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Launch report · Honor

Magic V Flip: Honor's first clamshell — a 4.0-inch cover screen rivalling Razr 60 Ultra.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jul 2024·$960 (CN ¥6,699)·Score 80/100

Magic V Flip was first to ship the 4.0-inch cover screen format Motorola later matched in the Razr 60 Ultra. Against Galaxy Z Flip 6 (smaller cover, polished SW) and Razr 60 Ultra (newer chip), it remains the value-leading large-cover flip in China.

Key specs at launch

Display
6.8" inner LTPO + 4.0" cover OLED
Chipset
Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Memory
12 GB · 256 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.7 OIS
Battery
4,800 mAh
Weight
193 g
What stands out
  • 4.0" cover screen ties Razr 60 Ultra for largest cover.
  • 5,000-nit peak on both screens.
  • 50 + 50 MP tele camera (rare on a flip).
  • IPX8 submersion-rated.
What to watch
  • China-only retail at launch.
  • 4,800 mAh tight for the 6.8" inner display.
  • MagicOS 8 still has CN bundled services.
  • 50 W wireless is impressive but 66 W wired trails Razr.
The phone it has to beat
iPhone 17 Pro Max
$1199 · score 93/100