HMD Crest Max vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
The HMD Crest Max (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads — 80/100 vs 48/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,128,552 vs 628,581); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Crest Max doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Crest Max
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
What makes HMD Crest Max better?
- Lighter: 205g vs 218g
- Better portability (51/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3128552 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9760 vs 2318
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (88/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Crest Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra scores 32 points higher (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (88/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (81/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Crest Max | Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 3128552 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 9760 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 151 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.4×8.4 mm | 162.8×77.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 218 g | |
| Launch price | — | $1299 |
Camera comparison
HMD Crest Max
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
HMD Crest Max
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Crest Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:10 hrs, total 28:43 hrs
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Crest Max and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads HMD Crest Max by 79.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (92/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (88/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (81/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (51/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max by 32 points (80/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Crest Max and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The HMD Crest Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra — 80/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on camera score (81/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the HMD Crest Max over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.