Pixel 9 Pro Fold vs Honor Magic V3: Cameras, Software, Build Quality Compared

[@timwatson251]

I'm so glad I found this man's channel. Not only are the reviews pure and honest, but he reviews phones from all over the world and not just the big three in America. So refreshing too see

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you!

[@bobsworth7082]

Agreed, the American channels act like there’s no other phones apart from Apple, Samsung, OnePlus etc. It crazy seeing them heap praise on the Z Fold 6 when it’s like two generations behind the Chinese manufacturers, which you can happily buy and use in the US.

[@Maxx134a]

​@@bobsworth7082it's unlikely we will see Google/Samsung get as thin. They probably can't go thinner than the 9Pro Fold because they just dont have the hardware

[@MS10x]

@@bobsworth7082 Agreed, I hate the fact that they all always go like "Samsung, Apple, Google," like they are Bots trained to say that and can't go past that point

[@idontfollowyou]

I totally agree MKB all he does is mainly the big three (Apple, Google & Samsung) and he would sprinkle a few others in-between and his got 19mil subs, talk about stagnating.

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Thank you!

[@TGMisKillingTheMiddleClass]

You just articulated why I love his channel in a way that I couldn't. It just feels like a guy telling us about a phone, not some overproduced flashy review

[@oclicksarome]

Mr Ben you forgot to mention the stylus support on the magic v3 for both the inner and outer displays.

[@ytyt8888-c7i]

I found that many European and American enthusiasts are very interested in the stylus, in fact, this is just a gimmick, or really in use, few people will take out the stylus now, how can there be so many people who like to draw

[@nickthaskater]

Less drawing and more freehand notes. Sitting in a meeting or conference and being able to add drawings and non-linear notes is a lot more useful than basic text entry ​@@ytyt8888-c7i

[@ArthurZakaryan23]

@@ytyt8888-c7i Everytime I hear someone mention that this has stylus support, it's never followed by what kind of stylus support or which stylus works, if it's only a Honor branded one or a more universally accepted USI based stylus? I'm not clamoring to get this phone let alone a stylus to go with it but if reviewers and commentators are gonna mention stylus support as a selling point, you may wanna elaborate further. I don't even think Honor even mentioned it before supported in their official promo materials.

[@ytyt8888-c7i]

@ArthurZakaryan23 This is equivalent to a bonus function.,In fact, the official didn't do publicity around this.,It's just a mouthful.,I don't think the painting experience on this screen will be very good, brother.

[@Raedtoubeh]

This channel is underrated, Ben is an amazing reviewer, not only reviews amazing phones, but he is comparing different phones all over the world! Because of your reviews, I know exactly which foldable to get

[@idontfollowyou]

Ben may not have the editing like MKB, but me personally I feel like MKB has been stagnating for a while. Overrated the boring content reviewing the big three over and over and over again....

[@Patrikch100]

This Magic V3 is the only bookstyle foldable and Honor phone in general, that I really like, looks really great.

[@michaelcorcoran8768]

This was a frustration for me with the surface duo was that there was no way to run three apps concurrently outside of picture in picture. The LG V60 allowed you to run split screen on one half, and then another app on the dual screen and then a fourth app with picture in picture. It was strange that the Microsoft always had the public praise for being a multitasking device when the V60 was so much superior.

[@andyH_England]

That sort of feature gets techies on YT excited, but it is niche and almost worthless to the average user. There are good reasons why LG went bust; these features did not sell phones. Even with the much-praised Samsung software, again in techie-land, sales are falling as hardware is far more critical for most people. Very few of us want four apps open on a small 8-inch device, especially when you need to use the onboard keyboard.

[@dpmusic21]

​@@andyH_England i agree

[@TerrySitu]

I'm looking forward to watch your review of the Huawei Mate XT!

[@Dumauch]

I don't trust any pixel reviews. They always give the pixels a pass when they wouldn't give a pass to any other company. I like this unbiased review.

[@circasurvive9891]

prolly cause it's not the Big 2 & thus they won't get major hate

[@ericd1084]

My wife uses her Apple Pen (or whatever it's called) on her iPad pro all the time. I've never had any need for a pen or styles on any of my phone's or tablets.

[@Dumauch]

@@circasurvive9891 I've seen smaller companies also get hate even when they had innovative features that bigger companies adopted later.

[@TechGen100]

Chinese Foldables are way better than Pixel and Samsung's Z Fold Series in terms of hardware.

[@MS10x]

Recently Chinese brands have also uped their game in softwares. They just need to be consistent in updates

[@bad65dad]

The build nice but software support is bad maybe 2 to 3 updates plus security updates are also important. Insurance again none.

[@mrwilliams8623]

I care more about software and security updates. I would definitely buy a Chinese foldable if there were supported in the U.S.

[@NJS-m6j]

​@@mrwilliams8623 lucky we are not from America and not caged with that stupid trade policy. Hahahhh

[@Levi---q7p]

But it's completely opposite in terms of software. Can't we just get one with both? Please? For the love of God?😂😭

[@bishnuchowdhury4939]

My man always posts the video I was looking for. I think it's the charm of living in China

[@julianphipps6133]

As someone who usually has his favourite sites for reviews on my tech, I'm blown away by how much useful the content in this video is, and Ive not watched a video from you before today. This video has helped alot as I'm considering the V3 but also comparing it to other foldables Cheers

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you

[@stevenroot-e9l]

Excellent videos... I just discover you today and saw severals of your videos and this is exactly what we need. The truth and and honnest comments. You are able to explain for every one depending who we re what is good and what is better depanding who we are. Excellent... I follow you

[@benjaminvalle9619]

This is the review I was really hoping for...thanks!

[@nitrokyosho]

What people don't seem to understand is if you live in the USA, there's no support for these phones if something breaks on them you just lost $2000.00 .I would love to buy a vivo3 xfold but if something gos wrong im screwed there's no support here ,there great phones theres no doubt but for china and Europe.

[@dpmusic21]

Valid comment. I suppose you can take it to a 3rd party repair store but it would probably get really expensive.

[@marco.pereira]

Pixel fold fan here and I really enjoyed this honest comparison.

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you so much

[@ScreenOnTimeYT]

My magic V3 coming tomorrow hopefully, can't wait to get hands on and review. Great comparison of the 2 Ben 😎

[@ferretmom10]

Where are you getting yours from? I want one but am not sure which site is safest! Thank you

[@ScreenOnTimeYT]

@@ferretmom10 I got mine from O2 in the UK. Where are you based?

[@mumrik]

Good review! In Europe we do get more brands so it's interesting to see how they measure up. I'm super happy with my Honor Magic 5 Pro but I have been considering a foldable...

[@BigBoss-ms8ff]

Thank you very much for this great comparaison!

[@markomakelele1413]

Been spending hours deciding between Pixel 9 pro fold and Samsung and then I see this. Probably buying Honor Magic V3 now, never heard off it before

[@sashinjamir4863]

Love your honest opinion and review.... You've earned my trust and my sub.....❤️🔥

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Thanks for the sub!

[@nshon7]

Chancing upon the Huawei Mate 7 ten years ago opened my eyes up to how Chinese phones were comparable if not superior to Samsung/iPhone, that price advantage has closed a lot now, if not non-existent. Had to bin Huawei (last was P30 Pro) when the Google ban happened, S21, S22, F3 and then to iPhone14PM (battery is excellent). Think I’m back to Android with Honor Fold V3(rebranded Huawei in all honesty). Just wish the battery life was better

[@TheRealMrMoonlight]

Sorry, not a rebranded Huawei. Huawei sold the Honor brand to Shenzhen Zhixin New Information Technology Co., Ltd in November of 2020. So Honor has had no relation to Huawei for nearly four years now. Get with the program.

[@nshon7]

@@TheRealMrMoonlight I stand corrected then. Meh

[@CuriousRock]

I prefer how the notification is stretched in Honor so it shows most, if not, the whole message.

[@m.r.ididize9268]

I decided to go with magic v2 at 999euros, just amazing piece of art , hardware,screen ,slim ,camera, battery life . Very comfortable at hand . Pixel is nice phone but taking in to account price at the moment magic v2 is amazing multitasking. Nice review !👍

[@drmonstervibes]

I'm really contemplating about buying the V2 instead of waiting for the V3 because it's like half the price of the V3 and the phone is still pretty amazing but I haven't made up my mind yet

[@m.r.ididize9268]

@@drmonstervibes I think v2 is nice phone at the moment depends of your region and price range

[@76Macadamia]

Best comparing so far so you got a sub from me... and thanks for making great videos ALL the time and not like people over here in the west

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you!

[@artvandelayimports]

Love this video! Definitely agree with your point about ppl talking about the Pixel Fold while not knowing anything about phones available elsewhere.

[@maddada]

Great comparasion! I'm rocking the V3 for a month so far and I love the hardware and software freedom, and the faster performance, but the pixel's AI features are also really amazing. You can't go wrong with either device 👍

[@Jallelab99141]

to anyone asking.. the global magic v3 works on verizon, tmobile, at&t and all the other usa carriers but you need to import it, sites like wonda mobile or averagedad and then put your sim card in it. however you may not have wifi calling

[@blvckaf8258]

Can we get Honor magic V 3 global Vs Vivo X Fold 3 pro global? 🙏🏿

[@TheHeratsoft]

Waiting for this video as I'm considering these two as the only good options considering the hardware and the price range. Of course OnePlus Open is also a considerable option.

[@ohimaka_1ne363]

I have been waiting for this comparison, i have pre ordered both and thorn on which one to keep. With the free bang and olufsen headphones and pen that comes with the v3 i think that would be it for me even though i am going to miss on the software experience and quick updates

[@MarkEdwards-c5b]

Great job, Ben. Your analysis is on target, concise, and true. I have been following you for a while. I currently have the Z Fold 6 and Oneplus Open. The Chinese phones are nice. Samsung is falling short and not giving all that we want. I give it to Google for trying to make thier foldable phone better. I believe Oneplus Open 2 will be the phone to beat in the US eventually. I am considering the global version for Honor V3 fold. Thank you for your review.

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you

[@Seanjones1990]

the camera lag @2:55 on the pixel is hilarious

[@m.r.ididize9268]

Honor magic v2 has floating apps, all media apps (what's up,insta) can be displayed on top of splitting display as floating apps, so multitasking is positive and possible.thanks for the effort and nice video ! What you think is the best smart watch to use for magic v2?

[@wilyounghusband5267]

I am excited for Ben's review of Huawei TriFolding phoneeeeeee

[@zacharyseet7904]

Thank you for your videos Ben! Covering the actual latest and greatest tech without the vacuum like view of the reviewers in NA. Also are you going to do a review of the xiaomi mix fold 4? Looking forward to seeing your future videos :)

[@danielmndjr2874]

We need to grow this channel. 🤝

[@johnnoid]

As someone who owns foldables from Galaxy Fold 1 up until now owning the Pixel 9 Pro fold ( 6 foldables and 2 flip phones) I think you got every single aspect of your comparison right!

[@usmanabdulkadir3334]

Awesome content and video comprision keep it up as always Ben's brother

[@evertontoffee9763]

I'm still torn between these two lol but I have to say this is the best review of any phone I have seen! Well done Ben, you've just gained a new subscriber 👍🏻

[@dean5709]

That's Ben at his finest. Awesome review. Keep it up

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you!

[@jebaker2]

I love keeping up with what is going on outside North America in foldables. Someday, the global market will open up and we'll have some great phones! (not that I dislike the Pixel 9 Pro Fold)

[@asianskywalker]

subscribed. the comparison i was looking for. thanks

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Thank you!

[@zaffvideos5688]

Ben, Love watching your videos thank you! Ive been using Iphone forever and wanted jump to these lovely foldable phones. Which phones would work in Sydney/Australia?

[@pe_1980]

Another great comparison.👍 in terms of hardware there is no contest, Honor by a landslide. Software, well I never used MagicOS so can't comment about that. Pixel UI is good but I too find it a little bit to restrictive.

[@mambaman2007]

Great review as usual. And I'll take the Honor, thank you 😊

[@scflaw]

Hi Ben, i enjoy your reviews. I was wondering if the pixel fold 9 works with hong kong 5g networks?

[@MforLife]

Very good comparison! Thanks for that. 👌I have a quick question. Does the Windows "Smartphone Link" feature work with the V3? So I can copy text on my PC or phone and paste it on the other device?

[@Seelendrache]

It should. I saw the option in a video in the settings at least in the global variant.

[@MforLife]

@@Seelendrache Many thanks for the information! 👍

[@tolapen7529]

I like your review! Hope you get a lot of views

[@johnny.walker]

Good video, Ben. Thumbs up!

[@waseemal3951]

They need to bring it to the US market.

[@HexicanLS460L]

Global Version works in U.S.

[@PalashHolkar_]

Gr8 comparison but would love to see a more detailed comparison of software on both phones

[@nyrubin]

What camera did you record this on???

[@jimmor7]

Cooool Video, M8! Thanks a lot

[@maximilianovilla_]

After watching a few of your videos today, I think I am selling my Pixel 9 Fold that I got yesterday and preordering the Magic V3. I tried it in a store and the weight and thinness alone won me over (that Pixel is CHUNKY, especially with a case) but the multitasking part is what finally convinced me. Floating windows FTW.

[@Someone-ey6cc]

Enable freeform window under developer options, thank me later. And dont forget Enable non-resizable in Multi-window too otherwise you will whine about that it doesnt work for all apps. You know why its in dev options for years? Cause dev's dont implement it properly.

[@risd1071]

I already did this haha. but I live in Asia so I may get better support with honor

[@maximilianovilla_]

@@risd1071 I live in Asia too! So I am going that route with you :D

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Wow thank you for watching my videos

[@blaizon]

Excellent unbiased review 👍🏾

[@aliettienne2907]

3:31 Honor Magic is giving a Ultra version hardware quality at a midrange price. While other phones such as the Pixel foldable is giving just a little above midrange hardware at a premium price. I think Google and others need to make two models a midrange quality for $1400, and an Ultra version at $1800 price range. 7:12 Google need to fix this multi-tasking problem, they need to have both split screen mode for apps and floating windows that can resize for apps. Split screen and floating resizable windows are must-have features. 😎💯💪🏾👍🏾

[@cameronstarkey3165]

I subscribed great video, i have a S24 ultra as my bar phone, but decided to go get the Honor V3 as a foldable phone it looked stunning i love the thinness and how you can multi task with ease.. don't get me wrong its by no means perfected but hopefully by the V4 or 5 it will be and im sure by then it will make all other mainstream ones looks pathetic.

[@Av3nGeRX]

Great review. Subscribed. Should just have a bit more flare in your videos if you want to get bigger

[@chigga25]

that was a good unbiased review. Thanks bro. Good to see Google making some good changes but still needs more flexibility with the launcher for sure

[@Iggy0023]

Hey - can you let me know what calendar app/widget you have on the phones in 1:19 ? As it looks much better than the default google calendar !

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Business calendar

[@MoroccanReflections]

You do great reviews for a solo creator 👏

[@kuaqimai]

My go to review channel

[@Ryan-um8ug]

Great review. Wish we could get honor phones in Canada 🇨🇦 so much better then samsung and google.

[@willentrekin]

Nice comparison. Really good side by side. Just to note, you CAN get rid of the search bar and At a Glance by using a different launcher. But that's likely true on any Android device.

[@tinahocean8120]

Grt vid ben, BT Honor V3 choosen out for mi

[@PeterPham]

How is the V3 camera compared to the Oneplus open?

[@Paul.in.Ireland]

Honor v3 easily for me... The pixel looks dated in design with those curved corners and massive bezels... I prefer the V3s post processing.. photos look cleaner and more consistent.

[@aemanabbas]

Thanks for the great video. Can you do a comparison between the pixel 9 pro fold and vivo 3 x fold pro, please

[@SunilSingh-lc1ww]

Pixel user here. Love the simple and more relatable review

[@EOGA2001]

You may want to say US/CANADA. I am in México and the last I know we are still considered part of north America and we do have access to magic v3 or at least we should as we had access to v2 and and v3 is already announced in the honor page in México.

[@jlaw5661]

Great balanced review. 👍

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Thank you!

[@christopherromberg82]

Great video as usual. I like the Fold but the V3 ist....beautiful. :)

[@malhaar707]

At 3:47, you can read restaurant name very clearly from Honor photo, where Pixel has completely blown up the text. Anyway, what's your best pick in terms of monster camera, best battery, software and overall between three phones: Magic V3, Vivo Fold 3 Pro, and Xiaomi Fold 4? Already got her Samsung Fold 6, not completely happy, but it was safe option. Need to get one mine now. I am truly after Huawei Tri fold device, but software... Not sure if can manage that lol

[@Havsue]

Do comparison between x fold 3 pro, Xiaomi fold 4, z fold 6, pixel 9 fold and honor v3

[@simmysharma6845]

you praised where the praise was due! 🙏😊👍

[@amlanrakshit5968]

Chinese foldable flagships are light years ahead of what Samsung and Google are offering in the foldable sector right now , at least when we compare the hardware and the camera sensors !!

[@NJS-m6j]

I got Honor(M6P) and Google(P8P). I live outside USA. Pixel is good but it's so limited outside USA in terms of capabilities you cannot get all it's capabilities If you are outside US. While the Honor hardware is superb and their OS is improving everyrime. In terms of camera it's Pixel as alot of noise compare to Honor. Not planning to buy another Pixel because once again I am outside USA and I cannot enjoy it's full capabilities while on the other side I am planning to buy the new Honor's tablet and Laptop because of the Magic Ring. Also Magic Portal killed it alot better than circle to search. Once again AWESOME review Ben!

[@tal_ent8392]

Great comparison video. 2 things: Magic V3 misses too many bands for North American carriers to be viable for me. On the Pixel, activate Freeform in Developer Options for a crude way to have free floating windows until Google officially addresses it.

[@konkeydong6907]

All the still comparisons I preferred all of the Honor's examples and that alone is rare for me. Seriously impressed at Honor's cameras.

[@julianphipps6133]

In your professional opinion would you say the camera on the Honor V3, would be better than the camera on the Honor 90 which is what I currently have.

[@WhenThoughtsConnect]

The bezel on the google phone works for folded landscape gaming if you want your palms to not touch the screen.

[@garycornhouse4276]

Totally right about the multi tasking. You buy a foldable for that as well as other stuff. Most android phones can run two apps anyway so a foldable needs to do more. Maybe iPhone will run two apps on the same screen one day!

[@TheEladghamman]

So which one worth to buy?

[@elmemyself]

Can that icon layout on the honor be achieved with the Nova Launcher? Cheers.

[@Vastfill]

I fell in love with Honor with their V2 fold, but I'm hard stuck in the apple ecosystem, the pain.

[@dgmessenger]

Great review. Im in the US and haven't pulled the trigger on the foldable format yet. Samsung's form factor is just not going to do it for me. I'm considering the Pixel, but as you point out, there are two things i can't get over: jarring left upper bezel on the main front folded screen and multitasking window limitation!! Why Google??

[@ytyt8888-c7i]

Is it difficult for you to admit that the mobile phones made in China are great, just like the ratio of gaming notebooks (performance/noise) integrated by ROG, Europeans and Americans have taken away the most profitable chip business, and the assembly business is far less profitable than making chips, which is why United States people are reluctant to make mobile phones well

[@Atupas]

This is the comparison we are waiting for. Overall the pixel is slightly better than the V3 just 52.5% : 47.5%. Tec reviewers should not stress manufacturers to size reduction. It is subjected to consumer preference. I think the total thickness of 10mm 5/5 should be the maximum standard. What is important is the bend test. Hinge strength and foldable durability. For me Samsung foldable Z6 is still the best for now mostly because of the software but the small outer screen display is the draw back in addition with the outer displays not using s-pen.

[@DillonBlair]

It's so funny having a "hinge can open at more angles" be a thing to be better in. Does anyone really care about that?

[@andyH_England]

No, not really. I don't even use mine folded at 90 degrees!

[@ceothesheriffshow]

Great review, you’re also leading.

[@mohammedyounes7959]

You're the best man 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@Sabakoe737]

Both make rattling noise when shake the phone comming from the camera? Witch one have more rattling?

[@vijaysawrajbhangu1438]

Thanx for Detailed comparison sir, but sadly I couldn't grab Honor in India.

[@mal-avcisi9783]

"little bit ahead..." I think it's not only a little little its big difference

[@nyrubin]

Can you compare the fold to the pixel 9 fold

[@slymsummers]

Have both ( i bought the honor cuz it was cheaper and it only made me want the pixel more...no regrets) and can say that the pixel camera feels like its not as good as even the 7 pro. But actually using the phone is a dream and what samsung is missing imo for their foldable. V3 is my first Honor phone and im a huge fan with the exception of the apps you cant delete or change the language to and its inability to pair with my samsung watch. But from a software perspective, its like a cooler samsung ui. If you buy either, or both, you'll love them

[@michaelevans3148]

How much thinking does it feel than an iPhone 15? I want a fold but afraid of bulk in pocket

[@jermainemouzon4909]

At the end of the day it comes down to warranty support. You can easily get the Z Fold/Pixel Fold replaced/repaired if you have any issues. If something happened to these Chinese foldables you might get left with an expensive paper weight. I don't know about Honor, but some with the OnePlus Open have reported it takes weeks if not longer to get help with their with warranty. Y

[@bensgadgetreviews]

Ok I ain’t ever said any of y’all should buy it

[@zlee2656]

nica review .. but im sure there are those foldable smartphone in the category, all of thwm is still up to date, so like mix fold newest and others olders also have a better review , where newer doesnt mean better for overall , certainly. but those lenovo phablet devices thats stays in china and nearest asia country would alledgedly want to hold those newer devices, i suppos3. still those older model might be the best options on the market ,with the market and economical situation becoming vary , and well aware of technological offer for those who has access susch as yourself sir. if i may suggest any blogs or entry needed to be made for consumer and future comparisons. while i support where folds are still fresh and still new to the old world, such as third world countey and lower, not many even aware of these new devices existence.that is a big ideas that i wish fir youtubers need diligent or even exquisite taste and touch in reviews. thanks for the reviews

[@DaddyjeeFF]

It's like the EV market. Chinese vs US it's not even funny how far the Chinese market have gone. Same goes to the smartphone market. USA just don't know what's outside USA😂.

[@JC-io8pv]

Thank you for your video