Honor has officially launched its latest foldable smartphone, the Magic V6, in the global market. This book-style foldable stands out with its ultra-slim design, measuring just 4 mm (0.15 inches) when unfolded. It features a 7.95-inch AMOLED main display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, and a 6,600 mAh silicon-carbon battery for extended usage.
Global Launch and Pricing
The Magic V6 was first showcased earlier this year at MWC 2026. Now, it has made its debut in Malaysia and Singapore, with a starting price of MYR 7,699 (~$1,917). Pre-orders are currently open in Malaysia, and buyers who place their orders between June 4 and June 11, 2026, will receive exclusive free gifts worth up to MYR 3,797 (~$945).
The device is available in gold, white, black, and red color options. Honor has also announced plans to roll out the Magic V6 in Europe, the Middle East, and other regions in the coming weeks.
Design and Build
The Magic V6 is 8.75 mm (0.34 inches) thick when folded and weighs just 219 grams (0.48 lbs), making it one of the slimmest and lightest foldables on the market. Compared to its predecessor, the Magic V5, the V6 is thinner, more powerful, and features a 13.4% larger battery.
Despite its slim profile, Honor has managed to pack in a 6,600 mAh battery that supports 80 W wired and 66 W wireless charging.
Performance and Software
Under the hood, the Magic V6 is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, paired with LPDDR5X RAM and UFS 4.1 storage for top-tier performance. It runs on Android 16-based MagicOS 10, offering a smooth and feature-rich user experience.
Display and Camera
The foldable boasts a 7.95-inch AMOLED main display with a resolution of 2172 x 2352 pixels, a 1-120 Hz adaptive refresh rate, and an impressive peak brightness of 5,000 nits. The 6.52-inch cover display is equally impressive, offering a 6,000-nit peak brightness and a 120 Hz refresh rate.
For photography enthusiasts, the Magic V6 is equipped with a 50 MP main camera, a 64 MP periscope telephoto lens, and a 50 MP ultra-wide camera, ensuring versatile and high-quality shots.
Key Takeaways
The Honor Magic V6 is a significant upgrade over its predecessor, offering a sleeker design, better performance, and improved battery life. With its global rollout underway, it’s set to compete with other premium foldable smartphones in the market.
