Compare Honor Magic V5 vs Honor Magic V6
In this technical comparison between the Honor Magic V5 and the Honor Magic V6, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
The display is a highlight, featuring a resolution of 2352 x 2172 px (Main) | 2376 x 1060 px (Cover) for the Magic V5 versus 2352 x 2172 px (Main) | 2420 x 1080 px (Cover) for the Magic V6.
Choosing between these two Foldable Phones models often comes down to your budget, with prices around Starting at approx. $1,299 and Approx. $1,499.
| Specifications |
Honor Magic V5 |
Honor Magic V6 |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | August 2025 | March 2026 |
| Network | ||
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM | Dual Nano-SIM (Global); Optional Dual eSIM support (max 2 active) |
| Body | ||
| Dimensions | Folded: 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm | Unfolded: 156.8 x 145.9 x 4.1 mm | Folded: 156.7 x 74.5 x 8.75 mm | Unfolded: 156.7 x 145.6 x 4.0 mm |
| Weight | ~217g (Ivory White) | ~222g (Other versions) | ~219g |
| Build materials | Carbon fiber backplate, Luban Suspension Hinge, Aluminum frame | Aerospace-grade hinge, specialized UTG (Ultra Thin Glass), custom scratch-resistant cover panel |
| Water/Dust rating | IP58/IP59 (Survives high-pressure jets and immersion) | IP68 and IP69 (High-pressure water jet resistance) |
| Miscellaneous | One of the world's thinnest foldables at 4.1mm when open | Ultra-slim profile; folds/unfolds underwater support |
| Display | ||
| Type | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1.07B colors, 120Hz | Foldable LTPO2 AMOLED, 1B colors, 4320Hz PWM dimming |
| Size | 7.95-inch (Main) | 6.43-inch (Cover) | 7.95-inch (Main) | 6.52-inch (Cover) |
| Resolution | 2352 x 2172 px (Main) | 2376 x 1060 px (Cover) | 2352 x 2172 px (Main) | 2420 x 1080 px (Cover) |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz (Adaptive 1-120Hz) | 120Hz (both) |
| HDR support | HDR10+ / Dolby Vision / HDR Vivid | HDR10+ / Dolby Vision |
| Protection | Honor Super Armored Inner Screen / Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield (Cover) | Honor NanoCrystal Shield 3.0 / UTG |
| Display (Cover) | 5000 nits peak brightness; 4320Hz PWM dimming | 5000 nits peak brightness; 21:9 aspect ratio |
| Various | AI Defocus Display; stylus support on both screens | Always-on display; stylus support on both screens |
| Platform | ||
| OS | MagicOS 9.0 based on Android 15 | MagicOS 10 based on Android 16 (Promise of 7 major upgrades) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2) | Octa-core (2x4.6 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix L + 6x3.62 GHz Oryon V3 Phoenix M) |
| GPU | Adreno 830 | Adreno 840 |
| Software Features | Magic Portal, YOYO AI assistant, AI-powered battery management | Advanced AI multitasking, "Robot Phone" interaction features, Satellite Connectivity (specific variants) |
| Memory | ||
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.0/4.1) | 512GB / 1TB (UFS 4.1) |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB LPDDR5X | 16GB LPDDR6 |
| Main Camera | ||
| Wide (main) | 50 MP, f/1.6, OIS, Laser AF | 50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm, 1/1.56", OIS, Laser AF |
| Ultra-wide | 50 MP, f/2.0, 122˚, AF (Macro support) | 50 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 122˚, AF (Macro support) |
| Telephoto / periscope | 64 MP, f/2.5, 3x optical zoom, OIS, 100x digital zoom | 64 MP, f/2.5, 70mm, OIS, 3x optical zoom (up to 100x digital) |
| Macro | Supported via Ultra-wide lens | - |
| Depth / ToF | Color temperature sensor | - |
| OIS | Yes (Wide and Telephoto) | Yes (Wide and Telephoto) |
| Video recording | 4K@30/60fps (10-bit), gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps (10-bit), 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, gyro-EIS |
| Selfie Camera | ||
| Inner selfie camera | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Cover selfie camera | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2 (Wide) |
| Selfie Camera features | HDR, Portrait | HDR, Portrait mode |
| Selfie Camera video | 4K@30fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes (Symmetrical dual speakers) |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Audio features | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio, Noise reduction | DTS:X Ultra, 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio |
| Connectivity | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7, Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 7, Dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Positioning | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a) |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Infrared | Yes | Yes |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, DisplayPort 1.2 |
| Features | ||
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer | Accelerometer, Gyro, Proximity, Compass, Barometer |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted | Side-mounted (capacitive) |
| Stylus support | Yes (Honor Magic Pen) | Yes (Honor Magic-Pencil 3) |
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) | No | Yes |
| Special Features | AI Motion Sensing Capture, Circle to Search | Real-time AI translation, Satellite messaging (Pro/Special editions) |
| Battery | ||
| Battery type / capacity | 5,820mAh (Global) / 6,100mAh (1TB China model) Silicon-Carbon | 6,660mAh (Global) / 7,150mAh (China variant) Silicon-Carbon |
| Wired charging | 66W Honor SuperCharge | 80W Honor SuperCharge |
| Wireless charging | 50W Wireless SuperCharge | 66W Wireless SuperCharge |
| Reverse charging | 5W Reverse wired | 5W Reverse wired |
| Reverse wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Misc | ||
| Colors | Black, Ivory White, Dawn Gold, Reddish Brown | Black, Gold, Red, White, Gray |
| Inside the box | 66W Charger, USB-C Cable, Protective Case, Pre-installed protectors | 80W Adapter, USB-C Cable, Protective Case, Pre-applied screen protectors |
| Price | Starting at approx. $1,299 | Approx. $1,499 |
| Full Details | Magic V5 - Full Specifications | Magic V6 - Full Specifications |