Google Pixel 11 Series Leak Reveals Tensor G6 Chip with 5-Year-Old PowerVR GPU

The Google Pixel 11 is already getting attention ahead of its expected August launch. New leaks are starting to show what Google is planning, especially with its next chip, the Tensor G6.

The new chipset, certainly, is the detail getting the most focus, after all, it should be the biggest change in the Pixel 11 lineup. A new report emerged today, saying that the Tensor G6 will keep using the PowerVR CXT-48-1536 for graphics. This GPU was first released in 2021. By the time the Pixel 11 launches, it will be about five years old. That is uncommon in the smartphone market, where companies usually upgrade graphics hardware much more quickly. However, Google follows a distinct strategy when compared to other smartphone makers.

The chip is also expected to feature a 7-core CPU. This part handles most everyday tasks like opening apps, browsing the web, and running the system smoothly. The GPU is more important for gaming and heavy visual tasks. Because of this, using an older GPU may have more impact on games than on normal daily use.

As said above, the decision once again reaffirms Google's take by following its own strategy. Instead of focusing only on the newest hardware, the company may rely more on software and AI improvements. Pixel phones have always been known for smart features like camera processing and AI tools, and this could continue with the Pixel 11.

Still, there are some concerns. A five-year-old GPU could fall behind newer chips in gaming performance and demanding apps. Users who want top gaming performance may notice the difference when compared to other flagship devices. So one thing is clear: this isn't a gaming smartphone.

For now, the Pixel 11 remains one of the most interesting upcoming phones. The real test will happen after launch, when users can see how well the Tensor G6 performs in real-world use and daily tasks. Besides these changes, the new phone is also said to feature MediaTek's M90 modem, which is a surprising move since we see Google joining forces with the Taiwanese chipmaker.