Guys, the competition in the clamshell foldable phone market has gotten quite tight now. Samsung’s Z Flip series and Motorola’s Razr line are facing off against new challengers – Honor Magic V Flip 2 and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2. Each phone has its own style and strength, and if you’re going to invest in a foldable phone, this comparison will be quite helpful.
Performance
When it comes to performance, the Moto Razr 60 Ultra and Honor Magic V Flip 2 are way ahead. The Razr 60 Ultra has Snapdragon 8 Elite and the Honor Magic V Flip 2 has Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, which offer more powerful and stable performance than the Exynos 2500 in the Samsung Z Flip 7. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is also a close competitor with Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, offering a very smooth experience for gaming and heavy tasks.
Camera
In terms of camera, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and Honor Magic V Flip 2 are quite impressive. Xiaomi has given Leica-branded optics and a dedicated 50MP telephoto lens, which is quite rare in foldable phones. Honor Magic V Flip 2’s 200MP main sensor and 50MP ultrawide lens is also a very powerful combination. Moto Razr 60 Ultra’s dual 50MP cameras are quite good, and Samsung Z Flip 7’s camera is a bit safer choice – consistent, but not innovative.
Battery & Charging
The clear winner in battery and charging is Honor Magic V Flip 2. With 5500mAh battery and 80W wired charging, this phone is ready for both full day and fast top-up. Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and Moto Razr 60 Ultra are also much faster than Samsung’s 25W charging. If you want all-day use and need to charge quickly, then Honor Magic V Flip 2 is a very comfortable option.
Display
In display, Motorola Razr 60 Ultra gives a very smooth experience with 165Hz refresh rate. The brightness of Honor Magic V Flip 2 is up to 5000 nits, which is perfect for viewing in sunlight. The Samsung Z Flip 7 and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 also offer pretty good displays, but neither match the “wow” factor of their rivals.
Software & Ecosystem
The Samsung Z Flip 7 is ahead in software updates and ecosystem. With 7 years of OS and security updates, these phones are pretty reliable in the long-term. Honor and Xiaomi’s optimized Android skins are pretty smooth, but the update commitment is not up to Samsung’s level.
Final Verdict
If you’re a power user, the Moto Razr 60 Ultra is the best – perfect for gaming and heavy multitasking with a powerful processor and smooth display.
For photography lovers, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is the best choice – with Leica optics and telephoto lens, the versatility is unmatched.
If you need all-day battery and fast charging, the Honor Magic V Flip 2 is quite suitable.
And if you want a mainstream reliable foldable, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7’s combination of design, ecosystem, and software support is a very safe and premium choice.