Skip to main content
  1. Home
  2. Mobile
  3. Guides

Digital Trends may earn a commission when you buy through links on our site. Why trust us?

Is the Google Pixel 7 waterproof?

Sakshi Udavant
By
A variety of Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pros sit on a purple background.

Google recently announced the next Pixel models, the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro, at the Made by Google event. Sporting the Google Tensor G2 processor, the Titan M2 security chip, and Pixel’s Adaptive Battery, the next-in-line Pixel devices have a lot to offer. But before you get all excited to explore the upgraded features, it’s important to consider whether the new smartphones will hold up to extensive use. Are they strong enough to withstand everyday bumps and the occasional accidental drop? Can you flaunt your new phone at the pool? Let’s find out. 

Is the Google Pixel 7 waterproof?

Someone holding a green Pixel 7 Pro.
Google

Looking to show off your new purchase to your friends partying by the water? Well, you’re in luck. Both the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro can handle water and dust thanks to their IP68 protection (the highest rating for most high-end smartphones available today). This means the new Pixel phones can survive a drop in clean water, up to a depth of 6 meters, for up to 30 minutes. 

The new models will also resist everyday dust, so you don’t have to worry about spending too many hours cleaning your phone. Although, it’s always a good idea to give your phone a good cleaning, especially if you’ve just spent a lot of time outdoors. 

Related

Is the Google Pixel 7 durable?

Someone holding a white Google Pixel 7.
Google

Google Pixel 7 features a scratch-resistant display, so you don’t have to worry about ruining the screen in your pocket or backpack. Both the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro have the Corning Gorilla Glass Victus, which is currently the strongest built-in phone protection available on the market. This means your new Pixel phone will likely hold up well against bumps, drops, scratches, and a few low drops, but we always recommend using a strong case for additional protection. After all, if you’re spending $600 and $900 on a new smartphone, it’s a good idea to invest a few more dollars in a robust case to keep your new device safe. 

Waterproof versus water-resistant

Someone holding a white Google Pixel 7.
Google

While the Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro can withstand some water, the phones are not waterproof. In fact, no phone is truly “waterproof.” Most smartphones, including the new Pixel models, may get damaged with prolonged submersion, even if they can survive minor dunks. They also won’t survive dips in salty water, so the beach is a no-go. That’s why we recommend putting your phone aside before stepping into the beach. 

If you absolutely need to use your phone near the water, opt for a waterproof case. The LifeProof Series is a good pick as it protects your phone in the roughest weather conditions. If you’re working with a tight budget, the Vansky Floatable Waterproof Phone Case is another great option. If you’re looking for more water-resistant smartphones, check out our list of the best waterproof phones. 

Editors' Recommendations

Topics
The Google Pixel Fold may not be as expensive as you thought
Alleged renders of the Google Pixel Fold in black.

Google’s long-in-development foldable phone — the Pixel Fold — is reportedly eyeing a late June launch. A recent leak predicted that the Pixel Fold will hit the European shelves priced at 1,700 Euros, which equates to roughly $1,800 based on current conversion rates. That’s not easy to digest, especially for a first-gen foldable phone and considering Google’s own shaky history with its Pixel hardware and software.
But it appears that the Pixel Fold’s price won’t be inexplicably exorbitant at all. Leaker Yogesh Bear shared on Twitter that the foldable phone could actually cost anywhere between $1,300 and $1,500. Assuming that turns out to be true, the Pixel Fold could undercut the Samsung Galaxy Fold 4 and its successor by a healthy $500.

In fact, such an asking price would put the Pixel Fold in roughly the same ballpark as the higher storage configurations of phones like the Galaxy S23 Ultra and Apple’s iPhone 14 Pro Max. Of course, Google won’t be able to match the asking price of foldables from Chinese brands, but it would at least look competitive in the Western markets.
Now, a price of around $1,300-1,500 makes a lot of sense. First, the biggest deterrent for foldable phones is their high asking price. There’s a reason Samsung managed to sell bucketloads of its flip-style foldable phones because they cost nearly half vis-a-vis the phone-tablet hybrids in the Galaxy Z Fold series.

Read more
Google Pixel 8: all the latest rumors and what we want to see
Google Pixel 8 leaked render.

The Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro are on their way. Google's fallen in a pretty reliable release pattern for Pixel phones, meaning we can safely expect a new lineup of flagship Pixels each year. In 2023, that means the Pixel 8 and 8 Pro.

The Google Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro are two excellent devices -- possibly two of the best smartphones Google has ever made. But while they have some serious strengths, a number of problems and missed opportunities drag both phones down. This wouldn't be a problem if the competition was standing still, but it's not. The Apple iPhone 14 Pro refreshed the iPhone design for the first time in years, and the recently released Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is quite possibly one of the best smartphones ever created. So what's a humble Pixel to do?

Read more
Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 is big news for cheap phones
Hand holding up a smartphone against a city background with Qualcomm Snapdragon7+ Gen 2 logo.

Qualcomm has taken the wraps off its Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2, the next generation of its midrange mobile platform. The new chip is designed to deliver powerful entertainment experiences and performance gains to a broader range of smartphones.

The new platform is an evolution of last year’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, which was already a leap beyond the older Snapdragon 700 series it replaced. It began closing the gap with the premium Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 — a trend that continues with this year’s Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2.

Read more