Honor Magic V6 Foldable Phone Review: Premium Performance, Minor Software Flaws

Honor has refreshed its flagship foldable with the Magic V6, a device that promises a premium experience at a price point that still undercuts Samsung’s high‑end models. The 7.95‑inch main screen and 6.52‑inch cover panel are both 120 Hz OLED displays with 403 ppi and 406 ppi respectively, while the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset powers 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of internal storage. The Magic V6 runs MagicOS 10, built on Android 16, and offers a triple‑camera setup on the rear—50 MP primary, 50 MP ultrawide, and a 64 MP 3× telephoto lens—plus a 20 MP selfie camera. Connectivity includes 5G, dual‑SIM and eSIM, Wi‑Fi 7, NFC, Bluetooth 6, and GNSS, and the device is water‑resistant up to IP68/69.

The phone’s design continues Honor’s strategy of combining a razor‑thin form with a large rear camera module, giving it a distinctive red suede‑like back framed in gold. The Magic V6 measures 156.7 × 74.5 × 8.75‑9 mm when folded and 156.7 × 145.6 × 4.0‑4.1 mm when unfolded, weighing between 219 and 224 g. It is available for £1,500 (€1,700/A$2,999) until August, after which the price rises to £2,000 (€2,300). The price increase reflects the continuing cost pressures on high‑end RAM, making the device roughly £300 more expensive than last year’s model.

In summary, Honor’s Magic V6 delivers a high‑performance foldable with a strong camera system, robust connectivity, and a premium aesthetic, but its price hike may temper enthusiasm among consumers seeking a more affordable alternative to Samsung’s flagship foldables.