Honor Magic V3

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44th best phone of 2024 (~$1399)

7.92-inch

226g

9.9mm

66W

waterproof

Click to open full specs on GSMArena.com:

* Screen covers 88.6% of unfolded body.

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Last update: 2024-09-20

Pros

Camera

Versatile Camera System: Multiple lenses for a variety of shooting options, with the primary camera performing excellently in most conditions.

Impressive Foldable-Specific Features: Some AI features are particularly useful, especially for multitasking and camera use.

Good for Casual Photography: The camera, despite some limitations, is good enough to satisfy most casual photographers.

Performance

High-End Processor: Smooth performance across apps, games, and intensive tasks.

Design

Slim and Lightweight Design: One of the thinnest and lightest foldable phones on the market, making it easy to carry and highly portable.

Bright Cover Display: The brightest cover display on any foldable phone of its size, ensuring visibility even in bright environments.

IPX8 Water Resistance: Can handle water exposure up to 2.5 meters, which is rare for foldable devices.

Premium Build Quality: Feels sturdy and high-quality despite its thin frame.

Durable: Held up well in durability tests, ensuring reliability.

Innovative Foldable Design: Offers a futuristic look into foldable tech with its impressive design and functionality.

Display

Large Screen Size: The inner display offers a large, tablet-like experience when unfolded, while the outer display is fully functional for daily tasks.

Top-notch Display Technology: Vibrant colors, deep contrast, and minimal crease visibility enhance the media consumption and multitasking experience.

Battery

Quick Charging: Both wired and wireless charging are fast, helping offset battery limitations.

Software

AI-Driven Software: Unique features optimize apps and UI based on how you're holding or using the device, enhancing the foldable experience.

Other

Seamless Transition Between Phone and Tablet Modes: The phone switches effortlessly between modes, providing flexibility in usage.

Cons

Camera

Occasional Camera Issues: The ultrawide and telephoto lenses suffer from sharpness issues in certain lighting conditions, and backlit portraits can lack detail.

Camera Struggles in Backlit Conditions: Portraits in backlit scenarios can appear washed out or lacking detail.

Limited Innovation in Camera Performance: While good, the camera system isn’t groundbreaking, particularly for a premium foldable.

Performance

Heating During Heavy Use: Noticeable heating during resource-heavy activities like gaming, though it doesn't reach an uncomfortable level.

Design

Durability Concerns Over Time: Although durable initially, the lack of frequent software updates may affect its longevity.

Bulkier Compared to Standard Phones: Despite being thin for a foldable, it is bulkier than traditional smartphones.

Battery

Battery Life: Falls short compared to competitors, especially when using the inner foldable display for extended periods.

Battery Drains Quickly During Intensive Tasks: Using resource-heavy applications or the large screen drains the battery faster than expected.

Price

High Price: Positioned firmly in the premium segment, making it out of reach for many potential buyers.

Software

Limited Software Updates: Frequent software updates are lacking, which may impact long-term performance and feature improvements.

Unnecessary AI Features: Some AI-driven software features feel superfluous and may not add real value to the user experience.

Software Quirks: Some users may find occasional bugs or quirks in the foldable-specific features or app optimizations.

Availability

Limited Availability: Not widely available, especially in the U.S. market, which may deter potential buyers.

Rankings

The Best Phone Of 2024: #44

The Highest Optical Zoom Of 2024: #12

The Largest Screen Size Of 2024: #3

The Smallest Screen Size Of 2024: #72

The Lightest Phone Of 2024: #61

The Thinnest Phone Of 2024: #68

The Fastest Charging Speed Of 2024: #41

The Highest Screen To Body Ratio Of 2024: #49

The Cheapest Phone Of 2024: #70