A video-based review of the HONOR Magic V5 examining its 50-pound hinge demonstration, thin design, cameras, battery and foldable productivity.
The HONOR Magic V5 is remarkably thin for a book-style foldable, but the video asks a more consequential question: can a phone with a hinge this slim be trusted? The reviewer demonstrates a dramatic pull test, explores the screens, cameras and software, and explains why the device feels unusually close to a conventional phone when folded. Belliste analyzes that footage without claiming to have tested the handset.
The reviewer pulls against the hinge with approximately 50 pounds of weight, saying HONOR encouraged the demonstration. The phone continues working even after flexing slightly beyond flat. It is impressive evidence of strength under that particular load, but it does not establish years of reliability, resistance to drops or repeated folding. The reviewer warns against trying the stunt at home. A controlled long-term test would be needed for a durability verdict.
The white model is described as 4.1mm unfolded and 8.8mm folded; other colors are approximately 4.2mm unfolded. A tenth of a millimeter matters more to marketing than to a user's hand. The practical difference is that the reviewer says the V5 feels like a conventional phone when closed, while opening it provides tablet-like space. It still has more moving parts than a slab phone.
The video lists a 7.95-inch 120Hz inner OLED at 2352 × 2172 and a 6.43-inch outer OLED at 2376 × 1060. HONOR's quoted 5,000-nit brightness is a peak claim, not an everyday full-screen measurement. The reviewer finds the inner crease hard to notice with bright content, though visible from some angles. The soft inner surface is also different from conventional glass; buyers should try it themselves.
The reviewed global configuration is described as having a 5,820mAh silicon-carbon battery, 66W wired and 50W wireless charging. Fitting that capacity into such a thin foldable is notable, but the video provides no standardized endurance or charging-time test. Likewise, Snapdragon 8 Elite, 16GB RAM and 512GB storage suggest flagship capability without proving sustained performance under heat. Regional configurations should be checked before purchase.
The large rear camera island supports varied framing. From the same position, the reviewer demonstrates wide shots, portraits and tighter zoomed compositions. He also tries AI portrait enhancement and removes an unwanted object using retouch tools. Such edits can improve presentation, but they alter the captured scene.
In a 4K 60fps demonstration, autofocus shifts quickly between a face and a nearby hand. That is a useful observation, not a substitute for controlled tests of stabilization, low-light quality or sound.
The reviewer likes how the stereo speakers sit far apart when the phone is open, and notes that hand position can direct audio toward the listener. He also mentions stylus support, which may make the large inner screen more useful for annotation. The cited IP58 and IP59 resistance ratings concern specific test conditions and do not mean the device is immune to water, dust or accidental damage.
HONOR's Multiflex feature is described as supporting up to three apps at once. That is one of the clearest reasons to choose a foldable over a conventional phone. The video also describes HONOR Share transfers with iPhones, iPads, Macs and Windows PCs, while the global unit includes Google Play. Compatibility depends on software and file type; file sharing should not be confused with complete app migration.
The Magic V5's achievement is not simply being thin. It combines a familiar closed-phone experience with a large OLED workspace, multi-app productivity and high-end hardware. For people who regularly read, annotate or work across apps, that can justify a foldable.
The hinge stunt makes good video, but it cannot prove long-term durability. Camera samples and autofocus look promising in the reviewer's demonstrations, but battery life, repair costs and thermal behavior still deserve independent testing. Check local warranty coverage, regional battery specifications and stylus availability before buying.
Based on the user-provided transcript of https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d__fEbyvZ-w . The reviewer says HONOR encouraged the hinge experiment. Belliste did not independently test the phone or reproduce that demonstration.
The reviewer demonstrated pulling approximately 50 pounds against the hinge without immediate failure. This is not proof of long-term durability.
The video reports 4.1mm unfolded and 8.8mm folded for the white version, with other colors slightly thicker.
The reviewed global model is described as having a 5,820mAh silicon-carbon battery.
Yes. The video describes HONOR Multiflex multitasking with up to three apps simultaneously.
The video reports 50W wireless charging and 66W wired charging for the reviewed configuration.
