Compare Honor Magic V3 vs ZTE Nubia Fold
In this technical comparison between the Honor Magic V3 and the ZTE Nubia Fold, 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 2200 x 2480 pixels (~414 ppi) for the Nubia Fold.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$1,999 and Approx. $1,150 USD.
| Specifications |
Honor Magic V3 |
ZTE Nubia Fold |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | July 2024 | December 2025 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM (dual stand-by) or Nano-SIM + eSIM | Nano-SIM + eSIM (Dual SIM support) |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 156.6 x 145.3 x 4.35 mm Folded: 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm | Unfolded: 160 x 144 x 5.4 mm; Folded: 160 x 73 x 11.1 mm |
| Weight | 226g (Leather back) / 230g (Glass back) | 249g |
| Build materials | Aerospace-grade fiber / Glass back, aluminum alloy frame, titanium hinge | Front: UTG glass (unfolded), Glass (folded); Back: Glass; Frame: Aluminum |
| Water/Dust rating | IPX8 water resistant (up to 2.5m for 30 mins) | IP54 (Dust and splash resistant) |
| Miscellaneous | Super Steel Hinge, thinnest foldable at launch | 3D-etched back glass, High-strength steel hinge |
| Display | ||
| Type | Inner: Foldable LTPO OLED, 1B colors | Foldable OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
| Size | 7.92 inches (~88.6% screen-to-body ratio) | 8.0 inches |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344 pixels (~402 ppi) | 2200 x 2480 pixels (~414 ppi) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz (LTPO) | 120Hz |
| HDR support | HDR10+, Dolby Vision | HDR10+ |
| Protection | Super Armored Inner Screen | Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) |
| Display (Cover) | 6.43" LTPO OLED, 1060 x 2376 px, 5000 nits (peak), NanoCrystal Shield 2.0 | 6.50" OLED, 1172 x 2748 pixels, 120Hz |
| Various | - | 1.5K resolution on cover screen; independent multitasking support |
| Platform | ||
| OS | Android 14, MagicOS 8.0.1 | Android 15, MyOS |
| 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 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 830 |
| Software Features | AI Defocus Display, Magic Portal, Parallel Space, Circle to Search | AI Call Assist, AI Simultaneous Interpretation, AI Writing |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0) | 256GB / 512GB (UFS 4.0) |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB (LPDDR5X) | 12GB (LPDDR5X) |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 50 MP, f/1.6, 1/1.56", PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8, PDAF, OIS |
| Ultra-wide | 40 MP, f/2.2, 112°, AF (supports macro) | 50 MP, f/2.2, 120° |
| Telephoto / periscope | 50 MP, f/3.0, Periscope, 3.5x optical zoom, OIS, 100x Digital Zoom | Not available (uses digital zoom on main/macro) |
| Macro | - | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| OIS | Yes (Main and Telephoto) | Yes (Main lens) |
| Video recording | 4K@30/60fps (10-bit), 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 8K, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p, 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, AI Face Sticker |
| Selfie Camera video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, 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, DTS:X Ultra |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7, Tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | - | Yes |
| Infrared | Yes | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG |
| Features | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted | Side-mounted |
| Stylus support | Yes (Both inner and outer screens) | - |
| Special Features | - | AI Gaming Space, FeliCa support (Japan model) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 5150 mAh (Silicon-Carbon) | 6560mAh (Silicon-Carbon), Non-removable |
| Wired charging | 66W SuperCharge | 55W (100% in ~70 mins) |
| Wireless charging | 50W Wireless SuperCharge | - |
| Reverse charging | 5W Reverse wired | - |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Velvet Black, Tundra Green, Snow (White), Reddish Brown (Silk Road Dunhuang) | Black |
| Inside the box | Phone, 66W Charger, USB-C Cable, PU Protective Case, Eject Tool | - |
| Price | ~$1,999 | Approx. $1,150 USD |
| Full Details | Magic V3 - Full Specifications | Nubia Fold - Full Specifications |