Review of Honor Magic V Flip2: A Compact Folding Flagship with Practicality at Its Core
The 4 - inch external screen is compatible with 99% of applications. The 5500mAh battery overcomes the short - board of battery life, and the new - generation hinge makes the crease almost disappear. The Honor Magic V Flip2 was officially released on August 21, 2025. As the second - generation vertically foldable screen phone, while maintaining a fashionable design, it significantly improves practicality. Especially the interaction experience of the 4 - inch external screen, the almost imperceptible crease control, and the breakthrough battery life performance make it one of the most practical small foldable screen phones currently.
Design: Slim body and high - end customization texture
The Honor Magic V Flip2 adopts a straight - edged middle frame design, which is more neat and tidy compared with the round shape of the previous generation. When the phone is unfolded, the thickness is only 6.9mm, and when folded, it is 15.5mm. The weight is 204g (11g heavier than the previous generation, mainly due to the larger battery). The matte metal middle frame is fingerprint - resistant and has a delicate touch. When holding the phone, the palm fits well, and there is no obvious discomfort.
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The phone offers four color options: Dream - weaving Blue (high - end customization version), Dawn Purple, Moonlight White, and Titanium Gray. The high - end customization version is designed by international fashion master Professor Jimmy Choo and uses the double - cut fire - color process. The back panel shows a crystal - like shiny effect under light. The regular version uses the high - end arc - light process, and the texture is also excellent.
The waterproof ability is another major highlight. It supports both IP58/IP59 certifications, which can prevent rain and high - pressure water spray, making daily use more worry - free.
Screen: Both the internal and external screens are flagship - level
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The internal screen is a 6.82 - inch OLED screen with a resolution of 2868×1232 (1.5K level), supporting an LTPO adaptive refresh rate of 1 - 120Hz and a peak brightness of 5000nits. It uses UTG ultra - tough glass. Combined with the new - generation hinge, the crease is almost invisible in daily use, and there is no obvious unevenness when swiping with a finger.
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The external screen has been upgraded to 4.0 inches (3.4 inches in the previous generation), with a resolution of 1200×1092, supporting an adaptive refresh rate of 0.1 - 120Hz and a peak brightness of 3600nits. The external screen has changed from a slightly curved screen to a straight screen, making the display area more practical. In terms of eye protection, both the internal and external screens are equipped with Honor's Oasis eye - protection technology, supporting 3840Hz/4320Hz high - frequency PWM dimming, AI dry - eye friendly mode, and natural - light - like eye protection functions, so it is not easy to get tired after long - term use.
Hinge: Crease control and durability
The new - generation Luban hinge uses titanium alloy material and a double - sided door panel design. The opening area of the shaft area is reduced by 40%, and the supportability is increased by 25%. The rotating shaft part is flatter and has passed the SGS long - term flatness certification. The official says that the crease depth is still less than 50μm after 350,000 folds. In actual experience, the slight crease can only be seen under specific lighting and angles, and it is almost imperceptible when the screen is on. There is also no sense of blockage when swiping the screen with a finger.
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External screen ecosystem: From auxiliary to the main
The practicality of the external screen is the core upgrade point of the Magic V Flip2. The 4 - inch large external screen supports direct operation of most applications, including replying to WeChat messages, swiping short videos, and listening to music. 99% of daily operations can be completed without unfolding the internal screen.
Honor divides the external screen applications into "Selected applications" (deeply adapted) and "Experimental applications" (basic functions), covering most user needs. The external screen also supports some convenient interactions:
- Knuckle selection: Select content on any interface, and it can intelligently jump to relevant applications.
- Double - tap to show the code: Double - tap the back cover to quickly bring up the payment code or transit code.
- Intelligent color change: Automatically switch between dark/light backgrounds according to the application to improve visual unity.
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The Honor Magic V Flip2 successfully solves several pain points of small foldable screen phones. It can be said to be the benchmark of practical small foldable phones: the external screen is no longer just a decoration, but a truly practical interaction window; the 5500mAh battery eliminates the anxiety about battery life; the new - generation hinge makes the crease almost disappear. Although the weight has increased slightly, it has brought better battery life and wireless charging function. This phone is suitable for users who pursue a balance between portability and practicality, especially consumers who attach importance to the efficiency of the external screen, the quality of selfies, and the battery life. If you want a fashionable and practical small foldable screen phone, the Honor Magic V Flip2 is a worthy option in the current market.