HONOR Magic V5 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
Our verdict: Add up the full contract cost and the HONOR Magic V5 5G comes in £884.48 cheaper than the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5. Display goes to the HONOR Magic V5 5G — it packs a bigger 8" screen and a sharper 403 PPI. For video calls and selfies, the HONOR Magic V5 5G offers a 20MP front camera. Day-to-day comfort favours the HONOR Magic V5 5G at 222g.
10 reviews 4.0
12 reviews
HONOR Magic V5 5G
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.0 12 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 7.6" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1812 x 2176 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 373 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 Megapixels |
| Front Camera | 20 Megapixels | 4 Megapixels |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB, 512GB |
| OS | Android | Android |
| SIM Type | nano-SIM and e-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 | 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2 with A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Dimensions | 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm | 158.5 x 67.5 x 14.5 mm |
| Weight | 222 grams | 275 grams |
| Water Resistance | IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 m | IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins) |
| Contracts |
£129.08/mo
£30.00 upfront |
£38.94/mo
£970.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | — | £504.99 |
| Deals | Deals |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic V5 5G is cheaper on contract at £1583.96 over the life of the deal from £129.08 per month with £30.00 upfront.
Which has the better screen, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5's 7.6", the HONOR Magic V5 5G has the sharper display at 403 pixels per inch versus 373, and the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 has a Foldable Dynamic AMOLED 2X.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The HONOR Magic V5 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.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 comes in 256GB, 512GB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 use?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 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 V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
It's a trade-off: the HONOR Magic V5 5G is lighter but the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 is more compact. It's 53g lighter at 222 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 V5 5G is slimmer at 8.8mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5?
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 Fold5 is rated IPX8 - water resistant (up to 1.5m for 30 mins).
What operating system do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold5 run?
Both phones run Android.