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Honor Magic V5 phone review — specs and Genze score

Honor Magic V5 Specifications

Honor

Released 2025, Jul 2

12 / 16 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)

  • 217g or 222g, 4.1mm thickness
  • Android 15, up to 16, MagicOS 10
  • 256GB/512GB/1TB storage, no card slot

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Genze vs community

Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 10
Display 9.2
Performance 8.8
Camera 8.4
Body 5.7
Gaming 9
Software 9.7
Connectivity 9.4
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8.7/10

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Quick specifications

7.95"

2172x2352 pixels

50MP

2160p

12/16GB RAM

Snapdragon 8 Elite

5820mAh

66W50W

Score breakdown

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8.7 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 10/10
Display 9.2/10
Camera 8.4/10
Body 5.7/10
Gaming 9/10
Software 9.7/10
Connectivity 9.4/10
Sensors 7.2/10
3 nm 4.32 GHz BT 6.0 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2025

Updates 7 yr · No bloatware/ads

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1x
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2025, July 02
Status Available. Released 2025, July 02
Dimensions Unfolded: 156.8 x 145.9 x 4.1 mm or 4.2 mm
Folded: 156.8 x 74.3 x 8.8 mm or 9.0 mm
Weight 217 g or 222 g (7.65 oz)
SIM ?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time)
?? Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP58/IP59 dust protected and water resistant (high pressure water jets; immersible up to 1m for 30 min)

Stylus support
Type Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 5000 nits (peak)
Size 7.95 inches, 203.2 cm2 (~88.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 2172 x 2352 pixels (~403 ppi density)
Protection Honor Super Armored Inner Screen, Mohs level 4
??? Cover display:

LTPO OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 5000 nits (peak)

6.43 inches, 1060 x 2376 pixels, 404 ppi, Honor Anti-scratch NanoCrystal Shield
OS Android 15, upgradable to Android 16, MagicOS 10, up to 7 major Android upgrades
Chipset Qualcomm SM8750-AB Snapdragon 8 Elite (3 nm)
CPU Octa-core (2x4.32 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix L + 6x3.53 GHz Oryon V2 Phoenix M)
GPU Adreno 830
Card slot No
Internal 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 16GB RAM, 1TB 16GB RAM
Triple 50 MP, f/1.6, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0??m, PDAF, OIS

64 MP, f/2.5, 70mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.7??m, PDAF, OIS, 3x optical zoom

50 MP, f/2.0, 13mm, 122?? (ultrawide), AF
Features Laser AF, LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 4K@30/60fps (10-bit), 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, OIS
Single 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide)

Cover camera:

20 MP, f/2.2, (wide)
Features HDR
Video 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LE, aptX HD
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a)
NFC Yes
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, Display Port 1.2
Sensors Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Type ?? Si/C Li-Ion 5820 mAh - International model
?? Si/C Li-Ion 6100 mAh - China model
Charging 66W wired

50W wireless

5W reverse wired
Colors Black, Ivory White, Dawn Gold, Reddish Brown
Models MBH-N49, MHG-AN00, MBH-AN10
Price $???1,259.00 / ??????1,195.00 / ?????1,299.00
Performance AnTuTu: 2202004 (v10)

GeekBench: 8700 (v6)

3DMark: 5798 (Wild Life Extreme)
Display 1296 nits max brightness (measured)
Loudspeaker -25.3 LUFS (Very good)
Battery Active use score 12:20h
Energy Class B
Battery 49:48h endurance, 1200 cycles
Free fall Class C (70 falls)
Repairability Class B

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Honor Magic V5

Frequently asked questions

Is Honor Magic V5 worth buying in 2026?

Honor Magic V5 is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.7/10 for its class; reference price around $1,259 USD. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Honor Magic V5 good for gaming?

Honor Magic V5 scores 90/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Honor Magic V5?

Honor Magic V5 has a 5,820 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Honor Magic V5 have?

Honor Magic V5 features a 7.95-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Honor Magic V5 water resistant?

Honor Magic V5 is rated IP59. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Honor Magic V5 have?

Honor Magic V5 is available with 12 / 16 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Honor Magic V5?

Genze rates Honor Magic V5 8.7/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

What is the estimated price of Honor Magic V5?

Our estimated reference price is $1,259 USD. Retail prices vary by region, storage, and promotions.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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