Google says Pixel 11's new MediaTek modem is 'faster and more power efficient'

Google says Pixel 11's new MediaTek modem is 'faster and more power efficient'

The Pixel 11 series brings Google’s updated Tensor G6 chipset that, while not quite as big of an upgrade as we expected, still brings a big new change in a MediaTek-made modem that Google has some claims about.

Google Pixel 11 Series Reportedly Features a MediaTek Modem

Google has confirmed that the Pixel 11 series' Tensor G6 chipset is equipped with an “all-new modem”.

Pixel 11’s Biggest Upgrade is a New MediaTek Modem

Pixel 11 series went official last week at the 2026 ‘Made by Google’ event. The lineup includes four models, including the Pixel 11 Pro, Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. While there aren’t any major design changes, there are some noteworthy upgrades under the hood. There’s the new Tensor G6 chip. While it’s not as big an upgrade as expected, Pixel 11 gets a major change: a MediaTek-made modem that Google claims delivers faster performance and is m…