Key Highlights
- These smartphones are great picks for summer outdoor use
- All come with water and dust resistance under Rs. 20,000.
- Choose based on performance, display, or camera preference
Summer is the season of travel, trekking, beaches, and spontaneous adventures. But your smartphone should be ready to handle it all, be it a sudden splash of water, dusty trails, or a rough day outdoors. Luckily, you don’t need to spend a fortune for a sturdy and adventure-ready phone. Here are some of the best water and dust resistant smartphones under Rs. 20,000 in India that are perfect companions for your summer outings. Let’s check them out.
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Top Water And Dust Resistant Smartphones
| Model | Price |
| Vivo T4X 5G | Rs. 13,999 |
| CMF Phone 1 | Rs. 14,999 |
| Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G | Rs. 19,999 |
| iQOO Z9s 5G | Rs. 20,999 |
Vivo T4X 5G
Vivo’s T4X 5G is a powerful budget option that also handles everyday dust and water exposure well.
| Display | 6.72-inch IPS LCD, 120Hz Refresh Rate |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 |
| RAM + Storage | Up to 8GB + Up to 256GB |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + 2MP |
| Front Camera | 8MP |
| Battery | 6,500mAh |
| OS | Android 15 |
| Durability | IP64 dust tight and water resistant |
CMF Phone 1
Nothing’s sub-brand CMF has brought style and protection together with this modular smartphone.
| Display | 6.67-inch AMOLED |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 |
| RAM + Storage | Up to 8GB + Up to 256GB |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + 2MP |
| Front Camera | 16MP |
| Battery | 5,000mAh |
| OS | Android 14 |
| Durability | Dust and splash resistant |
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G
A solid all-rounder with an IP rating and flagship-like display at an affordable price.
| Display | 6.67-inch AMOLED |
| Processor | Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 |
| RAM + Storage | Up to 16GB + Up to 512GB |
| Rear Camera | 200MP + 8MP + 2MP |
| Front Camera | 16MP |
| Battery | 5,100mAh |
| OS | Android 13 |
| Durability | IP54 dust protected and water resistant |
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iQOO Z9s 5G
iQOO Z9s is one of the few in the segment offering a certified IP rating for water and dust protection.
| Display | 6.77-inch AMOLED, 120Hz Refresh Rate |
| Processor | Mediatek Dimensity 7300 |
| RAM + Storage | Up to 12GB + Up to 256GB |
| Rear Camera | 50MP + 2MP |
| Front Camera | 16MP |
| Battery | 5,500mAh |
| OS | Android 14 |
| Durability | IP64 dust tight and water resistant |
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