In the development of the Tensor G6 chip for the upcoming Pixel 11 series, Google has acknowledged that a significant issue among users of previous Pixel models has been battery life. Data highlighted by Google indicates that over 86% of Pixel 6 and 7 users do not manage to use their devices throughout the day without charging, which underscores the priority placed on battery performance in their studies. According to Google, user surveys indicate that consumers expect approximately 36 hours of battery life from their devices. While it remains uncertain if this expectation is a target for the Tensor G6’s design or merely a consideration, existing specifications for the Pixel 9 series advertise a battery life of “24+ hours,” whereas the Pixel 6 Pro to 8 Pro models had showcased “Beyond 24-hour battery life.” Notably, the capabilities of the Extreme Battery Saver mode have significantly improved, extending from 48 hours with the Pixel 6 Pro to prospects of up to 100 hours with this year’s offerings.

The document also elaborates on the financial considerations of the Tensor chip, as Google revealed that the production costs for Tensor-based Pixel devices have not met expected financial outcomes, setting a target of around $65 for the chip to ensure the business's viability. There are strategic initiatives to reduce the physical size of the Tensor G6 chip from 121 mm² to 105 mm² and to cut various components to achieve this lowering of costs. Specific changes will include the removal of ray tracing support in the GPU, as well as the reduction of cores and caches throughout the chip. However, these adjustments and specifications have not yet been finalized. 

In addition to discussing battery expectations and financial viability of the Tensor G6, the article also mentions other anticipated features for the Pixel 11 series, such as potential additions like face unlock capability that functions even in low-light situations and enhanced recording capabilities for 4K@60fps HDR video.