The Honor Magic V5 strides into the 2025 smartphone arena as the world’s thinnest foldable phone, aiming to redefine what a foldable device can achieve. After spending time with this sleek marvel, I’m struck by its featherlight design, cutting-edge camera system, and powerful performance. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, this device is crafted for users who crave a premium foldable experience without sacrificing portability or functionality. But how does it fare against rivals like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Oppo Find N5? Let’s dive in.The Honor Magic V5 strides into the 2025 smartphone arena as the world’s thinnest foldable phone, aiming to redefine what a foldable device can achieve. After spending time with this sleek marvel, I’m struck by its featherlight design, cutting-edge camera system, and powerful performance. Powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, this device is crafted for users who crave a premium foldable experience without sacrificing portability or functionality. But how does it fare against rivals like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or the Oppo Find N5?.
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Specification |
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Display |
7.95" Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, 2172 x 2352 pixels ( |
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Processor |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (SM8750-AB, 3nm) |
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RAM |
12 GB / 16 GB (LPDDR5X) |
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Storage |
256 GB / 512 GB / 1 TB (UFS 4.1, non-expandable) |
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Main Camera |
Triple: 50 MP (wide, f/1.6, 23mm, PDAF, OIS), 64 MP (periscope telephoto, f/2.5, 70mm, 3x optical zoom, OIS), 50 MP (ultrawide, f/2.0, 13mm, 122° FoV, AF) |
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Selfie Camera |
Dual: 20 MP (wide, f/2.2, 90°, inner screen), 20 MP (wide, f/2.2, 90°, cover screen), HDR |
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Battery |
5820 mAh (International) / 6100 mAh (1TB China model), Si/C Li-Ion, 66W wired charging, 50W wireless charging, 5W reverse wired charging |
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Operating System |
MagicOS 9.0.1 (Android 15) |
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SIM Support |
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM) |
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Connectivity |
5G, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, Bluetooth 6.0 (A2DP, LE, aptX HD, LDAC, LC3), NFC, USB Type-C 3.1, GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, Galileo |
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Build & Design |
Glass front, 7-series aluminum alloy frame, aerospace specialty fiber back, stylus support, IP58/IP59 dust and water resistance |
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Dimensions & Weight |
Unfolded: 156.8 x 145.9 x 4.1 mm; Folded: 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm; 217 g (Ivory White) / 222 g (other colors) |
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Audio |
Stereo speakers, 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio, no 3.5mm jack |
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Colors |
Dawn Gold, Reddish Brown, Ivory White, Black |
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Additional Features |
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, Circle to Search, HONOR Share, AI Motion Sickness Relief, Gemini AI integration |
This thing is an engineering flex, no lie. Folded, it’s thinner than most “normal” flagships (even the S25 Ultra). The hinge feels sturdy, and the crease? Shrunk down so much it’s almost not there. That octagonal camera dome looks kinda futuristic, too. And the colors—Dawn Gold, Ivory White—are straight-up classy. Oh, and it’ll survive a dust storm and a splash fight.
The main 7.95-inch display is pure eye candy. High res, 120Hz, and bright enough to use outside in the sun. The cover screen? Just as good, so you don’t have to compromise when it’s folded. Side by side with a Galaxy Z Fold 7, the Magic V5’s bezels are basically non-existent, and yeah, stylus support is there if you’re the artsy type.
Here’s where it gets spicy. The 50MP main shooter brings the heat, even in crappy lighting—almost on Huawei Pura 80 Ultra’s level (yeah, I said it). The telephoto can zoom up to 100x, though honestly, after 10x things get fuzzy. Ultrawide’s clean, doesn’t warp your landscape shots. Dual selfie cams on both screens, plus 3D face unlock. It might not beat Huawei’s best, but it definitely outguns Samsung’s foldables for night shots.
5820mAh—huge for a foldable. Easily gets through a full day, maybe more unless you’re binge-watching everything. Wired charging hits 50% in about 25 minutes, and wireless isn’t far behind. It’s not the fastest out there, but you’re not waiting around forever.
MagicOS 9.0.1 on Android 15 feels smooth and actually intuitive. Triple Split Screen is great for multitasking (think juggling docs, web, and chat all at once). Some neat AI tricks, too—like deepfake detection. The only bummer is that update promise: four years for OS, five for security. Not bad, but Samsung’s just doing it better.
The Honor Magic V5 is basically a mic drop for foldable phones. Super thin, monster battery, killer screens, and cameras that don’t suck, and built like a tank. Performance is flagship-level, no surprise with Snapdragon 8 Elite inside. Sure, the price is up there, and the camera bump’s kind of obnoxious, plus you can’t just pop in a microSD card. Also, if you’re in the US, well… good luck. But if you’re chasing the next big thing in foldable and want something that looks and feels premium, this one’s worth a serious look. Not perfect, but damn close.
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