HMD Crest Max vs Samsung Galaxy S26+
The HMD Crest Max (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, while the Samsung Galaxy S26+ (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads — 70/100 vs 48/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the HMD Crest Max has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4900); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,126 vs 628,581); the Samsung Galaxy S26+ has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Crest Max doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is noticeably lighter (190g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Crest Max
Samsung Galaxy S26+
What makes HMD Crest Max better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4900 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26+ better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161126 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 2900 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9200 vs 2318
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 205g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Crest Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26+, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ scores 22 points higher (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max leads (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the HMD Crest Max (72/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Crest Max | Samsung Galaxy S26+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 3161126 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 2900 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 9200 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.4×None mm | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
HMD Crest Max
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
HMD Crest Max
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Crest Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Crest Max and Samsung Galaxy S26+, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads HMD Crest Max by 80.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (89/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a bit better (54/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ notably outperforms the HMD Crest Max (72/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max by 22 points (70/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Crest Max and the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HMD Crest Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Samsung Galaxy S26+ — 70/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The HMD Crest Max leads on camera score (50/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the HMD Crest Max over the Samsung Galaxy S26+?
The Samsung Galaxy S26+ is a better fit for gamers and power users.