Motorola’s Razr 2024 and Razr Plus 2024 are two compelling reasons to pay attention to the company’s foldable smartphone offerings. These devices stand out with their impressive designs, high-quality screens, and a folding mechanism that rivals Samsung’s Z Flip series. This year, Motorola has made some noteworthy changes to its foldable phones, one of which is the enhanced water resistance. Previously, the Razr and Razr Plus had an IP52 rating, indicating splash resistance but not significant protection against deeper water immersion. However, the 2024 models now sport an IPX8 rating, a significant upgrade aligning them with other high-end foldable phones like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5.
The IPX8 rating signifies that the Razr and Razr Plus can withstand complete immersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for up to 30 minutes. This improvement is essential in the competitive foldable phone market, where Motorola is actively closing the gap with rivals. Understanding what IPX8 means is crucial. The “IP” stands for “ingress protection,” and the subsequent numbers denote resistance to dust and water, respectively. Dust ratings range from 1 to 6, while water protection ratings go from 1 to 9. Thus, an IPX8 rating indicates strong water resistance for the Motorola Razr and Razr Plus.
The “X” in the rating signifies that the devices do not offer significant protection against dust or other physical ingress, as they haven’t been tested for such resistance. Therefore, it’s important to keep your phone away from dusty environments, sand, grit, and other potentially harmful small particles. While the IPX8 rating means you can technically submerge your phone in water, it’s not advisable. IPX8 denotes water-resistant, not waterproof, meaning the phone is not completely sealed against water ingress. Water can still enter the device, albeit with a reduced likelihood. Additionally, the rating is specifically for fresh water, and performance in saltwater or chlorinated pool water may be compromised.
It’s best to consider the IP rating as an insurance policy rather than a guarantee. If you plan to intentionally immerse your phone in water, always use a waterproof case or pouch for optimal protection. The IP rating simply means your phone is more likely to survive an accidental drop into the bath or pool. With the enhanced water resistance and other improvements, Motorola’s Razr 2024 and Razr Plus 2024 are making a strong case for themselves in the competitive foldable phone market.
