The world’s thinnest foldable undercuts the Galaxy Z Fold 7 with some very competitive pricing

Source: Android Authority

TL;DR

• The HONOR Magic V6 launched in China starting at CNY 8,999 (~$1,302), significantly undercutting the Galaxy Z Fold 7 (Galaxy W26), which starts at CNY 16,999.
• The device features an incredibly thin 8.75 mm folded design, display brightness up to 6,000 nits, and a massive 7,150 mAh battery on the 1 TB model.
• While the phone won’t hit the US, a global release for the 16 GB/512 GB variant is expected in the second half of 2026.

Launch & Hands‑On

HONOR unveiled the Magic V6 at MWC 2026 using the trade show as a platform to showcase its top‑tier foldable. The specifications were shared earlier, and many got a hands‑on experience, but pricing was held back until the China launch event. The day has finally arrived: the Magic V6 is now available in China, with pricing details that allow a direct comparison to rival foldables.

Design & Display

• Folded thickness: 8.75 mm
• Unfolded thickness: 4 mm
• Weight: 219 g

Inner Display

• Size: 7.95 inches
• Refresh rate: 120 Hz
• Peak brightness: 5,000 nits
• 10‑bit color, 4,320 Hz PWM dimming

Cover Display

• Size: 6.52 inches
• Refresh rate: 120 Hz
• Peak brightness: 6,000 nits
• 10‑bit color, 4,320 Hz PWM dimming

Both panels support 10‑bit color depth and high‑frequency PWM dimming for smoother brightness transitions.

Battery & Charging

• Standard battery: 6,850 mAh
• 1 TB variant: 7,150 mAh (larger capacity)
• Global variant: 6,660 mAh (still larger than the Galaxy Z Fold 7’s 4,400 mAh)

Charging capabilities

• 80 W wired fast charging
• 66 W wireless fast charging

Performance & Camera

• Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Camera System

• Primary sensor: 50 MP
• Periscope telephoto: 64 MP
• Ultrawide sensor: 50 MP
• Laser autofocus sensor
• Additional 20 MP sensor on both the cover and inner displays

The device also carries IP68 and IP69 protection ratings.

HONOR Magic V6 Pricing and Availability

Pre‑order in China begins today, with open sales starting March 13 at the following price points:

• 12 GB + 256 GB: CNY 8,999 (~$1,302)
• 12 GB + 512 GB: CNY 9,999 (~$1,447)
• 16 GB + 512 GB: CNY 10,999 (~$1,592)
• 16 GB + 1 TB: CNY 11,999 (~$17,37)

For comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 (sold as the Galaxy W26) starts at CNY 16,999 ($2,460) for the 16 GB + 512 GB configuration.

The global release of the Magic V6 is expected to include at least the 16 GB + 512 GB variant. While the device will not be available in the US, it is anticipated to reach select global markets in the second half of 2026.