HONOR Magic V5 5G vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Over a full contract, the V5 5G works out around £1307 all-in, about £68 less than the Galaxy Z Fold8.
10 reviews 4.5
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Prices updated 13 August 2026
HONOR Magic V5 5G
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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
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| Expert Rating | 4.3 10 reviews |
4.5 6 reviews |
| Screen | 7.95" | 7.6" |
| Display | Foldable LTPO AMOLED | LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2 |
| Resolution | 2172 x 2352 | 1828 x 2584 |
| Pixels Per Inch | 403 | 416 |
| Rear Camera | 50 Megapixels | 50 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 | 4,800 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 | 161.4 x 123.9 x 4.9 mm |
| Weight | 222 grams | 199 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 |
£44.99/mo
£269.00 upfront |
| SIM-free | £892.17 | £1389.00 |
| Prices updated 13 August 2026 | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 cheaper on contract?
Based on total cost of ownership, the HONOR Magic V5 5G is cheaper on contract at £1307.00 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 Fold8?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G has the bigger screen at 8" compared to the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8's 7.6", the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the sharper display at 416 pixels per inch versus 403, and the HONOR Magic V5 5G uses a Foldable LTPO AMOLED panel while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a LTPO AMOLED 2X, 120Hz, Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic 2.
Which has the better camera, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G features a 50 Megapixels rear camera, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is cheaper SIM-free, starting from £892.17.
What storage options are available for the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is available in 512GB, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 comes in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
What processors do the HONOR Magic V5 5G and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 use?
The HONOR Magic V5 5G is powered by the Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm), while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 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 Fold8?
It's a trade-off: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is lighter but the HONOR Magic V5 5G is more compact. It's 23g lighter at 199 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 Fold8 is slimmer at 4.9mm thick.
Which is more water resistant, the HONOR Magic V5 5G or Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
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 Fold8 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 Fold8 run?
Both phones run Android.