Honor Magic V5 introduces a whole new generation of foldable devices. This foldable phone may look like something out a science fiction, but it’s not just a concept or prototype: You’ll be able to buy it in a few months. Here’s what to expect after living with this collapsible device for weeks: It is, as I can attest, absolutely unlike any portable foldable phone we’ve played around with.
Leave your laptop at home, the magic is all you need! With the tiniest dimensions of any 6.1 smartphone, the magic easily fits in your hand or your pocket. The product is a testament to foldable devices like mobile phones can be powerful and stylish. Today, we are driven to reveal this HONOR ‘half’ or foldable phone, and find out what makes it so special in the current competitive environment.
Honor Magic V5: Slimmest Foldable Yet?
The Honor Magic V5 takes the foldable mobile to a new level. That’s 8.8mm thin when folded or thinner than most regular smartphones. This foldable phone is a mere 217g in Dawn Gold colour, and it is surprisingly light for a foldable.
The golden tone clasps light marvellously for a sophisticated look. It’s finished in gold, and the warm color separates it from other foldable phones.
Key Thickness Comparisons:
- Honor Magic V5: 8.8mm folded
- Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6: 12.1mm folded
- Google Pixel Fold: 12.1mm folded
- OnePlus Open: 11.9mm folded
Design & Build
The HONOR Magic V5 has an incredibly solid feel despite its wafer-thin dimensions. The aluminum frame offers superior stability while still being easy to use. The hinge works very well; it’s just tight enough.
The Dawn Gold version has a nice premium feel to it, with its warm colour. This gold design grabs enough light around to make the gadgets feel luxurious. The color catches the light and shifts ever so subtly as you move the phone, giving you more visual depth.
Build Quality Features:
- Aerospace-grade aluminum frame
- IP58/IP59 dual water resistance ratings
- Smooth hinge with 200,000+ fold cycle rating
- Premium vegan leather back option
The device is 4.1 mm in its unfolded state, and it is a really slim device to be used every day. This feat is made possible through HONOR innovation technology that optimizes internal component arrangement.
Display Experience: Tablet Power, Phone Fit
The Honor Magic V5 double-fold display that unfolds into two displays that can exchange visual information with each other. The 6.43 cover display does everything you need it to do, and the 7.95 main screen acts like a tablet.
Both screens can display 5000-nit peak brightness, resulting in stellar readability even under direct sunlight. HONOR AI Display technology allows users to experience color temperature and brightness changes based on environmental conditions.
| Display Specifications | Cover Screen | Main Screen |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 6.43 inches | 7.95 inches |
| Resolution | 1060 x 2376 | 2272 x 2344 |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Peak Brightness | 5000 nits | 5000 nits |
The AI visual enhancement can improve the quality of content automatically. Whether you are watching videos or reading, the HONOR display provides incredible detail and vivid colors. It’s clever display instantly adjusts to suit the type of content you’re watching.
The fold on the main display still feels minimal in real use. The temptation to fold and unfold the device is avoided as HONOR’s tech team visibly decreases creases than previous foldable generations.
Camera Check: Falcon System & Telephoto
The HONOR Falcon Camera system is leaping forward with professional photography for this bendable phone. And to get the obvious one out of the way: those video-capturing abilities are downright cinematic in many cases, rivaling what you’d expect from a stand-alone camera.
Its main 50MP sensor does produce great low-light imagery too. The 64MP periscope telephoto supports 30x AI Super Zoom with amazing details being captured. The 50MP ultra-wide camera takes photos with a wide scenery while barely any distortion.
Camera System Breakdown:
- Main Camera: 50MP with OIS
- Telephoto: 64MP periscope 3x optical zoom
- Ultra-Wide: 50MP at 122° field of view
- Front Cameras: 50MP (cover) and (main display)
The Falcon camera system applies sophisticated image processing algorithms for reliable performance. Portrait mode does a good job of separating subjects from the background, while night mode takes crisp, detailed shots in unfavorable lighting.
The camera tech does shine when it comes to video recording. 4K video stabilization stays solid, with optical image stabilization and electronic stabilization working in tandem.
Performance & Battery: Snapdragon 8 Elite
The Honor Magic V5 is fuelled by the Snapdragon Elite Mobile Platform with extreme efficiency. This Qualcomm Snapdragon chip can tackle your most intensive tasks with ease.
It is accompanied by 16 GB LPDDR5X RAM, which means you can multitask smoothly. It has no problem handling multiple apps at once.
Battery & Charging Specifications:
- Capacity: 5820mAh (global) / 6100mAh (China)
- Wired Charging: 66W SuperCharge
- Wireless Charging: 50W
- Reverse Charging: 5W
The charging speed of 66W refills the battery entirely from 0-100% in around 50 minutes. Silicon tech for a long lifespan of battery with better drop tolerance.
MagicOS 9: Smooth or Rough Around Edges?
MagicOS 9 on top of Android 15 assures a slick, swift experience. The app, which has been built to fully optimise the foldable form factor, with smart app continuity features.
Integrate HONOR AI for daily efficiency. The smart assistant gets smarter with usage and offers related actions. Even the camera, battery, and app predictions can be AI-enabled.
Key Software Features:
- HONOR Connect: Seamless device connectivity
- HONOR Magic-Pen support for digital writing
- HONOR Phone Clone for easy data migration
- Smart multi-window management
The connectivity between the Honor MagicV5 and other HONOR products is just seamless. HONOR sync updates files, photos, and settings simultaneously on all connected devices.
The app will get better with the new updates as the foldable display optimizations are being continued. Most of your favorite apps now play well with the unconventional aspect ratio.
Price & Full Specifications Breakdown
The Honor Magic V5 pricing varies by region and storage configuration. In the UK, it’s priced at £1,699.99 for the 16GB + 512GB model, while US pricing ranges from $1,255 to $1,535.
| Storage Option | UK Price | US Price (Est.) |
|---|---|---|
| 16GB + 256GB | £1,599.99 | $1,255 |
| 16GB + 512GB | £1,699.99 | $1,395 |
| 16GB + 1TB | £1,899.99 | $1,535 |
The V5 specs justify the premium pricing with flagship-level components. The innovative solutions and technology enhancements make it competitive against other premium foldables.
Complete V5 Features:
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite
- RAM: 16GB LPDDR5X
- Storage: 256GB/512GB/1TB UFS 4.1
- Battery: 5820mAh with 66W charging
- Water Resistance: IP58/IP59 ratings
The Magic-Pen accessory and other HONOR innovations add value to the overall package. Early adopters receive exclusive benefits, including the digital writing tool and premium accessories.
Conclusion
Honor Magic V5 perfectly balances style and substance in an impressively slim form factor. With this HUAWEI V5 handheld, HONOR continues to further the foldable technology and application to its everyday use.
With these breakthroughs, we are extremely excited about the latest in the HONOR flagship range. It sits in a fairly high premium price point, but the impressive tech and smooth switch features make it a worthwhile investment for anyone wanting some of the best phone tech out there.
Frequently Asked Questions
When folded, the Honor Magic V5 is 8.8mm thick, slimmer than many traditional flagship smartphones, including the iPhone 15 Pro Max (8.25mm).
Yes, the silicon-carbon tech is 15% more power-dense than today’s lithium-ion tech, and lasts longer over the car’s life.
The device is water-resistant to splashes and light rain, but it is not dust-tight or submersible.
The 64MP periscope telephoto camera provides 3x optical zoom and up to 30x AI-enhanced digital zoom, with good detail for even moderate zoom levels.
Yes, the Honor Magic V5 was globally released in August 2025 – it came to Europe, the UK, and a few other places, and we’d expect the US to get it later on.
