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Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530RAM capacity:16 GBInternal storage:512 GBScreen size:7.92 inchesMain camera megapixels:50 MP & 50 MP & 20 MP

Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB)
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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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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Score components

90%

8.0

Technical score

10%

7.9

User score

â–²Better than 85% of smartphones
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 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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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–²Better than 83%
8.0

Technical score

Technical score
8.0/ 10
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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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Score components

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.5

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

â–²Better than 85%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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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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Score components

70%

8.1

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 72%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB)

Technical score
Technical score
8.0/ 10
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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
â–² Better than 85% of models
Score components:

25%

8.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

8.3

Camera

15%

8.6

Display

15%

6.3

Battery

10%

8.0

Software

10%

8.0

Connectivity

4%

6.5

Audio

3%

6.2

Design

8.0
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
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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 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.1

User ratings

30%

7.5

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.5/ 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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â–² Better than 69% of models
Popularity:
Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) has a popularity of 7.5 points, which is higher than 69.4% of smartphones.
7.5
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 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
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

7.9
Brand name
Honor
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor which is faster than processors in 86.6% of smartphones and equal to processors in 2.4% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
16 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 16 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 83.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 12% of smartphones.
Internal storage
512 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 512 GB which is larger than the storage of 77.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 17.2% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
3.2 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 3.2 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 81.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 7.1% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 13
Android version
Android 13
This smartphone runs Android version Android 13 which is older than that found in 50.6% of smartphones and equal to that in 16.5% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive 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
50 MP & 50 MP & 20 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 50 MP & 50 MP & 20 MP which is higher than that of 71.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 81.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
50 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 50 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 65.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 16.5% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1 µm which is larger than in 57.7% of smartphones and equal to the size in 20% of smartphones.
2 binned
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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.
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
7.92 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 7.92 inches which is larger than the screens of 98.5% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.2% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
2156x 2344 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 2156x2344 px which is higher than that of 98.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Pixel density
402 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 402 ppi which is higher than that of 61.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
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
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
66 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 66 W which is faster than in 67.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.9% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
54 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 54 min which is faster than 63.3% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support 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
?
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
156.7 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 156.7 mm which is shorter than 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.3% of smartphones.
Width
145.4 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 145.4 mm which is wider than 99.5% of smartphones.
Thickness
4.7 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 4.7 mm which is thinner than 99.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Weight
237 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 237 g which is heavier than 88.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
90,480 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 90,480 cm³ which is smaller than 67.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
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Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2.5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2.5 x vs 0 x).
    2.5 x vs 0 x
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 97% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1.25 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.92 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 7.6% better value for money
    Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.89 vs 7.3).
    7.89 vs 7.34
  • 37.9% more popular
    Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.5 vs 5.4).
    7.5 vs 5.44
  • 8 GB more RAM
    This smartphone has more RAM capacity than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    16 GB vs 8 GB
  • 2x more storage
    This smartphone offers more internal storage than the average smartphone (512 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone provides 256 GB of internal storage.
    512 GB vs 256 GB
  • 33.3% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 2.06x higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1938 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,938 vs 942
  • 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
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x3.2 GHz & 4x2.8 GHz & 3x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 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
  • 2.5x higher memory bandwidth
    This smartphone has higher memory bandwidth than the average smartphone (64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s). The average memory bandwidth is 25.6 GB/s.
    64 GB/s vs 25.6 GB/s
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2x more L3 cache
    This smartphone has more L3 cache than the average smartphone (8192 KB vs 4096 KB). The average L3 cache is 4096 KB.
    8,192 KB vs 4,096 KB
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 52.7% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (4200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    4,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Supports newer OpenGL version
    This smartphone supports a newer OpenGL version than the average smartphone (3.3 vs 3.2). The average version is 3.2.
    3.3 vs 3.2
  • 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
  • 2.1% faster GPU clock
    This smartphone has a higher GPU frequency than the average smartphone (970 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone GPU frequency is 950 MHz.
    970 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5% lower TDP
    This smartphone has a lower TDP than the average smartphone (6.3 W vs 6 W). The average TDP for smartphones is 6 W.
    6.3 W vs 6 W
  • Higher on-device AI tier
    This smartphone runs on the productivity AI tier, while the average smartphone runs on fundamental, enabling stronger on-device AI features.
    Magic Portal, Magic Capsule, AI Motion Sensing Capture
    productivity vs fundamental
  • 2.5 x higher optical zoom
    This smartphone offers higher optical zoom than the average smartphone (2.5 x vs 0 x).
    2.5 x vs 0 x
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 56.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (50 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    50 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Has a multi-lens front camera
    This smartphone features a multi-lens front camera, the average smartphone does not. 18% of smartphones have multiple front lenses.
  • 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.
  • Better main camera video
    This smartphone records better main camera video than the average smartphone. 22.60x of smartphones support 4K or higher.
    2160x60 fps vs 2160x30 fps
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (50 MP & 50 MP & 20 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    50 MP & 50 MP & 20 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 0.2 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    2 binned
    1.0 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (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 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)
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    2156x2344 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 1.25 inches inch larger screen size
    This smartphone has a larger screen size than the average smartphone (7.9 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone screen is 6.67 inches.
    7.92 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 97% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (1300 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    1,300 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1,500 nits higher peak brightness
    This smartphone has a higher peak brightness than the average smartphone (2500 nits vs 1000 nits). The average peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    2,500 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • Better display glass type
    This smartphone features a better display glass type than the average smartphone (Honor NanoCrystal Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). The average smartphone uses Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.
    Honor NanoCrystal Shield vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (402 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    402 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 2x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (66 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    66 W vs 33 W
  • 8 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (54 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    54 min vs 62 min
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 3.6 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (4.7 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    4.7 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • Is designed for seniors
    This smartphone is designed specifically for seniors, the average smartphone is not. 17% of smartphones are senior-friendly.
  • 6.9 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (156.7 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    156.7 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • Is foldable
    This smartphone is foldable, the average smartphone is not. 3.9% of smartphones are foldable devices.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.4 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.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 75% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 20.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (237 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    237 g vs 196.2 g
  • 69.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (145.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    145.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • 2.04x more expensive
    Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • 2.04x more expensive
    Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • 0.8% lower user score
    User score
    7.9/ 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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    Honor Magic V2
    the average smartphone
    Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.94 vs 8.000).
    7.94 vs 8
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 13 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 13 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2 & f/2.4 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.
    f/1.9 & f/2.0 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 2.5% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (117 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    117 vs 120
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 75% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 20.8% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (237 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    237 g vs 196.2 g
  • 69.4 mm wider
    This smartphone is wider than the average smartphone (145.4 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone has a width of 76 mm.
    145.4 mm vs 76 mm
  • 1 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2023 vs 2024). 1.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2023
    2023 vs 2024

Video reviews

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coolsmartphone.com
10/02/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Magic V2 - Review Are you interested in a comparison of the camera performance or software features between these specific reviews?
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geardiary.com
29/02/2024
Summary of the review
Honor Magic V2 Review: An Incredibly Thin Foldable Phone Held Back by Half-Baked Software
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techadvisor.com
18/03/2024
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Honor Magic V2 Review: Slimline Sophistication
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Reviews last updated: August 2026 · How we calculate this

What we like about Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB)

  • Ultra-slim and lightweight design makes it feel like a regular phone when closed
  • Both the cover and foldable screens are excellent, bright, and responsive with a barely noticeable crease
  • Exceptional battery life from a large 5,000 mAh silicon-carbon battery, often lasting a full day or more with heavy use
  • Smooth and fast performance, capable of handling multitasking and gaming with ease, thanks to a powerful chipset (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2)
  • Good quality stereo speakers that deliver rich and loud audio
  • Fast 66W wired charging support
  • Cameras perform well in good lighting conditions, capturing sharp, detailed images with vibrant colors

What we don't like about Honor Magic V2 (16GB + 512GB)

  • Lack of an official IP rating for water and dust resistance, raising durability concerns
  • No wireless charging support, a feature present in many rival premium phones
  • Software (MagicOS) is not as refined or polished as competitors' offerings, with some multitasking quirks and bloatware
  • Camera performance can be inconsistent in low-light conditions, with images sometimes looking smudgy or overprocessed
  • Comes with an older generation processor (Snapdragon 8 Gen 2) compared to 2024 flagships, despite its high price
  • Limited software support promised (four Android updates and five years of security patches) compared to some competitors
  • The phone can get warm during extended heavy use, such as intense gaming sessions

Verdict

The Honor Magic V2 is a revolutionary foldable smartphone that sets a new benchmark for slimness and lightness in its class. Key specifications include a powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor, a generous 16GB of RAM, and a spacious 512GB of internal storage for seamless multitasking and data management. Its dual-screen setup features a large 7.92-inch internal OLED display and a 6.43-inch external OLED display, both offering a smooth 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of up to 2,500 nits. A robust 5,000mAh silicon-carbon battery provides excellent endurance, complemented by 66W wired charging support. The versatile rear triple camera system includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultrawide lens, and a 20MP telephoto lens with OIS for impressive photo and video capture. Main pros are its incredibly sleek profile when folded (only 9.9mm thick), flagship-level performance, and vibrant displays. Potential cons involve the lack of official IP water resistance rating and no wireless charging support, features available in some competitor flagships.

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