Google Pixel 11 Pro back covers

A back cover works with magnetic charging on the Pixel 11 Pro when it has a built-in magnet ring or is labelled as MagSafe or Qi2 compatible. The phone supports magnetic charging (MagSafe/Qi2), and the ring in the cover helps the charger line up correctly. A cover without magnets can still allow regular wireless charging, but it will not attach magnetically. Check that the phone, cover and charger or mount are compatible with each other.

Choose a back cover made specifically for the Pixel 11 Pro, because covers for other Pixel models are unlikely to fit properly. The phone measures 152.7 × 71.9 × 8.4 mm, and the camera cut-out, buttons and USB-C opening are shaped around this model. A cover for another generation may cover a button, sit loosely or partly block the camera. Check that the product title names the Pixel 11 Pro before you order.

A slim back cover keeps the Pixel 11 Pro compact, while a rugged cover adds thicker corners and raised edges that absorb more impact from drops. The phone has an aluminium frame and a glass back and weighs 204 grams, so a rugged cover adds noticeable bulk. A slim cover mainly helps against scratches and light knocks. Do you keep your phone in a pocket and use it mostly indoors? Choose slim. Do you work outdoors, travel a lot or drop your phone often? Choose rugged.

TPU is flexible and shock-absorbing, silicone offers a soft grip, and hard polycarbonate is thin and rigid. TPU wraps easily around the edges and is often used for clear covers, although clear TPU can discolour over time. Silicone feels soft and is less slippery, but it can attract lint in a pocket. Hard polycarbonate keeps the cover slim. For a better grip, pick silicone. For flexible protection, pick TPU. For the slimmest profile, pick hard polycarbonate.

Yes, a clear back cover lets the colour of your Pixel 11 Pro show through, including finishes such as Canyon and Obsidian. The cover protects the glass back against scratches without hiding the design. Prefer a contrasting look? A coloured or patterned back cover changes the appearance of your phone without affecting how it fits. Covers with a frosted finish show the colour more softly and tend to show fewer fingerprints than glossy ones.