Samsung has introduced its latest lineup of foldable phones, including the highly anticipated Galaxy Z Fold 7 on July 9. This new model boasts a notably slimmer design compared to its predecessor, the Z Fold 6 released in 2024. However, a rival Android manufacturer, Honor, has stolen the spotlight with the launch of what they claim to be the thinnest foldable phone globally.
Honor revealed the Honor Magic V5, a book-style folding phone that they assert is the thinnest foldable device worldwide. For a limited time, customers can enjoy a £300 discount by using the code AV5UK300 during checkout. Additionally, shoppers signing up for TopCashBack can receive an extra £137.50 discount by using a unique referral link, saving a total of £437.75.
The Honor Magic V5 has an impressive feat of completing the world’s longest book, Marcel Proust’s ‘In Search of Lost Time,’ on the V5 – 4300 pages – on a single charge, lasting 30 hours with 10% battery remaining. When folded, the new Magic V5 measures just 8.8mm thick, surpassing the Oppo Find N5 by a slight 0.1mm. This difference, though minimal, showcases the V5’s sleekness compared to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6, which is 12.1mm thick and 5.6mm at its thinnest point when unfolded.
The V5 model comes in a slim 4.1mm thickness, with the white variant being the thinnest at 4.1mm. The other color options measure 9mm thick when folded due to different finishes. Despite its sleek design, the V5 features a substantial camera bump on the back, a characteristic of foldable phones that have evolved considerably since the first Galaxy Fold release in 2019.
In terms of specifications, the V5 surpasses its predecessor, the V3, with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, 16GB RAM, and 512GB storage. The interior screen is a 7.95-inch folding OLED with a refresh rate of up to 120Hz and peak brightness of 5,000 nits, while the outer screen provides standard phone dimensions, ensuring a seamless experience when the device is closed, unlike the Z Fold 6.
The V5’s camera setup includes a 50MP main camera, a 64MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 50MP ultra-wide lens, along with dual 20MP selfie cameras. With a 5,820mAh battery and IP58/IP59 dust and water resistance, the Honor Magic V5 promises exceptional battery life and durability, suitable for surviving accidental water exposure.
Currently, the Honor V5 Magic Foldable phone is priced at £1699.99 at Argos or £1399.99 on Honor’s website when using the discount code AV5UK300. For an additional £137.50 off, customers can sign up with TopCashBack. Alternatively, customers interested in Samsung devices can find the new Galaxy Z Fold7 for £1799.99 on Samsung’s website or opt for a discounted Samsung Galaxy Z Flip4 5G Smartphone for £449 through a Wowcher deal.