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Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£730RAM capacity:12 GBInternal storage:256 GBScreen size:6.82 inchesMain camera megapixels:200 MP & 50 MP

Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

8.7/10

Overall score

Score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

90%

8.7

Technical score

10%

?

User score

★Better than 97% of smartphones
8.1

Value for money

Value for money
8.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

★Better than 91%
8.7

Technical score

Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components

25%

8.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

9.1

Display

15%

8.8

Battery

10%

9.7

Software

10%

8.7

Connectivity

4%

9.1

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

★Better than 97%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

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Best prices
    N/A~ £730
Best rankings
Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Other versions:
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 97% of models
Score components:

25%

8.4

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.1

Camera

15%

9.1

Display

15%

8.8

Battery

10%

9.7

Software

10%

8.7

Connectivity

4%

9.1

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

8.7
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Popularity:
Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) has a popularity of 1 point, which is lower than 63.9% of smartphones.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
★ Better than 91% of models
Score components:

70%

8.7

Overall score

30%

6.7

Price

8.1
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor which is faster than processors in 90.4% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
12 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 12 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 59% of smartphones and equal to that of 24.3% of smartphones.
Internal storage
256 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 256 GB which is larger than the storage of 38.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 38.3% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.3 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.3 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 15 (MagicOS 9.1)
Android version
Android 15
This smartphone runs Android version Android 15 which is newer than that found in 70.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 25.1% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
yes
This smartphone receives direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
200 MP & 50 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 200 MP & 50 MP which is higher than that of 98.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.0
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.0 which is narrower than that of 87.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
for main and ultrawide cameras
Main camera sensor area
72 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 72 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 90.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.6 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.6 µm which is smaller than in 96.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 1.4% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
2 Nano-SIM (dual-standby)
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.82 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.82 inches which is larger than the screens of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1232x 2868 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1232x2868 px which is higher than that of 85.9% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
458 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 458 ppi which is higher than that of 87.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Display type
?
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
5,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,500 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 67.7% of smartphones and equal to those in 3% of smartphones.
Charging speed
80 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 80 W which is faster than in 78.9% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 7.4% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
42 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 42 min which is faster than 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the time of 2.2% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
3
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 3 microphones, which is more than in 77.2% of smartphones and equal to the number in 19.7% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
yes
This smartphone supports aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
167.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 167.1 mm which is taller than 79.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
75.6 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.6 mm which is narrower than 57.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Thickness
6.9 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 6.9 mm which is thinner than 96.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Weight
204 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 204 g which is heavier than 64.2% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.3% of smartphones.
Device volume
75,150 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 75,150 cm³ which is smaller than 96.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 3.03x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI HONOR Image Engine, AI Super Zoom, AI Passers-by Eraser, AI Interpreter, Magic Capsule, MagicOS 9 Agentic AI era positioning
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 10% better value for money
    Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (8.07 vs 7.3).
    8.07 vs 7.34
  • 2.08x lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (12.5 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    12.5 W vs 6 W
  • 37.5% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.3 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.34x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (2,200 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    2,200 vs 942
  • 4 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (12 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    12 GB vs 8 GB
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.3 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 2x3 GHz & 2x2.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.3 GHz & 3x3.2 GHz & 2x3.0 GHz & 2x2.3 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 6x more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (1,536 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    1,536 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 2.99x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    76.6 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • 33.3% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (4 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    4 nm vs 6 nm
  • 3x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (12288 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    12,288 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2.62x higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (6,632 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    6,632 vs 2,533
  • 3.48x higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (4,262 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    4,262 vs 1,226
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    LPDDR5X
    5 vs 4
  • 26.2% more transistors
    This smartphone has more transistors than the average smartphone (13000 million vs 10300 million). The average smartphone includes 10300 million transistors.
    13,000 million vs 10,300 million
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the agentic AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    AI HONOR Image Engine, AI Super Zoom, AI Passers-by Eraser, AI Interpreter, Magic Capsule, MagicOS 9 Agentic AI era positioning
    agentic vs fundamental
  • Direct OS updates
    This smartphone supports direct OS updates, the average smartphone does not. 20.6% of smartphones support this feature.
  • Includes cross-site tracking protection
    This smartphone supports cross-site tracking prevention, the average smartphone does not. 32.2% of smartphones include this feature.
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Newer Android version
    This smartphone features a newer Android version than the average smartphone (Android 15 vs Android 14). The average version is Android 14.
    Android 15 vs Android 14
  • 2.25x larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (72 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    72 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (200 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    200 MP & 50 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (50 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    50 MP vs 16 MP
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Supports 360° panorama
    This smartphone can capture 360° panoramas, the average smartphone cannot. 25.2% of smartphones support 360° panoramas.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average aperture is f/2.2.
    2
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Includes crash detection
    This smartphone features crash detection, the average smartphone does not. 5.7% of smartphones include automatic crash detection.
  • Supports satellite SOS
    This smartphone supports satellite SOS functionality, the average smartphone does not. 8.1% of smartphones offer satellite emergency services.
  • Supports optical tracking
    This smartphone supports optical tracking, the average smartphone does not. 12.5% of smartphones include optical tracking.
  • Supports motion tracking
    This smartphone supports motion tracking, the average smartphone does not. 22% of smartphones offer motion tracking capabilities.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.4 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.4 vs 5.2
  • Has HDMI output
    This smartphone supports HDMI output, the average smartphone does not. 4.1% of smartphones offer direct HDMI connectivity.
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 4,000 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (5000 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    5,000 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • 3.03x higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (2000 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    2,000 nits vs 660 nits
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1232x2868 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1232x2868 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.15 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (6.8 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    6.82 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 15.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (458 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    458 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 892.5 nits higher GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (1786 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average max brightness is 893.5 nits.
    1,786 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Has a secondary display
    This smartphone features a secondary display, the average smartphone does not. 6.7% of smartphones include a secondary screen.
  • Has a curved display
    This smartphone features a curved display, the average smartphone does not. 24.5% of smartphones have curved screens.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2.42x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (80 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    80 W vs 33 W
  • Supports reverse wireless charging
    This smartphone supports reverse wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 23.6% of smartphones offer reverse wireless charging.
  • 10% larger battery capacity
    This smartphone has a larger battery capacity than the average smartphone (5500 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone battery is 5000 mAh.
    5,500 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 2.5x faster wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (50 W vs 20 W). The average speed is 20 W.
    50 W vs 20 W
  • 20 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (42 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    42 min vs 62 min
  • 50% faster reverse wireless charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster reverse wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (7.5 W vs 5 W). The average speed is 5 W.
    7.5 W vs 5 W
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX Lossless
    This smartphone supports aptX Lossless, the average smartphone does not. 12.9% of smartphones include aptX Lossless support.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (3 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    3 vs 2
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 1.4 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (6.9 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    6.9 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 1 m deeper water resistance
    This smartphone has a deeper water resistance rating than the average smartphone (1 m vs 0 m). The average depth rating is 0 m.
    1 m vs 0 m
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • 1 year/s newer release date
    This smartphone has a newer release date than the average smartphone (2025 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones are released annually.
    August 2025
    2025 vs 2024
  • 23.2% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (75150 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    75,150 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    for main and ultrawide cameras
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.2 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP59 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP59 vs IP67
  • 2.81x more expensive
    Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£730 vs £260).
    £730 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 3.5 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (167.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    167.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4.9% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (903 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    903 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 2.81x more expensive
    Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£730 vs £260).
    £730 vs £260
  • 5.44x less popular
    Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB) is less popular than the average smartphone (1 vs 5.4).
    1 vs 5.44
  • 4.9% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (903 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    903 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    for main and ultrawide cameras
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 0.2 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP59 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP59 vs IP67
  • 3.5 mm taller
    This smartphone is taller than the average smartphone (167.1 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone has a height of 163.6 mm.
    167.1 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 4% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (204 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    204 g vs 196.2 g

Video reviews

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techadvisor.com
21/08/2025
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I used Honor’s fashion-first Magic V Flip 2 foldable and it has the biggest battery of any flip phone
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digitaltrends.com
24/08/2025
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I reviewed the Honor Magic V Flip 2 Jimmy Choo flip phone — it’s flipping fantastic but needs a global release
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yankodesign.com
18/09/2025
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Honor Magic V Flip 2 Review: A Foldable with Flair
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phonearena.com
01/09/2025
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Honor Magic V Flip 2 Review: A sparkle from the Far East
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handyhase.de
26/08/2025
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Honor Magic V Flip 2: Review of the well-equipped Chinese foldable
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elespanol.com
22/08/2025
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Honor launches the Magic V Flip 2 with a 200 MP camera and the largest battery ever seen in a clamshell foldable
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digitaltrends.com
24/08/2025
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Honor Magic V Flip 2 Jimmy Choo Edition Review
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tuttoandroid.net
21/08/2025
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TuttoAndroid - HONOR Magic V Flip2: Price, Features, Release Date, and News in Italy
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tomshw.it
01/08/2025
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HONOR Magic V Flip 2: Its battery could be the best. Do you need specific technical insights on the 5,500 mAh battery life or the performance of the S...
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Third-party reviews

What we like about Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Fantastic battery life, the largest capacity (5,500 mAh) in a flip-style foldable, easily lasting a full day even with heavy use.
  • Super-fast 80W wired and 50W wireless charging, with an 80W charger included in the box (unlike competitors).
  • Excellent dual-screen setup, featuring a very bright 6.82-inch main display and a functional 4-inch cover screen, both with a 120Hz refresh rate and minimal crease.
  • High-end camera system with a 200MP main sensor and 50MP ultrawide lens, producing detailed and color-rich photos, especially in good lighting.
  • Flagship performance powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, ensuring smooth operation and handling of demanding tasks.
  • Unique and eye-catching design (especially the Jimmy Choo edition), with solid build quality and IP58/IP59 water protection.
  • Included accessories in the box, such as an 80W charger and protective cases, add value.
  • Audio performance and haptic feedback are strong and clear, an area where other flip phones can struggle.

What we don't like about Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB)

  • Limited availability outside of China, making it difficult to acquire globally.
  • Some Western apps do not work seamlessly on the Chinese version's software (MagicOS).
  • The phone can feel top-heavy when unfolded and the weight distribution isn't perfectly balanced.
  • The camera system lacks a dedicated telephoto lens, and digital zoom at higher magnifications results in detail loss and aggressive smoothing.
  • The overall shape is somewhat boxy with slightly raised screen bezels that can catch a finger during gestures.
  • The color palette in photos can sometimes be too vibrant and saturated for all users' tastes.

Verdict

The Honor Magic V Flip 2 (12GB + 256GB version) is a high-end clamshell foldable smartphone powered by the flagship Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor, featuring a generous 5,500mAh battery (the largest in its category) with 80W wired and 50W wireless charging support, and a dual-camera system with a market-leading 200MP main sensor plus a 50MP ultrawide lens. Its key pros include a barely noticeable inner screen crease due to a new-generation hinge, a large and highly functional 4-inch, 120Hz LTPO OLED cover display, and an excellent camera system with a 50MP selfie camera. A primary con is that it is primarily launched in China, with limited availability in global markets, and some reviewers note its weight distribution can feel top-heavy when unfolded.

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