging and spatial-orientation functions with compatible accessories and devices.
• 5G Connectivity – UK/rest-of-world version supports a broad range of sub-6GHz 5G bands.
• Dual SIM – UK model supports a physical nano-SIM together with eSIM.
• SIM-Free / Unlocked – Not tied to a specific mobile network, allowing use with compatible UK and international carriers.
• IP68 Protection – Designed to comply with IP68 dust and water resistance when new.
• Face Unlock & Fingerprint Unlock – Choose between biometric authentication methods depending on preference.
• Seven Years of Updates – Google commits to seven years of OS, security and Pixel Drop updates from first availability.

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