The foldable smartphone segment just got a major upgrade with the launch of the Honor Magic V5, claimed to be the world’s thinnest foldable smartphone — at least
The foldable smartphone segment just got a major upgrade with the launch of the Honor Magic V5, claimed to be the world’s thinnest foldable smartphone — at least in its Ivory White edition. Launched on July 2 in China, this premium foldable stands out not just for its ultra-slim profile but also for its top-tier specs, stunning display, powerful camera system, and next-gen AI features. While global availability, including in India, is still under wraps, let’s dive deep into everything the Honor Magic V5 brings to the table.
The Honor Magic V5 is redefining sleekness in the foldable category. Its Ivory White variant measures just 8.8mm thick when folded — marginally thinner than the Oppo Find N5. The other variants (Black, Dawn Gold, and Reddish Brown) are slightly thicker at 9mm due to their vegan leather and fibre finishes.
Weighing just 217g, it matches the lightness of the Vivo X Fold 5, making it among the lightest foldables to date. Honor’s Super Steel Hinge technology ensures the folding mechanism is durable yet smooth, enhancing everyday usability.
Despite its thin profile, the phone has a noticeable camera bump, but Honor makes up for it with advanced camera capabilities and a solid feel that inspires confidence.
Photography lovers will appreciate the triple-lens setup on the Magic V5. It includes:
Honor emphasizes a complete photography experience, enabling users to capture crystal-clear photos across lighting conditions and distances. This camera system not only competes with traditional flagship phones but also sets new standards in the foldable space.
The Honor Magic V5 is not just a hardware powerhouse—it brings AI at the core of the user experience.
With its in-built AI assistant, YOYO, the phone helps users:
Honor’s AI image processing also sharpens videos and images, giving content creators and casual users enhanced detail and clarity with minimal effort.
Honor equips the Magic V5 with two LTPO OLED displays:
Both screens support 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring smooth visuals and responsiveness. Additionally, the phone includes a Carbon Fibre Reinforced Inner Display and Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield for durability.
It also carries IP58/IP59 water and dust resistance ratings, making it rugged enough for daily use.
Under the hood, the Magic V5 runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Elite chipset. This high-performance processor ensures seamless multitasking, gaming, and AI operations.
The phone is available in two configurations:
With this level of storage and battery life, users can enjoy extended productivity and entertainment without worry.
The Honor Magic V5 is more than just a style statement — it’s a powerful foldable smartphone built with precision, intelligence, and user-first innovation. Its ultra-slim design, flagship cameras, intelligent AI assistant, immersive displays, and long battery life make it a compelling choice in the premium smartphone market.
As we await a global release, especially in India, tech enthusiasts and professionals alike have much to look forward to with this latest innovation from Honor.
The Honor Magic V5’s Ivory White variant is just 8.8mm thick when folded, making it the slimmest foldable phone currently available, excluding the camera bump.
The phone includes the YOYO AI assistant, which helps with tasks like presentations, booking cabs, sharing screens, and even writing code. It also enhances image and video clarity with AI image processing.
It features a triple-camera setup: 50MP wide, 50MP ultra-wide, and a 64MP periscope telephoto lens, offering a flagship-level photography experience.
The Magic V5 includes a 7.9-inch inner OLED screen and a 6.43-inch outer OLED screen, both with a 120Hz refresh rate and scratch-resistant coatings.
As of now, Honor has launched the Magic V5 only in China. There’s no official word on the India release date yet.
