Honor Magic V5 rumor hints at a spec that could outlast every foldable rival
A fresh round of certifications suggests Honor’s upcoming foldable is hiding a surprising advantage.
Referential image of the Honor Magic V3. | Image credit — PhoneArena
Honor’s next book-style foldable could be the first big-screen foldable that lets you forget about your charger. This is according to regulatory documents filed in China, which show the Magic V5 will carry a typical 6,000 mAh battery, a clear step ahead of every other large foldable we have seen so far.
It's no secret that battery life is still the weak spot for thin foldables. The Vivo X Fold3 Pro tops out at 5,700 mAh and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 6 stays at 4,400 mAh. Heavy users can drain those packs long before bedtime. By breaking the 6,000 mAh line, Honor is making an aggressive play for endurance and peace of mind.
Here is what the filings suggest the main specs are so far:
- Dual-cell setup: 2,070 mAh + 3,880 mAh, rated 5,950 mAh, listed as 6,000 mAh typical
- Wired charging: 66 W, unchanged from earlier Magic V models
- Model number: MBH-AN10
Honor (MBH-AN10) phone MIIT and 3C certified, could be Honor's next foldable - Magic V5
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- 2070+3880mAh (5,950mAh - rated value battery)
- 66W charging#Honor#HonorMagicV5#HonorMagicV4pic.twitter.com/KlM9QWUMwU
Honor will reportedly skip the number four and jump straight to Magic V5, a move in line with other Chinese brands that avoid the digit for superstition. If past timing holds, the phone should launch first in China in July and then make its European debut at the IFA trade show in early September.
For context, last year’s Magic V3 fit a 5,150 mAh pack inside a folded frame that measured only 9.2 mm thick. Our review praised its slim feel and large battery, and I can only imagine how much that would be multiplied with an improved 6,000 mAh battery instead.
Using two smaller cells instead of one large block helps engineers balance the device and keep fast charging friendly. Honor is staying with 66 W, a sensible ceiling that avoids overheating. The Magic V3 needed roughly 45 minutes to go from empty to full; despite the larger tank, owners of the V5 should see similar times.
From a user point of view, the spec sheet looks promising. If Honor manages to keep the chassis sleek while adding nearly twenty percent extra capacity, the Magic V5 could make the case for foldables a lot stronger.
For context, last year’s Magic V3 fit a 5,150 mAh pack inside a folded frame that measured only 9.2 mm thick. Our review praised its slim feel and large battery, and I can only imagine how much that would be multiplied with an improved 6,000 mAh battery instead.
Using two smaller cells instead of one large block helps engineers balance the device and keep fast charging friendly. Honor is staying with 66 W, a sensible ceiling that avoids overheating. The Magic V3 needed roughly 45 minutes to go from empty to full; despite the larger tank, owners of the V5 should see similar times.
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