Honor Magic V5 Launching in 2025: Full Specifications, Features & Price

General Overview

The Honor Magic V5 is Honor’s next-generation foldable flagship smartphone expected to debut in late 2025. Designed as a premium alternative to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold series, the Magic V5 promises a powerful chipset, a large foldable display, flagship-level cameras, and advanced multitasking features. It’s built for professionals, creators, and tech enthusiasts who want cutting-edge design combined with high performance.

Design

The Honor Magic V5 adopts a foldable book-style design with ultra-thin bezels and a seamless hinge mechanism. The device is constructed using aluminum alloy and Gorilla Glass Victus for durability. The hinge is improved for long-term reliability, capable of lasting over 400,000 folds. It will be available in Phantom Black, Glacier Silver, and Emerald Green.

Display

• Main Display: 7.9-inch Foldable LTPO AMOLED
• Resolution: 2200 x 2480 pixels
• Refresh Rate: 120Hz adaptive
• Peak Brightness: 1800 nits
• Cover Display: 6.4-inch AMOLED (Full HD+, 120Hz)

Memory & Performance

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 (expected)
• GPU: Adreno 830
• RAM: 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X
• Storage: 256GB / 512GB / 1TB UFS 4.0
• Expandable Storage: Not supported

Connectivity

• Dual 5G SIM support
• Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
• USB Type-C 4.0
• NFC, Infrared Blaster
• Satellite Communication Support (expected)

Camera

• Rear Camera: 50MP (Wide, OIS) + 50MP (Ultra-Wide) + 64MP (Telephoto, 3x Optical Zoom)
• Front Camera (Main Display): 16MP punch-hole
• Front Camera (Cover Display): 12MP punch-hole
• Video Recording: 8K @ 30fps, 4K @ 60fps
• Features: AI Night Mode, Cinematic Video, Multi-angle capture

Technical Specifications

• Operating System: Android 15 with MagicOS 9.0
• Battery: 5200mAh
• Charging: 80W wired fast charging, 50W wireless charging
• Security: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Face Unlock
• Audio: Dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos

Multimedia

The Honor Magic V5 is optimized for multitasking and media consumption. With its foldable display, it supports split-screen apps, drag-and-drop functionality, and immersive HDR10+ playback. Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos enhance both visuals and audio for an unparalleled experience.

Extras

• IPX8 water resistance
• Stylus support (sold separately)
• Always-On Display (AOD)
• AI cooling and performance optimization
• Multi-device collaboration with Honor laptops/tablets

Availability & Launch Date

The Honor Magic V5 is expected to launch in Q4 2025, with availability in China first, followed by global markets including India, UAE, and the US.

Price

• India: ₹1,49,999 (expected)
• UAE: AED 6,499 (expected)
• USA: $1,699 (expected)

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Large 7.9-inch foldable AMOLED with 120Hz
• Snapdragon 8 Gen 4 flagship performance
• Premium build with IPX8 resistance
• Strong camera system with telephoto zoom
• Fast wired and wireless charging

Cons:

• High pricing
• No expandable storage
• Bulky compared to traditional smartphones

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