Compare Honor Magic V3 vs Honor Magic V5
In this technical comparison between the Honor Magic V3 and the Honor Magic V5, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2156 x 2344 pixels (~402 ppi) for the Magic V3 versus 2352 x 2172 px (Main) | 2376 x 1060 px (Cover) for the Magic V5.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$1,999 and Starting at approx. $1,299.
| Specifications |
Honor Magic V3 |
Honor Magic V5 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | July 2024 | August 2025 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM (dual stand-by) or Nano-SIM + eSIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 156.6 x 145.3 x 4.35 mm Folded: 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm | Folded: 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm | Unfolded: 156.8 x 145.9 x 4.1 mm |
| Weight | 226g (Leather back) / 230g (Glass back) | ~217g (Ivory White) | ~222g (Other versions) |
| Build materials | Aerospace-grade fiber / Glass back, aluminum alloy frame, titanium hinge | Carbon fiber backplate, Luban Suspension Hinge, Aluminum frame |
| Water/Dust rating | IPX8 water resistant (up to 2.5m for 30 mins) | IP58/IP59 (Survives high-pressure jets and immersion) |
| Miscellaneous | Super Steel Hinge, thinnest foldable at launch | One of the world's thinnest foldables at 4.1mm when open |
| Display | ||
| Type | Inner: Foldable LTPO OLED, 1B colors | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1.07B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 7.92 inches (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 7.95-inch (Main) | 6.43-inch (Cover) |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344 pixels (~402 ppi) | 2352 x 2172 px (Main) | 2376 x 1060 px (Cover) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz (LTPO) | 120Hz (Adaptive 1-120Hz) |
| HDR support | HDR10+, Dolby Vision | HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HDR Vivid |
| Protection | Super Armored Inner Screen | Honor Super Armored Inner Screen / Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield (Cover) |
| Display (Cover) | 6.43" LTPO OLED, 1060 x 2376 px, 5000 nits (peak), NanoCrystal Shield 2.0 | 5000 nits peak brightness; 4320Hz PWM dimming |
| Various | - | AI Defocus Display; stylus support on both screens |
| Platform | ||
| OS | Android 14, MagicOS 8.0.1 | MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz Cortex-X4 & 3x3.2 GHz & 2x3.0 GHz & 2x2.3 GHz) | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 830 |
| Software Features | AI Defocus Display, Magic Portal, Parallel Space, Circle to Search | Magic Portal, YOYO AI assistant, AI-powered battery management |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0/4.1) |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB (LPDDR5X) | 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 50 MP, f/1.6, 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Laser AF |
| Ultra-wide | 40 MP, f/2.2, 112°, AF (supports macro) | 50 MP, f/2.0, 122˚, AF (Macro support) |
| Telephoto / periscope | 50 MP, f/3.0, Periscope, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS, 100x Digital Zoom | 64 MP, f/2.5, 3x optical zoom, OIS, 100x digital zoom |
| Macro | - | Supported via Ultra-wide lens |
| Depth / ToF | - | Color temperature sensor |
| OIS | Yes (Main and Telephoto) | Yes (Wide and Telephoto) |
| Video recording | 4K@30/60fps (10-bit), 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps (10-bit), gyro-EIS |
| Selfie Camera | ||
| Inner selfie camera | 20 MP, f/2.2, 90° (Both screens) | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Cover selfie camera | HDR, Portrait mode, Gesture control | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Selfie Camera features | - | HDR, Portrait |
| Selfie Camera video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Audio features | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio, DTS:X Ultra | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio, Noise reduction |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7, Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| NFC | - | Yes |
| Infrared | Yes | Yes |
| Radio | - | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 |
| Features | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted | Side-mounted |
| Stylus support | Yes (Both inner and outer screens) | Yes (Honor Magic Pen) |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | - | No |
| Special Features | - | AI Motion Sensing Capture, Circle to Search |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 5150 mAh (Silicon-Carbon) | 5,820mAh (Global) / 6,100mAh (1TB China model) Silicon-Carbon |
| Wired charging | 66W SuperCharge | 66W Honor SuperCharge |
| Wireless charging | 50W Wireless SuperCharge | 50W Wireless SuperCharge |
| Reverse charging | 5W Reverse wired | 5W Reverse wired |
| Reverse wireless charging | - | Yes |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Velvet Black, Tundra Green, Snow (White), Reddish Brown (Silk Road Dunhuang) | Black, Ivory White, Dawn Gold, Reddish Brown |
| Inside the box | Phone, 66W Charger, USB-C Cable, PU Protective Case, Eject Tool | 66W Charger, USB-C Cable, Protective Case, Pre-installed protectors |
| Price | ~$1,999 | Starting at approx. $1,299 |
| Full Details | Magic V3 - Full Specifications | Magic V5 - Full Specifications |