HONOR, a prominent smartphone brand, is set to strengthen its foldable smartphone lineup with the launch of a new device. The company has confirmed that it will soon release a powerful new foldable smartphone — the HONOR Magic V5. It will be launched in China on July 2, and subsequently, HONOR CEO James Li officially announced the global launch date at MWC 2025 in Shanghai.
HONOR claims that the HONOR Magic V5 will be a game-changer in the foldable smartphone market, calling it nothing short of “magic.” The company’s primary claim is that this device will be the thinnest and lightest foldable smartphone to hit the market.
HONOR asserts that the Magic V5 will set new records in both thinness and weight, further solidifying its place in the foldable phone space. The company has revealed that the phone will be 8.8mm thick when folded and just 4.35mm thick when unfolded. The device will weigh 226g.
Additionally, HONOR claims that the Magic V5 will be the most powerful AI-equipped foldable in the market. The device will introduce advanced on-device AI features, offering PC-level productivity to enhance user experience and make tasks easier. HONOR says this smartphone will mark a new chapter in the history of foldable phones.
Expected Features of the HONOR Magic V5:
Although HONOR has yet to officially announce the full list of features, leaked reports suggest that the HONOR Magic V5 will be powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Leading Edition chipset. The device is expected to feature a 7.95-inch 2K+ LTPO foldable display.
Other rumored specifications include:
- A 50MP rear camera setup
- Support for 66W wired charging
- A 6100mAh third-generation silicon-carbon battery
Leaked reports from Digital Chat Station further indicate that the rear camera system will include a 50MP main camera, ultra-wide camera, and a 3X optical periscope telephoto camera.
HONOR is expected to reveal more details about the HONOR Magic V5 in the days leading up to the official launch.
A Direct Challenge to Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7:
In another interesting development, Samsung is also preparing to launch its foldable smartphone, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, globally in early July. HONOR claims that the Magic V5 has the strength to directly challenge Samsung’s foldable lineup, offering cutting-edge design, superior performance, and portability — features that are sure to appeal to foldable smartphone enthusiasts.
HONOR is confident that the HONOR Magic V5 will become a top choice for consumers looking for a foldable smartphone with the perfect balance of innovation, performance, and portability. We can expect a global launch for the Magic V5 by the end of this year.
