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 — 74/100 vs 48/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the HMD Crest Max has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 is faster in AnTuTu (2,827,538 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 (162g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Crest Max
Samsung Galaxy S26
What makes HMD Crest Max better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 31/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S26 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2827538 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 2880 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9100 vs 2318
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 162g vs 205g
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (77/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (89/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Crest Max vs the Samsung Galaxy S26, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 26 points higher (74/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 leads (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Crest Max leads (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the HMD Crest Max (81/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the HMD Crest Max (77/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the HMD Crest Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (89/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Crest Max | Samsung Galaxy S26 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Samsung Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 2827538 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 2880 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 9100 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 146 | |
| 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 | 128GB / 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 | 162 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
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
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Crest Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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 77.8% 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 (89/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the HMD Crest Max (81/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 notably outperforms the HMD Crest Max (77/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the HMD Crest Max notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (46/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (89/100 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 26 points (74/100 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 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on camera score (77/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Crest Max or the Samsung Galaxy S26?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (89/100 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.