The competition to create the world’s thinnest foldable smartphone is heating up, and Honor is looking to take the crown with its upcoming Honor Magic V5 — expected to launch by the end of June 2025. Skipping the “V4” moniker entirely, Honor is jumping straight to the Magic V5, which is set to break new ground in the premium foldable segment.
Ultra-Slim Design Set to Beat Rivals
Honor exec Li Kun recently made a bold claim, stating that the Magic V5 “will still be the lightest and thinnest” foldable phone on the market. That’s no small feat given that Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 — also due in July — is rumored to measure 8.9mm when folded. Leaks suggest the Magic V5 could come in at just under 9mm, possibly even 8.x mm, making it slimmer than its predecessor, the Magic V3 (which measured 9.2mm).
Key Specifications Leaked via TENAA
Leaked certification data from TENAA reveals several core specifications of the Magic V5:
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Battery: 5,950mAh capacity, a significant bump from the Magic V3’s 5,150mAh. Fast charging is rated at 66W.
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Processor: Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, expected to deliver top-tier flagship performance.
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Satellite Connectivity: Support for BeiDou satellite messaging, making it one of the few foldables to offer this feature.
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Color Options: The device will launch in Silk Road Dunhuang (a warm, earthy shade) and Velvet Black.
Foldable Showdown Expected in July
While Honor’s launch is likely locked for late June, all eyes will also be on Samsung, which plans to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold7 in July 2025. The foldable space is now increasingly defined by innovation in thickness, weight, and power efficiency — areas where Honor appears to be making aggressive gains.
With its thinner design, larger battery, and satellite messaging capabilities, the Honor Magic V5 could emerge as a formidable rival not only to Samsung but also to upcoming foldables from Xiaomi, Vivo, and Oppo.
What to Expect
If Honor’s claims hold up at launch, the Magic V5 might not just be the thinnest — it could also become the most well-rounded foldable yet in terms of design, battery life, and connectivity. The brand’s focus on weight and usability, combined with flagship specs, may appeal strongly to both productivity users and style-conscious tech enthusiasts.
Stay tuned for more details as Honor officially confirms its launch event in the coming weeks.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.