Will Xiaomi Redmi 7 series survive under water? Waterproof test

Xiaomi is the best choice when it comes to budget smartphones. Xiaomi gives plenty of features at a fraction of a cost. The new Xiaomi Redmi series is all about the new powerful hardware at a fraction of a cost. These Redmi devices are favorite of masses since they are in the affordable budget segment. However, customers are not demanding for waterproof smartphones this year so it’s pretty obvious that Redmi 7 series might have IP67 waterproof certification with them. This we will find out in our Xiaomi Redmi 7 series waterproof test.

Xiaomi has currently launched two members of the Redmi 7 series family and others are yet to come. One particularly Redmi 7 and other is Redmi 7A. Both of these devices come in a budget and offer exceptional build quality and plenty of features. However today we will test these both devices for their waterproofing capabilities.

Will Xiaomi Redmi 7 series survive under water?

In order to sustain a smartphone underwater, it must be waterproof. A waterproof device always comes with an official IP67 or IP68 waterproof certification. These IP ratings are an international standard which is used to define levels of sealing effectiveness of modern smartphones. These IP ratings are presented in the form of IP followed by two numbers.

While looking at the official specs list of both the devices, we can’t find any official IP rating for both the devices. However, despite that, these devices might be splashproof and dustproof. So we will conduct a waterproof test on both the devices to find out a clear result.

Xiaomi Redmi 7 Waterproof test

Its not a doubt that the new Xiaomi Redmi 7 doesn’t come with an IP rating. However, that doesn’t mean its not waterproof. Here we will conduct a simple Xiaomi Redmi 7 waterproof test to find out the truth. But before that, have a look at device specification.

Device Name	Redmi 7
Screen	6.26 inches, 720 x 1520 pixels
Processor	1.8 GHz, Octa Core Processor
RAM/ROM	2 GB | 32 GB
Battery	4000 mAh
Primary Camera	12 MP f/2.2 (Main) 2 MP (Depth Sensor) with autofocus
IP67/68 waterproof ratings	none

Xiaomi Redmi 7 Waterproof test Results:

After the Redmi 7 waterproof test, we have come to the conclusion that the device is not waterproof or splashproof. However, the device seems to be dustproof as no damage was recorded during the dustproof test.

Device part	Waterproof Test	Splashproof Test	Dustproof Test
Camera	doesn’t work	works	no dust in the camera
Screen	flickers	doesn’t works	works
Speaker	works	works	no dust in speaker

Xiaomi Redmi 7A Waterproof test

Xiaomi Redmi 7A is an affordable budget device. And that’s not a wonder that it doesn’t have any IP waterproof rating. Its quite unlikely that a device under 6000 INR price segment can be waterproof. But we will still conduct Xiaomi Redmi 7A waterproof test to find out the result. But before that, have a look at device specifications.

Device Name	Redmi 7A
Screen	5.45 inches, 720 x 1440 pixels
Processor	1.95 GHz, Octa-Core Processor
RAM/ROM	2 GB | 16 GB
Battery	4000 mAh
Primary Camera	13 MP Primary Camera with autofocus
IP67/68 waterproof ratings	none

Xiaomi Redmi 7A Waterproof test Results

Device part	Waterproof Test	Splashproof Test	Dustproof Test
Camera	doesn’t work	works	no dust in the camera
Screen	flickers	doesn’t works	works
Speaker	distorted sound	works	no dust in speaker

After the Redmi 7A waterproof test, we have come to the conclusion that the device is not waterproof or splashproof. However, the device seems to be dustproof as no damage was recorded during the dustproof test.

Xiaomi Redmi 7 Pro Waterproof test

Xiaomi is planning to launch another member of Redmi 7 series with a powerful smartphone. The new Redmi 7 Pro is expected to be launched soon in Indian markets. The Pro version comes with upgraded specs and a beautiful design. This also means that the new Redmi 7 Pro might come with a waterproof body. Well, let’s check that out in out Xiaomi Redmi 7 Pro waterproof test. But before that, have a look at device specifications.

Device Name	Redmi 7 Pro
Screen	5.84 inches, 1440 x 720 pixels
Processor	2 GHz, Octa-Core Processor
RAM/ROM	3 GB | 32 GB
Battery	4000 mAh
Primary Camera	12 MP + 5 MP with autofocus
IP67/68 waterproof ratings	none

Xiaomi Redmi 7 Pro Waterproof test Results

Device part	Waterproof Test	Splashproof Test	Dustproof Test
Camera	doesn’t work	works	no dust in the camera
Screen	screen dead	flickers	works
Speaker	works	works	no dust in speaker

After the Redmi 7 Pro waterproof test, we have come to the conclusion that the device is not waterproof or splashproof. However, the device seems to be dustproof as no damage was recorded during the dustproof test.

What to do if your device is not waterproof?

Since your device is not waterproof, we advise you to take proper care of your device. You can follow these steps to do so:

• Not to take underwater photos with the device
• Don’t make or receive calls in rain or while taking a shower
• Not to take underwater selfies etc.
• Do not drink coffee, soft drink or alcohol when you’re using your device.

In case your device gets water damage, keep the device in a box full of rice for 1 hour and check with the nearest service center.