HONOR Magic V5 Sales Jump 75% in Western Europe - The World's Thinnest Foldable Is a Hit

HONOR has just reported a strong start for its new foldable smartphone, the HONOR Magic V5, in Western Europe. The device stands as the world's thinnest foldable smartphone, with solid specifications and a durable build. The First-week sales were 75% higher than those of its predecessor, the HONOR Magic V3. It marks a new milestone for HONOR, which sees a growing consumer interest in HONOR’s innovative foldable technology and AI-powered features. It's not really a surprise, since the brand has been making big strides in this particular segment.

The Magic V5 officially launched on August 28 and quickly drew attention from shoppers across e-commerce platforms and retail partners. This early success reinforces HONOR’s position in the European foldable market. In 2024, the company became the fastest-growing manufacturer of book-style foldable phones in the region, tripling its market share to 34%, according to Counterpoint Research.

Adam Cao, President of HONOR Western Europe, said, “The HONOR Magic V5, with industry-leading slimness and revolutionary AI features, is truly a game changer. We are delighted to see that customers across Western Europe are excited to get their hands on our latest foldable smartphone. This initial sales momentum shows that there is strong demand for advanced, AI-powered foldable devices.”

The HONOR Magic V5 is the world’s slimmest book-style foldable smartphone. It combines portability with durability, featuring IP58 and IP59 ratings for dust and water resistance. Its strength has even been validated by a Guinness World Record for lifting the heaviest weight with a suspended foldable smartphone.

The HONOR Magic V5 comes with a huge 5,820mAh silicon-carbon battery. This is one of the highlights of the foldable device. After all, the battery was a big challenge in the early days of this category. However, Honor was the pioneer in the silicon-carbon technology. The cells can store more energy without expanding the footprint. As a result, the Si-C batteries are the perfect fit for foldable smartphones. The Honor Magic V5 Arrives with one of the best battery backups of the segment.

The device also boasts a new AI Falcon Camera System that brings a 64MP Ultra Sensing Periscope Telephoto lens. The phone supports stylus input on both its 7.95-inch inner display and 6.43-inch outer screen. Another interesting feature is called Multi-Flex mode. It allows users to multitask with up to three apps at once - It's certainly useful on a foldable.

The Magic V5 is available in Ivory White, Black, and Dawn Gold. In the UK, pricing starts at £1,699.99 for the 16GB + 512GB model, while in Europe it starts at €1,999. The device can be purchased via honor.com, network operators, and other retail partners.