Honor Magic V5 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
The Honor Magic V5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor Magic V5 leads — 81/100 vs 74/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Honor Magic V5 has the bigger battery (5820 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,663,720); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is noticeably lighter (201g vs 222g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Honor Magic V5
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
What makes Honor Magic V5 better?
- Bigger battery: 5820 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 66W vs 45W
- Better camera (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2663720
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 9287
- Lighter: 201g vs 222g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Honor Magic V5 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, the Honor Magic V5 scores 7 points higher (81/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V5 leads (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V5 leads (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (74/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Honor Magic V5 | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2663720 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2172x2352 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5820 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 150 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58 | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 156.8×145.9×4.1 mm | 161.4×123.9×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 222 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $1350 | — |
Camera comparison
Honor Magic V5
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 20MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Honor Magic V5
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2172x2352
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Honor Magic V5
- 5820 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 8:27 hrs, total 21:30 hrs
- Wired: 66W
- Wireless: 50W
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Overall performance score
We compared Honor Magic V5 and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads Honor Magic V5 by 32.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (98/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor Magic V5 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (80/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Honor Magic V5 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide (74/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a bit better (74/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Honor Magic V5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Honor Magic V5 edges out the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor Magic V5 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Honor Magic V5 has a MobileRank rating of 81/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor Magic V5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Honor Magic V5 leads on camera score (80/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Honor Magic V5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide leads on performance (98/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the Honor Magic V5 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide?
The Honor Magic V5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Wide is a better fit for gamers and power users.