Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Google Pixel 11 Pro
3 questions both answer, side by side. Every answer is backed by the dated sources at the bottom.
Side by side
Can your phone screen unknown and spam calls for you?
On iPhone, Screen Unknown Callers can ask callers from unsaved numbers why they're calling before your phone rings.
Good to know: An iPhone setting, not specific to iPhone 18 Pro; not active while roaming.
Pixel 11 Pro's Call Screen handles unknown callers, and Scam Detection gives real-time alerts about likely fraud.
Good to know: Select countries and languages.
Can your phone's AI assistant do things in your apps for you?
On iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Intelligence powers Siri AI, integrated into your apps, to help with everyday tasks like sending messages and setting reminders.
Good to know: Siri availability and features vary by language and area.
On Pixel 11 Pro, Gemini Intelligence can take on routine tasks such as ordering groceries or booking a ride, working across your apps.
Good to know: Maker's description.
How long does a new phone's battery last?
Apple rates iPhone 18 Pro at up to 36 hours of video playback (33 streamed); iPhone 18 Pro Max is rated at up to 45 hours.
Good to know: Video playback rating.
Google rates Pixel 11 Pro at 30+ hours of battery life.
Good to know: Maker's figure.
Only checked for one of them
Can you edit a photo on your phone just by describing the change?
On Pixel 11 Pro you can ask for the edits you want and Google Photos makes them.
Good to know: Maker's description.
How many years of updates does a new phone get?
Google promises Pixel 11 Pro 7 years of OS and security updates.
Good to know: Maker's promise.
How we know (3 sources)
Apple Support, "Manage unknown callers on iPhone": under Screen Unknown Callers you choose Never, Ask Reason for Calling (the caller is asked why they're calling before your phone rings) or Silence. Calls aren't screened while roaming, and screening turns off for 24 hours after an emergency call. A spam filter and an Unknown Callers filter move such calls to separate lists.
Read the sourceiPhone 18 Pro overview and tech specs (read Oct 24, 2026): iPhone 18 Pro 256GB at $1,199. Up to 36 hours of video playback (33 streamed); iPhone 18 Pro Max up to 45 hours (40 streamed). Apple Intelligence powers Siri AI, integrated into your apps; Siri helps with everyday tasks like sending messages and setting reminders. Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite.
Read the sourceGoogle Store page for Pixel 11 Pro and 11 Pro XL (read Oct 24, 2026): 30+ hours of battery; 7 years of OS and security updates. Gemini Intelligence can take on routine tasks such as ordering groceries or booking a ride across your apps. Edits in Google Photos just by asking. Call Screen handles unknown callers and Scam Detection gives real-time alerts about likely fraud.
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