HONOR Magic V3 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
Our verdict: When it comes to contract value, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 wins — it's £310.02 less than the HONOR Magic V3 5G overall. Display sharpness is where the HONOR Magic V3 5G pulls ahead, hitting 402 PPI. On paper, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 wins the camera battle with 200MP on the rear. Up front, the HONOR Magic V3 5G wins with a 20MP selfie camera.
HONOR Magic V3 5G
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
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| Screen | 7.92" | 8" |
| Display | LTPO OLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2156 x 2344 | 1968 x 2184 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 402 | 367 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-SIM | nano-SIM and e-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 | 5.3, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm | 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm |
| Weight | 230 grams | 215 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£44.99/mo
£529.00 upfront |
£53.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1197.99 | £1209.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is cheaper on contract at £1319.96 over the life of the deal from £53.79 per month with £29.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 7.9", the HONOR Magic V3 5G has the sharper display at 402 pixels per inch versus 367, and the HONOR Magic V3 5G uses a LTPO OLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a 200 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 V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £1197.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 use?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8550-AC Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 uses the Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm).
Which is easier to carry and hold, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is lighter but the HONOR Magic V3 5G is more compact. It's 15g lighter at 215 grams, though the HONOR Magic V3 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.6 x 74.0 x 9.2 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is slimmer at 4.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V3 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The HONOR Magic V3 5G is rated IP68 - Dust and water resistant over 1.5 meter and 30 minutes, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is rated IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V3 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 run?
Both phones run Android.