UnExpected Thickness: Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 Discovered to Be Thinner Than the World's Slimmest Collapsible Device
In the rapidly evolving world of technology, a new contender has emerged to challenge the status quo. The Honor Magic V5, a foldable smartphone, is now being hailed as the world's slimmest, according to the manufacturer's claims.
When folded, the Honor Magic V5, in its Ivory White version, measures a mere 8.8mm thick. However, other color variants of the device are slightly thicker, with a measurement of 9.0mm when folded[4]. When unfolded, the phone is approximately 4.1mm to 4.2mm thin, depending on the color variant[4].
The Honor Magic V5's slimness is noteworthy, especially when compared to other foldable phones on the market. For instance, the Oppo Find N5, previously considered the thinnest foldable, has a folded thickness of 8.9mm[1][2]. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7, while not explicitly mentioned in the search results, is historically known to be thicker than 9mm when folded, based on earlier generations[1].
The difference between the Honor Magic V5 and the Oppo Find N5 is a negligible 0.1mm[1][2]. This minuscule difference is unlikely to have a significant impact on the user experience, as achieving thinner foldables becomes increasingly difficult due to engineering and durability constraints[1].
While the Honor Magic V5 may claim the title of the world's slimmest foldable, the difference in thickness compared to other top models like the Oppo Find N5 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 is practically negligible in real-world use[1][2][4].
### Comparison Table:
| Model | Folded Thickness (mm) | Unfolded Thickness (mm) | Notes | |--------------------|---------------------------|---------------------------|------------------------------| | Honor Magic V5 | 8.8mm (Ivory White), 9.0mm (others) | 4.1-4.2mm | Claimed world's thinnest foldable, minuscule margin from Oppo Find N5 | | Oppo Find N5 | 8.9mm | Not specified | Previously thinnest foldable | | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 | Not specified (historically >9mm) | Not specified | Likely thicker than Honor Magic V5 |
As the race for the slimmest foldable phone continues, it's important to remember that other factors such as durability, price, and specifications also play a crucial role in determining the overall quality and user experience of these devices.
Sources: [1] Ice Universe (2023). Twitter Post. [Link] [2] Ice Universe (2023). Follow-up Post. [Link] [4] Honor (2023). Honor Magic V5 Product Page. [Link]
The Honor Magic V5, marketed as the world's slimmest foldable, boasts a folded thickness of 8.8mm (Ivory White) and 9.0mm (other color variants), outperforming the Oppo Find N5, previously known as the thinnest foldable, with a thickness of 8.9mm. Despite the minuscule difference, other factors like durability, price, and specifications should also be considered when evaluating the overall quality and user experience of these devices.
