If you’re looking for a device with complete protection from air, wind, dust, water and accidental shocks then Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro is a great choice for you. It comes with a military-grade shock roof protection which can withstand any shock. Because of such features, this device is very popular among Android enthusiasts. But you might be wondering – how good is its waterproof body seal? Well, we shall find out in our Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro waterproof test today.
The rugged smartphone from Samsung, the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro is expected to be launched on Apr 29, 2020. If you were looking for a device with high processing speed, good camera quality, and excellent storage then we think your search must be over now. The Galaxy Xcover Pro brings it all to you. Plus, the IP68 water-resistant rating is just like a cherry on the top. However, it’s quite high priced but it’s worth paying for such picky items. The Galaxy Xcover Pro is built to survive in extreme conditions. You can experience an immersive display, long battery life, and includes many more premium legacy features as well.
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Is Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro Waterproof device?
Most people buy waterproof smartphones in order to use it underwater. A waterproof smartphone can withstand underwater for an extended period of time. And with a waterproof smartphone, users can enjoy features like underwater photography, take underwater selfies and much more. These features make waterproof smartphone very high demanding products in the modern smartphone market. These kinds of features make the device worth buying in the new 2020.
The waterproof technology is a must-have feature in any modern smartphone. Since it gives an extra layer of security and some new features to mobile, many smartphone manufacturers are now shipping their devices with official waterproof ratings. We checked with the official website of Galaxy Xcover Pro and its great to see that the device is officially waterproof and shockproof. However, we will still continue with our Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro waterproof test to check its limits.
Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro Device Specifications
The Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro released in January 2020 holds a good overall record considering its performance, display, camera, and battery. The device comes with a 6.3 inches IPS LCD screen featuring corning Gorilla glass 5. It runs on Exynos 9611 chipset powered by Octa-core (4×2.3 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4×1.7 GHz Cortex-A53). It has a Mali-G72 MP3 GPU system. So, you can also do some high-end gaming as well. It runs on an operating system of Android 10.0, One UI 2. You also get a removable Li-Po 4050 mAH battery and does support fast charging. It is available with 4GB RAM and 64GB internal.
Talking about its camera, it has a dual setup for its rear camera consisting of a 25MP main camera with a 26mm wide-angle lens and an 8MP camera with a 13mm ultrawide sensor. Moreover, this rugged smartphone also has an IP68 rating, which makes it a dust and water-resistant device. It is available only in a black color variant. Plus, other features include a side-mounted Fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, ANT+, etc. The Galaxy Xcover Pro is built for extreme conditions.
Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro Waterproof & Splashproof Test
In our waterproof test, we will test the device for waterproofing measures. After the test, we can confirm whether the device is fully waterproof and dustproof or not.
warning
This test purely based on individual/team observation. This test will only give an idea of whether a device is waterproof or not. We recommend users not to try this test at home, as it might damage your device.
| Display | Working correctly |
| I/O Ports | No issues found |
| Camera & Speaker | Splashproof & Waterproof |
So, we have conducted the waterproof test on Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro successfully, and the device is still performing the same. There is no problem with the buttons, charging port, display, and any other hardware or software. So the positive result of this test tells us that the Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro smartphone is completely waterproof and it can perform well in any dusty or rainy situation.
Conclusion
| Device | Samsung Galaxy Xcover Pro |
| Waterproof | Yes, officially IP68 rated |
| Splashproof | Yes, officially IP68 rated |
After successfully conducting the test, we can say that this smartphone can withstand underwater for enough time. It works fine in any dusty and windy condition. It can as well as handle water splashes quite comfortably. Also its military-grade shockproof as well so it’s ideal for travelling purposes or any rough tough work.
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