Survey Picks 3 Phones as Top Pixel 11 Pro XL Alternatives

3 articles · Updated · Android Authority · Aug 31

Android Authority’s latest reader poll produced an almost three-way tie, with the Galaxy S26 Ultra, Pixel 10 Pro XL and Moto Razr Ultra emerging as the leading alternatives to Google’s Pixel 11 Pro XL.
The result reflects unease over the Pixel 11 series’ modest upgrades and pricing, which the survey framed as reasons some buyers may skip Google’s newest flagship.
Samsung’s S26 Ultra benefited from its broad popularity, while the Pixel 10 Pro XL appealed as a familiar upgrade path for existing Google users.
Motorola’s Razr Ultra stood out as the only foldable among the top picks, suggesting more shoppers now see foldables as viable daily-driver phones.
Nothing Phone 3 drew some support but trailed the leaders, and the lower-tier Pixel 10a was viewed as less comparable to the premium models in the poll.

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