
Honor
Great

Samsung
Decent
Honor Magic V5
A stunning achievement in foldable engineering. At 4.1mm unfolded and 217g, the Magic V5 lays completely flat with a nearly invisible crease and feels like a normal phone when folded. IP58/IP59 water resistance outclasses Samsung, and S Pen support adds versatility. The large camera bump does cause wobble on flat surfaces.
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
The A36 5G punches above its weight in design, with a clean aesthetic that mirrors Samsung's flagship lineup. Build quality is solid for the price with a polycarbonate back that still manages to look sleek.
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Honor Magic V5
Honor arguably offers the best foldable displays in the market. The 7.95-inch LTPO OLED inner display hits 5,000 nits peak brightness, and both panels support Dolby Vision with 4,320Hz PWM dimming for exceptional eye comfort. The crease is nearly imperceptible in daily use.
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
The 6.6-inch Super AMOLED display is the A36's strongest feature. Samsung's AMOLED expertise trickles down effectively here, delivering punchy colors and smooth scrolling that outclass most budget competitors.
Honor Magic V5
Exceptional battery life for a foldable. The 5,820mAh silicon-carbon battery (industry-first 15% silicon-carbon technology) delivers comfortable two-day use for many reviewers. GSMArena measured nearly 12 hours of active use. 66W wired and 50W wireless charging provide fast top-ups.
Samsung Galaxy A36 5G
Battery life is one of the A36's genuine strengths. The 5,000mAh battery combined with the efficient (if slow) processor means the phone easily lasts a full day and often stretches into day two.