HONOR Magic V5 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
On price there's almost nothing between them: both work out around £1302 over a full contract.
10 reviews 4.4
12 reviews
Prices updated 12 July 2026
HONOR Magic V5 5G
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.4 12 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 8" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1968 x 2184 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 367 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 200 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 10 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8750-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) |
| Battery | 5,820 mAh | 4,400 mAh |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| 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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm | 158.4 x 143.2 x 4.2 mm |
| Weight | 222 grams | 215 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m | IP48 dust and water resistant (dust > 1mm; immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min) |
| Contracts |
£13.00/mo
£979.00 upfront |
£54.79/mo
£29.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £1133.00 | £944.99 |
| Prices updated 12 July 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic V5 5G is cheaper on contract at £1302.40 over the life of the deal from £13.00 per month with £979.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
Both phones have a similar screen size at around 8", the HONOR Magic V5 5G has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 367, and the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 has a Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The HONOR Magic V5 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 V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £944.99.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 use?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 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 V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is lighter but the HONOR Magic V5 5G is more compact. It's 7g lighter at 215 grams, though the HONOR Magic V5 5G is actually the more compact phone at 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is slimmer at 4.2mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is rated IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m, 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 V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 run?
Both phones run Android.