HONOR Magic V2 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5

Our verdict: Screen lovers will prefer the HONOR Magic V2 5G and its 7.9" display running at 402 PPI. For video calls and selfies, the HONOR Magic V2 5G offers a 16MP front camera. If weight matters, the HONOR Magic V2 5G is easier to pocket at 231g. Spill a drink? The HONOR Magic V2 5G can handle it with IP68 protection — the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 can't say the same.

Screen
7.92" 7.6"
Display
LTPO OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution
2156 x 2344 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch
402 373
Rear Camera
50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera
16 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Storage
512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS
Android Android
SIM Type
Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity
Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth
5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions
156.7 x 74 x 9.9 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight
231 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance
IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts
£67.33/mo (£30.00 upfront)
SIM-free
£535.00 £469.99
HONOR Magic V2 5G HONOR Magic V2 5G Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Screen 7.92" 7.6"
Display LTPO OLED Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X
Resolution 2156 x 2344 1812 x 2176
Pixels Per Inch 402 373
Rear Camera 50 Megapixels 50 Megapixels
Front Camera 16 Megapixels 4 Megapixels
Chipset Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
Storage 512GB 256GB, 512GB
OS Android Android
SIM Type Nano SIM Nano SIM
Connectivity Up to 5G Up to 5G
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7
Bluetooth 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Dimensions 156.7 x 74 x 9.9 mm 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm
Weight 231 grams 275 grams
Water Resistance IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins)
Contracts £67.33/mo
£30.00 upfront
SIM-free £535.00 £469.99
Deals Deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V2 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The HONOR Magic V2 5G has the bigger screen at 7.9" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's 7.6", the HONOR Magic V2 5G has the sharper display at 402 pixels per inch versus 373, and the HONOR Magic V2 5G uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.

Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V2 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The HONOR Magic V2 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a 50 Megapixels rear camera. Both devices also have front-facing cameras for selfies and video calls.

Which is cheaper to buy SIM-free, the HONOR Magic V2 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £469.99.

What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V2 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The HONOR Magic V2 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.

What processors do the HONOR Magic V2 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?

The HONOR Magic V2 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 uses the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm).

Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V2 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic V2 5G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 44g lighter at 231 grams, though the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is actually the more compact phone at 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm, the HONOR Magic V2 5G is slimmer at 9.9mm thick.

Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V2 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?

The HONOR Magic V2 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).

What operating system do the HONOR Magic V2 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?

Both phones run Android.