Honor Magic V5 Foldable Smartphone Officially Launched in China
Honor has officially launched its Magic V5 foldable phone in China, and the specs are solid. The phone runs on a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, giving it the kind of performance you’d expect from a top-tier flagship.
It comes with a 6.45-inch LTPO OLED cover screen, while on the inside, there’s a bigger 7.95-inch flexible OLED display. Powering it all is a 6100mAh battery, and yes — it supports both fast wired and wireless charging.
Storage, RAM & Price Options
You’ve got different options to choose from. The Honor Magic V5 comes in:
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- 16GB RAM + 512GB storage
- 16GB RAM + 1TB storage
Prices start at CNY 8,999 (around ₹1.07 lakh) and go up to CNY 10,999 (about ₹1.31 lakh). It’s available in some eye-catching colours: Dawn Gold, Silk Road Dunhuang, Velvet Black, and Warm White.
Sales officially start from June 4.
Display, Software, and Performance
The Magic V5 features a 7.95-inch inner OLED display and a 6.45-inch LTPO OLED cover screen — both flexible and sharp. Under the hood, it’s powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, paired with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB of internal storage.
The device runs on Android 15 with Honor’s custom MagicOS 9.1 on top.
Camera Setup
Camera-wise, the Magic V5 brings a triple rear camera setup that includes:
- 50MP main sensor
- 50MP ultra-wide shooter
- 64MP periscope telephoto lens with OIS and 3x optical zoom
For selfies and video calls, you’re getting 20MP front cameras — one on the inner screen and another on the outer display.
Battery and Charging
The top variant (16GB + 1TB) is powered by a big 6100mAh battery, while the other models come with a still solid 5820mAh battery. All variants support 66W fast wired charging and 50W wireless charging.
The phone also has IP58 and IP59 ratings for dust and water resistance.
Connectivity Features
As for connectivity, the Magic V5 supports:
- 5G and 4G
- Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth 6.0
- GPS
- NFC
- USB Type-C
Overall, the Honor Magic V5 brings a strong mix of power, style, and features — whether you care about performance, battery, or cameras.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. When will the Honor Magic V5 go on sale?
The phone goes on sale starting June 4 in China.
2. What makes the Magic V5 different from regular phones?
It’s a foldable phone with two screens — an outer 6.45-inch cover screen and a bigger 7.95-inch display inside. You get tablet-like screen space in a phone-sized body.
3. Which processor does it use?
The Magic V5 runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, which is a high-end processor for flagship phones.
4. Does it support 5G and the latest Wi-Fi?
Yes, it supports 5G connectivity and comes with Wi-Fi 7, so you’re covered in terms of speed and stability.
5. What’s the battery life like?
The 16GB + 1TB version has a 6100mAh battery, while other variants pack a 5820mAh battery. All support fast charging: 66W wired and 50W wireless.
6. How many cameras does it have?
There’s a triple rear camera setup — 50MP main, 50MP ultrawide, and 64MP telephoto — plus dual 20MP front cameras on the inner and outer screens.
7. What operating system does it run?
The device runs Android 15 with MagicOS 9.1 — Honor’s custom user interface.
8. Is it water-resistant?
Yes, it comes with IP58 and IP59 ratings for dust and water protection.
9. What are the storage and RAM options?
You can choose from three variants:
- 12GB RAM + 256GB storage
- 16GB RAM + 512GB storage
- 16GB RAM + 1TB storage
10. What’s the price of the Magic V5?
The price starts at CNY 8,999 (around ₹1.07 lakh) and goes up to CNY 10,999 (around ₹1.31 lakh), depending on the variant.
