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Honor Magic V6 Tops Foldable Class in Early Reviews

Early reviews show major hardware upgrades that boost durability.

Overview

  • Multiple hands-on reviews published Wednesday found the Magic V6 meets Honor's claims on design and hardware and positioned it as a leading premium foldable.
  • Reviewers praised the larger LTPO 2.0 AMOLED main (7.95-inch) and cover (6.52-inch) displays for brightness and reduced crease visibility, calling the screen experience a clear upgrade over the V5.
  • Tests and extended use reports show the phone's stronger hinge, thinner body and IP68/IP69 water-and-dust protection give noticeably better durability in everyday handling.
  • Reviewers recorded strong real-world battery life from the 6,600mAh cell and smooth gaming with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, with only modest thermal rise during heavy camera use.
  • Honor has begun staged regional pre-orders and shipments, with EU retail boxes omitting a charger; wider pricing, full regional availability and longer-term tests will determine how the V6 competes with other flagship foldables.