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Honor Magic V5 proves foldable durability with Guinness World Record
Honor has once again put the durability of its Magic V5 foldable in the spotlight. After surviving rain tests, extreme temperatures and even steel-ball impact demos, the company pushed the device into Guinness World Record territory to underscore the toughness of its hinge and chassis engineering.
The record-setting lift
In an official attempt, the Honor Magic V5 became the heaviest suspended foldable phone to lift, achieving a 104 kg load. To reach that total, an 84 kg refrigerator and an additional 20 kg of weighted plates were secured to the phone's center using a cloth strap — a demonstration designed to showcase the device’s so-called "Super Steel Hinge."
Hinge endurance and materials
Honor claims the Magic V5’s hinge can endure up to 500,000 folds and reports a tensile strength of 2300 MPa — metrics aimed at addressing common concerns about foldable hinge longevity and mechanical reliability.
Product features and specifications
The Magic V5 pairs its rugged hinge with flagship hardware: a Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, a 7.95-inch flexible AMOLED Full HD+ main display and a 6.43-inch AMOLED external screen. The global variant ships with a 5,820 mAh battery and a triple rear camera system that includes a 64 MP periscope telephoto sensor. Physically, the handset weighs 217 g and measures 8.8 mm when folded.
Comparisons and market positioning
Against competitors in the foldable market, Honor emphasizes mechanical robustness and mainstream flagship performance. While rivals focus on camera systems or software ecosystems, the Magic V5’s record attempt highlights hinge engineering as a differentiator for users concerned about long-term durability.
Advantages, use cases and relevance
For professionals and power users who use foldables as primary devices, the Magic V5 offers a large tablet-like internal display for multitasking and a compact external screen for one-handed tasks. The combination of a high-capacity battery, flagship chipset and enhanced hinge strength makes it suitable for heavy daily use, fieldwork, media consumption and mobile productivity.
Conclusion
Honor’s Guinness World Record for the heaviest weight lifted by a suspended foldable reinforces the Magic V5’s message: foldable phones can be engineered for durability. With flagship specs and a focus on hinge longevity, the Magic V5 aims to appeal to buyers seeking both innovation and reliability in the evolving foldable smartphone market.
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