vivo X Fold+ vs Honor Magic Vs: The Ultimate Foldable Face-Off
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🏆 Quick Verdict
The vivo X Fold+ edges out the Honor Magic Vs thanks to its faster charging, potentially superior camera system (based on vivo's reputation), and slightly more powerful CPU. However, the Magic Vs boasts excellent battery life and a more compact design, making it a strong contender for those prioritizing portability.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | vivo X Fold+ | Honor Magic Vs |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 32, 66 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 66, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE-A, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G |
| CDMA2000 1x | CDMA2000 1x | |
| Launch | ||
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, September 26 | 2022, November 23 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, September 29 | Available. Released 2022, December 30 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | - | Glass front, glass back or eco leather back, magnesium alloy frame, titanium alloy folding mechanism |
| Dimensions | Unfolded: 162 x 144.9 x 6.3 mm Folded: 162 x 74.5 x 14.6 mm | Unfolded: 160.3 x 141.5 x 6.1 mmFolded: 160.3 x 72.6 x 12.9 mm |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 311 g (10.97 oz) | 261 g / 267 g (9.21 oz) |
| Display | ||
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| Resolution | 1916 x 2160 pixels (~360 ppi density) | 1984 x 2272 pixels (~382 ppi density) |
| Size | 8.03 inches, 206.5 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) | 7.9 inches, 199.5 cm2 (~87.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+ | Foldable OLED, 1B colors, 90Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits |
| Cover display: AMOLED, 120Hz, 6.53 inches, 1080 x 2520 pixels, 21:9 ratio | Cover display: OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1200 nits, 6.45 inches, 1080 x 2560 pixels, 431 ppi | |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A510) | Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.5 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) | Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm) |
| GPU | Adreno 730 | Adreno 730 |
| OS | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | Android 13, MagicOS 7.1 - InternationalAndroid 12, MagicOS 7 - China |
| Memory | ||
|---|---|---|
| Card slot | No | No |
| Internal | 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM | 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM |
| UFS 3.1 | - | |
| Main Camera | ||
|---|---|---|
| Features | Zeiss optics, Zeiss T* lens coating, Dual-LED flash, panorama | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Quad | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/1.57", 1.0µm, Dual Pixel PDAF, Laser AF, OIS 8 MP, f/3.4, 125mm (periscope telephoto), PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom 12 MP, f/2.0, 47mm (telephoto), PDAF, 2x optical zoom 48 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 114˚ (ultrawide) | - |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) Cover camera: 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | - |
| Triple | - | 54 MP, f/1.9, 27mm (wide), 1/1.49", 1.0µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.4, 81mm (telephoto), PDAF, 3x optical zoom, OIS 50 MP, f/2.0, 13mm, 122˚ (ultrawide), AF |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS | 4K@30/60fps (10-bit), 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS, HDR10+ |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) Cover camera: 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, 24mm (wide) |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| 35mm jack | - | No |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 24-bit/192kHz audio | - | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD | 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO, QZSS, NavIC | GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5) |
| Radio | No | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.2, OTG | USB Type-C 3.1, OTG, Display Port 1.2 |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 80W wired, 100% in 35 min (advertised) 50W wireless 10W reverse wireless | 66W wired 5W reverse wired |
| Type | Li-Po 4730 mAh, non-removable | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Black, Blue, Red | Cyan, Black, Orange |
| Models | V2229A | FRI-AN00, FRI-NX9 |
| Price | About 1450 EUR | About 2940 EUR |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 85h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -23.4 LUFS (Very good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 831175 (v9) GeekBench: 3971 (v5.1), 4497 (v6) GFXBench: 50fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
vivo X Fold+
- Faster Charging (80W wired)
- Potentially Superior Camera
- Slightly Faster CPU
- Premium Build Quality (expected)
- Battery Life Not as Good as Magic Vs
- Potentially Higher Price
- Larger and Heavier
Honor Magic Vs
- Excellent Battery Life (85h Endurance)
- More Compact and Pocketable Design
- Reliable Performance
- Competitive Price (likely)
- Slower Charging (66W wired)
- Camera Performance May Not Be as Impressive
- CPU Slightly Slower
Display Comparison
Both devices feature excellent foldable displays. The Honor Magic Vs measures 876 nits max brightness, while the vivo X Fold+ is expected to be slightly brighter, though specific measurements are harder to find. The Magic Vs boasts an 'infinite' contrast ratio, which is a nominal value, but suggests deep blacks. The vivo X Fold+ likely has a more refined color calibration and potentially a higher refresh rate on both screens.
Camera Comparison
vivo is generally known for its strong camera performance. While both phones offer Photo/Video capabilities, the vivo X Fold+ is expected to have a more advanced camera system, potentially with better image processing and low-light performance. Specific camera specs (megapixels, sensor sizes) are needed for a more precise comparison, but vivo's track record suggests an advantage.
Performance
Both phones utilize the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, ensuring flagship-level performance. However, the vivo X Fold+ has a slightly faster CPU clock speeds (3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 vs 3.0 GHz), which *could* translate to marginally better performance in demanding tasks. Real-world differences are likely to be minimal for most users.
Battery Life
The Honor Magic Vs shines in this category, boasting an impressive endurance rating of 85 hours. The vivo X Fold+ has a smaller battery and while its 80W wired charging is significantly faster, the Magic Vs offers longer overall battery life.
Buying Guide
The vivo X Fold+ is ideal for power users who demand top-tier performance, fast charging, and a premium camera experience. The Honor Magic Vs is a better choice for users who prioritize long battery life, a more compact and pocketable design, and a reliable, albeit not groundbreaking, camera system.