Google Pixel 11 Pro XL's bending resistance tested in teardown video

Google launched the Pixel 11 Pro XL earlier this month, along with the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold. If you've been wondering how the XL model stands up to scratches, open flames, or attempts to bend it, you're in luck.

Google Pixel 11 Pro XL

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The video below explores just that, in a traditional "durability test" format, before disassembling the entire handset for your viewing pleasure. So grab some popcorn and/or a beverage of your choice, hit play, and enjoy the ride.

The glass scratches at level 6 on the Mohs scale, with deeper grooves appearing at level 7, just as you'd expect from glass. The phone's frame is made from aluminum, and the screen takes an open flame for about 20 seconds.

In the all-important bend test, the Pixel 11 Pro XL has almost no flex whatsoever, regardless of which direction it's bent from. So it passes the test with flying colors. Getting into the device is pretty easy, and you get to see all of the components, including the HiLight LED.

In the end, the conclusion is that the most common repairs are very easy to do by a professional, which is definitely a good thing.