Google’s new Pixel 9 Pro Fold is a major milestone for the company, and for the first time it shows how much it’s learned. With this second generation model, Google has significantly improved the design and created a device that looks and feels better than the first generation foldable device. YouTuber JerryRigEverything tested the durability of the new foldable device and highlighted its weak points. Let’s see.
Google Pixel 9 Pro Fold durability testInitial durability tests are promising: the Gorilla Glass 2 Protected Cover display scratches at level 6 on the Moss hardness scale, and the main UTG display is covered by plastic scratches at level 2. However, adding sand and small rocks to the core will quickly cause the screen to penetrate the device and its hinge.
The inner screen will be instantly damaged by the heat of the lighter flame, but will not melt. The front view was very good with minor damage. When closed, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold (test report) resisted bending, causing some protest but not breaking.
However, when open, no great pressure is required to bend the screen beyond the tolerance limit. However, it is troubling that where the front of the phone was deflected and bent, the company placed the device’s antenna band. This test shows that the symmetrical antenna lines at the top and bottom of the screen cover are the foldable smartphone’s biggest weakness.
However, the hinge survived the bending test. While the Smart Hinge may not have broken in our testing, it does retain and absorb dust, which is somewhat of a problem. Then the durability test with the phone fully opened quickly becomes a tear test. You can see all components of the phone including UTG screen, motherboard, vapor chamber, camera and dual batteries.
