HMD Crest Max vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The HMD Crest Max (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 48/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 628,581); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Crest Max doesn't; the HMD Crest Max is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Crest Max
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes HMD Crest Max better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 225g
- Better camera (50/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Crest Max vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 28 points higher (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max leads (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (99/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (99/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (50/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Crest Max | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×76.4×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
HMD Crest Max
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
HMD Crest Max
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Crest Max
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared HMD Crest Max and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads HMD Crest Max by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (99/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (99/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the HMD Crest Max notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (50/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Crest Max is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Crest Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the HMD Crest Max by 28 points (76/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Crest Max and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The HMD Crest Max has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Crest Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The HMD Crest Max leads on camera score (50/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the HMD Crest Max or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the HMD Crest Max over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.