The Honor Magic Vs offers a compelling value proposition with its thin design, fast charging, and competitive pricing, making it a strong alternative to premium foldables. However, inconsistent camera performance, unfinished software, and the lack of an IP rating hold it back from competing directly with top-tier rivals.
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Easy to use when closed
- Two‑day battery life
- Big screen is great for video
- Reasonable price
- Thinner and lighter than predecessor
- Impressive 66W fast charging
Points of Contention
- No app drawer
- Poor wide‑angle camera
- Durability concerns
- Software could do more with form factor
- Inconsistent cameras
Professional Reviews
3 reviews from 3 critics“The Honor Magic Vs has a pretty design and glorious open‑screen visuals, but the disappointing software, poor quality camera, and concerns over durability mean it can't be recommended.”
“Its specs make the Magic VS look like great value. But despite this technically being Honor’s second swing at a foldable (its first device, the Magic V, was exclusive to China), the Magic VS has a series of rough edges that make its asking price a tough sell.”
