Motorola Razr Plus Fails Durability Test: Outer Display Shatters Under Pressure
In a recent durability test conducted by popular YouTuber Zack Nelson, the Motorola Razr Plus failed to impress. Despite surviving dust exposure with its unimpressive IP52 rating, the foldable phone showcased a peculiar weakness during the bend test.
Many parents with young children can relate to the frustration of their little ones damaging their belongings. However, after watching the durability test for the Razr Plus, one parent is confident that their child could easily break Motorola’s flagship foldable device. The test, performed by YouTuber Zack Nelson, also known as JerryRigEverything, put the phone through its paces.
The test began with Nelson attempting to scratch the display of the Razr Plus. The internal 6.9-inch display comes with a screen protector that scratches at level two on the Mohs hardness scale. Surprisingly, deeper grooves appear at level three, indicating potential damage even with minor scratches from fingernails. Unfortunately, the screen protector cannot be removed to prevent further damage.
Despite its limited IP52 rating for water and dust protection, the Razr Plus performed reasonably well after exposure to a substantial amount of sand. Nelson noted that there were no significant grinding noises, indicating no apparent damage to the device.
However, the most surprising revelation came during the bend test. The large 3.6-inch external AMOLED display of the Razr Plus failed to withstand pressure. The lack of support for the outer display became evident when the phone was bent outwards. While the internal folding screen remained intact, the outer display shattered into pieces. Furthermore, Nelson’s thumb pressing against the device caused it to cave in, exposing a hollow void behind the screen. This unconventional way of breaking is certainly cause for concern.
In comparison, the Galaxy Z Flip 4, another popular foldable phone, fared much better during Nelson’s durability test. It exhibited no physical damage and remained functional despite flexing significantly and emitting a popping sound. This raises the question of whether Samsung did a better job structurally with its flip phone compared to Motorola. It will be interesting to see how well the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 5 performs in a similar durability test, considering it also features a large external screen.
Motorola may need to address the weak points highlighted in Nelson’s durability test and work towards improving the structural integrity of their flagship foldable. Only time will tell if the company can meet the standards set by competitors in the ever-evolving foldable phone market.
Comments:
“I’m not surprised by the results. Motorola needs to step up their game if they want to compete with Samsung and other foldable phone manufacturers.” – User123
“This is really disappointing. I had high hopes for the Razr Plus, but now I’m having second thoughts.” – GadgetLover
“I’m glad I waited before purchasing a foldable phone. It seems like Samsung is the way to go.” – TechEnthusiast