The Honor Magic V5, poised as the successor to the acclaimed Magic V3, is generating seismic leaks from China. Tipped to launch in late June with industry-leading specs, this foldable could redefine power and endurance. Honor remains silent, but trusted tipsters paint a compelling picture of a device built to dominate.
Game-Changing Specifications
According to leaks from Smart Pikachu, Guan, and Panda is Very Bald on Weibo:
- Historic Battery: A 6,100mAh cell – 100mAh larger than Vivo X Fold 5 and the biggest in any foldable.
- Blazing Charging: 66W wired fast charging (3C certified). Note: Wireless charging unconfirmed.
- Display Brilliance: 6.45″ LTPO OLED cover screen + 8″ 2K foldable display (120Hz dual panels).
- Raw Power: Flagship Sndragon 8 Elite chipset with Android 15-based Magic OS 9.0.
“Magic V5’s thin profile won’t sacrifice endurance” – Honor VP Li Kun (via leaks).
Camera & Durability Upgrades
- Triple Threat: 50MP OIS main + ultra-wide + 200MP periscope telephoto (unprecedented in foldables).
- Sleek & Tough: Ultra-thin design tipped, likely IPX8 water resistance, side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
Launch Timeline & Event
Per multiple leaks:
- China Launch: Late June 2024 (likely June 25–30).
- Full Ecosystem: Debut alongside Honor Watch 5 Ultra, new earphones, tablets, and accessories.
Battery Showdown: Foldables Compared
| Model | Battery | Charging |
|---|---|---|
| Honor Magic V5 | 6,100mAh | 66W wired |
| Vivo X Fold 5 | 6,000mAh | 120W wired + 50W wireless |
| Honor Magic V3 | 5,150mAh | 66W wired + 50W wireless |
| Samsung Z Fold 5 | 4,400mAh | 25W wired |
Why the Magic V5 Matters
The Honor Magic V5 isn’t just iterative – it’s a statement. With the world’s largest foldable battery, a 200MP periscope zoom, and Snapdragon 8 Elite power, Honor targets users who refuse to compromise. If leaks hold, this could be 2024’s most ambitious foldable.
Final Tip: Watch for Honor’s late-June event – tablets and the Watch 5 Ultra may offer bundled deals!
