I get all of that and that's why I wax my car, I think it offers the same level of protection you describe, properly applied professional ceramic just lasts longer.
I'm not against ceramic btw, I'm quite new to in-depth car cleaning and am interested in all the different types of products and claims and really want to know the facts as some are better than others.
I've settled on Bilt Hamber wax because it lasts a long time (claimed 6 months, I'm 4 months in and it's still good) it's cheap, looks phenomenal, and is very easy to apply/top up.
A recent video I watched made a good point about the push/pull of these products, when you gain in one area you lose in another, there isn't just one miracle product, and I find that interesting to explore and discuss.