Is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 waterproof?
Best answer: No, neither the Galaxy Z Fold 8 nor the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are waterproof. Both phones have IP48 certification, which means they are water-resistant out of the box and can be submerged in up to 1.5 meters of water for up to 30 minutes. However, water resistance is not a permanent condition and will degrade over time.
Everything you need to know about Galaxy Z Fold 8 durability
First things first, no smartphone is completely waterproof. Many flagships are water resistant, but this does not mean they are fully protected against liquid ingress. Instead, the water-resistance level of a phone is measured using the International Protection (IP) standard. When you look at an IP rating like IP68 or IP69, the first digit signifies the device's dust protection while the second digit denotes the device's liquid protection.
IP68 and IP69 are currently the highest levels of the International Protection (IP) standard. The "6" in IP68 and IP69 means a device is completely dustproof. The number "8" as the second digit means a device can withstand submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater depth for up to 30 minutes. The number "9" as the second digit in IP69 means a device could survive high-pressure and high-temperature water jets in addition to the submersion depth and duration specified by the "8" in IP68.
With that background in place, we can evaluate the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's IP48 certification. This rating means neither the Galaxy Z Fold 8 nor the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are completely dustproof. Instead, both devices are merely protected against the ingress of dust particles larger than 1mm in size. But what about their water resistance?
The "8" in IP48 indeed means the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra both meet the highest International Protection (IP) level for submersion. Both phones can withstand submersion in up to 1.5 meters of freshwater for up to 30 minutes. Note that your mileage may vary with salt water submersion (like in the ocean) or chlorinated water submersion (like in a pool). Additionally, these phones do not support IPX9, meaning they are not protected against high-temperature or high-pressure water jets.
Keep in mind that water resistance is not a permanent condition. Samsung only guarantees IP48 certification when your device leaves the factory and arrives at your door. As the company explains in a support document, you can expect the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra's water resistance to diminish over time.
Samsung Galaxy phones feature water resistance ratings like IP68, IPX8, and IP54, designed to protect against accidental water exposure. However, water resistance is not permanent and can degrade over time due to wear, damage, or improper handling. Understanding your device's rating and following proper care guidelines can help maintain its protection.
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To sum up, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra are highly water-resistant. However, this doesn't mean you should rush to use your foldables in the water. The phones' IP48 ratings only guarantee water resistance in specific conditions, and only at the time you buy them. Every drop wears down the rubber seals inside your phone that keep liquid out, and the seals degrade over time even if kept in perfect condition.
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The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 features a wider aspect ratio that makes the inner display perfect for watching videos and playing games. It's also the lightest Samsung big-screen foldable to date. It isn't waterproof, however.
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The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is Samsung's best foldable ever, with an upgraded rear camera system and a larger silicon-carbon battery. That said, it's still not completely waterproof.
