What’s new: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Honor Magic V5 are competing for the title of the world’s thinnest foldable phone, with the Magic V5 claiming a thickness of 8.8mm for its white version, while the Z Fold 7 measures 8.9mm. Both devices feature the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, but the Magic V5 has a larger 5,820mAh battery compared to the Z Fold 7’s 4,400mAh. The camera systems differ significantly, with the Magic V5 offering a 64MP periscope telephoto camera, while the Z Fold 7 boasts a 200MP main camera. The Magic V5 is set to launch in the U.K. and Europe on August 28, 2023.
Who’s affected
Admins and developers considering the adoption of foldable devices for enterprise use may need to evaluate the performance, camera capabilities, and software experience of both models, particularly in relation to their specific use cases.
What to do
- Assess the camera specifications and performance of both devices if photography is a priority.
- Evaluate battery life and efficiency based on your usage patterns, especially for mobile applications.
- Consider the software experience, as the usability of the Magic V5 will depend on its MagicOS 9 performance compared to Samsung’s One UI 8.
