Tensor G6 to bring latest ARM CPUs, older GPU to Pixel 11
▼ Summary
– The Tensor G6 chipset for the Pixel 11 series will use an Imagination/PowerVR C-Series CXTP-48-1536 GPU, which appears to be based on an outdated 2021 design.
– The CPU upgrades for Tensor G6 are promising, including at least one ARM C1 Ultra core at 4.11GHz, four C1-Pro cores at 3.38GHz, and two more C1-Pro cores at 2.65GHz.
– ARM C1 cores, introduced in late 2025, are also used in MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chipset.
– Tensor G5 uses a 1+5+2 setup with Cortex-X4, Cortex-A725, and Cortex-A520 cores, while Tensor G6’s C1-Pro cores are more powerful than the A725 cores.
– The leak also mentions the codenames for the Pixel 11 series: “Cubs” for Pixel 11, “Grizzly” for Pixel 11 Pro, and “Kodiak” for Pixel 11 Pro XL.
A fresh but incomplete leak has surfaced regarding Google’s upcoming Pixel 11 series, offering a mixed bag of details about the Tensor G6 chipset that will power the devices. The news brings both encouraging and disappointing revelations for enthusiasts.
The leak comes from Mystic Leaks, which recently shared an addendum to the earlier Pixel 11 Pro Fold wallpaper leak. The animated video variants from that initial report are now available, and the post reiterates the “Lunar Tides” and “Tidal Swirl” naming. However, the real intrigue lies in the comments section.
The leaker posted an image that is deliberately cropped but still reveals two critical aspects of the Tensor G6 processor. On the GPU front, the outlook is underwhelming. The chipset will reportedly use an Imagination/PowerVR C-Series CXTP-48-1536 GPU, which previously appeared in leaks and is not listed on the company’s current website. The closest match is an outdated GPU from 2021. While the “P” suffix suggests a newer iteration, if it remains rooted in an older design, it is likely to frustrate power users.
On the brighter side, the CPU upgrades appear substantial. Though the exact core configuration is partially hidden, the leak indicates at least one ARM C1 Ultra core running at 4.11GHz, four C1-Pro cores at 3.38GHz, and two additional C1-Pro cores at 2.65GHz. ARM introduced the C1 series in the second half of 2025, and these cores also appear in MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500 chipset.
For context, the Tensor G5 uses a 1+5+2 arrangement with Cortex-X4, Cortex-A725, and Cortex-A520 cores. The Tensor G6‘s C1-Pro cores are more powerful than the A725 models, and even the lower-clocked variants will outperform the A520 cores (which are comparable to the C1-Nano cores Google is not using). Earlier reporting, prior to ARM’s branding changes, suggested a 1+6 setup with a single C1-Ultra core, and also mentioned better power efficiency from the GPU.
More details are still under wraps, as parts of the screenshot remain redacted. The post does confirm the codenames for the Pixel 11 series: “Cubs” for the base model, “Grizzly” for the Pro, and “Kodiak” for the Pro XL. Further revelations will depend on future leaks and official announcements.
(Source: 9to5google.com)
