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Launched Apr 29, 2026

Tecno

Phantom V3 Fold

Unfold the future, redefined.

The Tecno Phantom V3 Fold introduces a refined, gapless hinge design for enhanced durability and a sleeker profile. Powered by the next-generation MediaTek Dimensity 9500 chipset, it delivers flagship performance for multitasking and gaming on its expansive inner display.

8.8

Editor score

5-category aggregate

$1,199

starting price

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Tecno Phantom V3 Fold in Cosmic Black

Editor scoring

Display9.2
Performance9.0
Camera8.5
Battery8.4
Design8.9

Verdict

Pros

  • Expansive and vibrant inner display
  • Powerful next-gen Dimensity chipset
  • Improved, more durable hinge design
  • Fast 66W wired charging

Cons

  • Camera system lags behind top-tier flagships
  • Still bulky and heavy compared to slab phones
  • Under-display camera quality is just average

Full specifications

Display

Type
Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Size
8.0 inches (inner), 6.5 inches (cover)
Resolution
2296 x 2440 pixels
Refresh rate
1-144Hz Adaptive
Peak brightness
2800 nits
Protection
Ultra-Thin Glass (inner), Gorilla Glass Victus 3 (cover)
Features
  • HDR10+
  • Dolby Vision
  • Stylus Support

Performance

Chipset
MediaTek Dimensity 9500
Process
3nm
CPU
Octa-core
GPU
ARM Immortalis-G920
AnTuTu
Geekbench (single)
Geekbench (multi)

Camera

8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps

Rear camera

8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/240fps
Widef/1.8
50 MP

OIS, PDAF

Telephotof/2.0
50 MP

2.5x optical zoom, OIS

Ultrawidef/2.2
13 MP
LED flashHDRPanoramaGyro-EIS

Front camera

4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Wide (Cover)f/2.4
32 MP
Under-display (Inner)f/2.0
16 MP
HDR

Battery & charging

Capacity
5100 mAh
Type
Li-Po, non-removable
Wired
66W
Wireless
15W
Reverse
5W Reverse Wireless
Endurance

Build & design

Dimensions
Unfolded: 160.1 x 142.5 x 5.2 mm, Folded: 160.1 x 72.8 x 11.1 mm
Weight
265 g
Materials
Glass front (folded), plastic front (unfolded), glass back, aluminum frame
Water/dust
IPX8
Colors
  • Cosmic Black
  • Lunar Silver

Software & AI

OS at launch
Android 16
Skin / UI
HiOS 16 Fold
Update policy
3 years of OS updates, 4 years of security patches
AI features
  • AI-powered photo enhancement
  • Real-time translation
  • Generative AI wallpaper
  • Smart summarization

Connectivity

Network
5G
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 7
Bluetooth
5.4
NFC
Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2
Positioning
GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
SIM
Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, eSIM, dual stand-by)
Infrared
Yes

Sensors

Fingerprint
Side-mounted
Face unlock
2D Face Unlock
Other sensors
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyro
  • Proximity
  • Compass
  • Barometer

Variants & pricing

RAM
Storage
Price
12 GB
256 GB
$1,199
16 GB
512 GB
$1,349

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