Honor Magic V2

The Honor Magic V2, launched on July 27, 2023, is a foldable smartphone boasting cutting-edge specifications and a premium design. It enters the market with a high price tag, reflecting its advanced technology.

Build Quality

The Magic V2 is remarkably thin for a foldable device, measuring just 4.7mm when unfolded, with dimensions of 156.7 mm in height and 145.4mm in width. It weighs 231 grams, making it relatively light for its category. The device is constructed with premium materials and showcases excellent craftsmanship. The hinge mechanism feels robust and provides a smooth folding action.

Screen Quality

The device features a large 7.92-inch foldable LTPO OLED display with a resolution of 2156 x 2344 pixels, resulting in a pixel density of 402 PPI. The display boasts 1 billion colors, a 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ and IMAX Enhanced certifications and a peak brightness of 1600 nits. This internal display provides a vibrant and smooth experience for multimedia consumption and gaming. Additionally, the external display is a 6.43" OLED with a resolution of 1060x2576 px and a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 2500 nits. This screen also supports HDR10+, and is protected by TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification.

Camera Performance

The Honor Magic V2 incorporates a triple-camera setup on the rear. The main camera is a 50MP sensor with an f/1.9 aperture, complemented by a 50MP ultrawide lens (f/2.0) which also handles macro shots and a 20MP telephoto lens with an f/2.4 aperture. The camera system supports features like OIS, EIS, 4K video recording at 30fps and 60fps, a 40x digital zoom and 4K video capture on the front facing camera. The selfie camera is 16MP with a f/2.2 aperture. In terms of features, it boasts Laser Autofocus, PDAF, continuous autofocus, HDR, panorama, and RAW capabilities. The device also offers 960fps slow-motion video and a variety of modes and settings. The DxOMark score for the main camera is 117, with the photo score at 109 and video score at 120.

Software Experience

The phone ships with Android 13, with the possibility of upgrading to Android 14. The operating system is customized by Honor, offering a unique user experience. The user interface is generally smooth and responsive with optimizations to make best use of the folding form factor. The device's 16GB of RAM (LPDDR5X) allows for seamless multitasking and smooth app transitions. The device is equipped with a 512GB UFS 4.0 storage, without the option to add additional storage.

Battery Performance

The Magic V2 is powered by a 5000mAh Si-Carbon battery. It supports 66W fast charging, ensuring quicker recharges. The device does not offer wireless charging. The battery's performance is impressive, given the large display and powerful processor, providing a full day of usage under normal conditions.

Value for Money

The Honor Magic V2 sits at the high end of the price spectrum, reflecting its cutting-edge foldable technology, premium build, and top-tier specifications. This phone is targeted towards consumers looking for the latest advancements in mobile technology and a premium user experience, accepting its higher price point. A variant with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage is priced around $1,262.72 in some regions. The availability varies by region. The device also has models with different storage, with Chinese releases having 256GB and 1TB options.

Other Notable Features

• The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 (4 nm) chipset.
• Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and dual SIM capability.
• The phone incorporates a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, in addition to an array of other sensors like accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity, compass, and color spectrum.
• The device uses a USB Type-C 3.1 port with OTG and Display Port 1.2 support.
• Available in multiple colors: Gold, Black, Silk Black, and Silk Purple.