Sony breaks from the industry standard of generic IP68 labels for the Xperia 10 VIII by specifying distinct ratings for dust and water resistance. This transparency helps buyers understand exactly how the device handles different environmental hazards. You can trust the phone to keep out fine particles while offering clear limits on liquid exposure.
Sony specifies distinct IP6X dust and IPX8 water ratings for the Xperia 10 VIII instead of using a generic IP68 label
The smartphone achieves IP6X certification, which means it is completely dust-tight. This rating ensures that solid particles cannot enter the device casing under normal use conditions. The device also carries an IPX5 rating for protection against water jets from all directions.
Specifications
- Dust Protection: IP6X (Dust-tight)
- Water Protection (Jets): IPX5
- Water Protection (Immersion): IPX8 (30 minutes at 1.5 meters in fresh water)
For submersion, Sony rates the Xperia 10 VIII at IPX8 for 30 minutes in fresh water at a depth of 1.5 meters. The company explicitly warns against exposure to seawater, salt water, chlorinated water, and other liquids. These specific testing conditions define the practical limits of the phone's water resistance.
The Xperia 10 VIII will launch globally on August 25. We have been tracking the device closely and can confirm the Sony Xperia 10 VIII Confirmed for release date details. Buyers seeking a durable mid-range phone now have clear specifications to evaluate against competitors.
Source: NotebookCheck
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