Foldable phones are becoming more popular, and the TECNO Phantom V Fold 2 is here to impress. It’s the second generation in TECNO’s foldable lineup, combining a sleek design with powerful performance. Let’s dive into the details of this exciting device.
Design
The design of the Phantom V Fold 2 is beautiful and unique. TECNO partnered with LOEWE, known for creating luxury items, and it really shows. The Rippling Blue color we tested has a lovely vegan leather texture that’s smooth and resembles flowing water. It’s a fresh, elegant look that stands out from other foldable phones.
The phone feels great to hold too. When folded, it has a curved edge that gives you a secure grip. There’s no gap between the two sides when it’s closed, which adds to its premium feel. Unfolding it is easy, thanks to a smooth hinge that lets you open the phone at different angles for a hands-free experience. The design is symmetrical, from the placement of the antennas to the speakers, giving it a polished and satisfying look.
Display
The Phantom V Fold 2 features two high-quality displays. The outer screen is 6.42 inches with a 120Hz refresh rate and an impressive 1600 nits brightness, making it bright and easy to view even in sunlight. This screen is perfect for quick tasks like checking messages or making calls.
When unfolded, the large 7.85-inch inner screen comes into play. It also supports 120Hz refresh rate and high brightness, giving you a smooth, immersive experience. This large screen is ideal for watching videos, browsing the web, and even gaming. It’s a great option if you’re looking for your first foldable phone and want a bigger screen experience without compromising quality.
Performance and Software
The Phantom V Fold 2 is powered by the Dimensity 9000+ 5G chip, paired with 12GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. This powerful combination ensures that the phone handles everyday tasks and multitasking with ease. Whether you’re gaming, browsing, or running multiple apps, everything runs smoothly.
One standout feature is the pen that comes with the phone. It connects via Bluetooth and lets you take notes, draw, or even translate words on your screen with a simple gesture. The pen has no noticeable delay and feels natural to use. You can also use it as a remote control for taking photos or controlling certain functions. It’s perfect for boosting productivity.
The Phantom V Fold 2 runs on HiOS, TECNO’s custom interface, based on Android. The software is optimized for foldables, allowing you to run two apps side-by-side, switch between modes easily, and customize your experience with themes and layouts.
Camera
The Phantom V Fold 2’s camera system includes three main lenses: a 50MP primary camera, an ultra-wide-angle lens, and a 2x telephoto lens. Photos are sharp and detailed, with vibrant colors and strong HDR. Whether you’re capturing landscapes or portraits, the camera delivers excellent results.
In low light, the Super Night Mode shines, giving you clearer, more atmospheric night shots. However, the telephoto lens doesn’t have Optical Image Stabilization (OIS), which may cause some blurring in low light. But overall, the camera system performs well across various lighting condition.
Battery
The phone is equipped with a 5750mAh battery that lasts throughout the day with normal use. When it’s time to charge, the 70W fast charger gets the phone back to full power in just about 40 minutes. It also supports 15W wireless charging, adding to the convenience.
Additional Features
A great feature of the Phantom V Fold 2 is its hinge, which allows you to set the phone at different angles for hands-free use. Whether you’re watching videos, making video calls, or taking photos, it adds extra flexibility to how you use the device.
The phone also includes AI-powered features like an AI photo editor, real-time translation, and Universal Tone, which enhances skin tone accuracy for photos in diverse environments.
Conclusion.
The TECNO Phantom V Fold 2 is an excellent choice for anyone looking to buy their first foldable phone. Its luxurious design, smooth performance, and productivity features—especially the included pen—make it a strong contender in the foldable market. Whether you need it for work, entertainment, or creativity, this phone has you covered. Though pricing isn’t confirmed yet, it’s expected to be reasonably priced based on TECNO’s previous models, making it a great value for all its features.
Full Specifications.
Body | Dimensions | Unfolded: 159 x 140.4 x 6.1 mmFolded: 159 x 72.2 x 11.8-12 mm |
Weight | 249 g (8.78 oz) | |
SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | |
IP54, dust and splash resistantStylus support |
Display | Type | Foldable LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz |
Size | 7.85 inches, 196.9 cm2 (~88.2% screen-to-body ratio) | |
Resolution | 2000 x 2296 pixels (~388 ppi density) | |
Cover display:LTPO AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, 1600 nits (peak), Corning Gorilla Glass Victus6.42 inches, 1080 x 2550 pixels, 431 PPI |
Platform | OS | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HiOS 14 Fold |
Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 9000+ (4 nm) | |
CPU | Octa-core (1×3.20 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3×2.85 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4×1.80 GHz Cortex-A510) | |
GPU | Mali-G710 MC10 |
Main Camera | Triple | 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/1.3″, 1.2µm, PDAF, OIS50 MP, f/2.0, 50mm (telephoto), 1/2.8″, 0.64µm, PDAF, 2x optical zoom50 MP, f/2.2, 115˚ (ultrawide), PDAF |
Features | Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama | |
Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps |
Selfie camera | Single | 32 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/2.8″, 0.8µmCover camera:32 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/2.8″, 0.8µm |
Video | 1080p@60fps |
Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
3.5mm jack | No | |
24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio |
Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band |
Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | |
Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | |
NFC | Yes | |
Radio | FM radio, recording | |
USB | USB Type-C, OTG |
Features | Sensors | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Battery | Type | 5750 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | 70W wired, 50% in 20 min, 100% in 49 min (advertised)15W wireless |
Misc | Colors | Blue, Green |