The HMD Crest 5G is proof that mid-range doesn't have to mean compromise. Its 6.67-inch OLED display runs at Full HD+ resolution with a 90Hz refresh rate, giving you deep blacks and smooth scrolling that punch well above its price class. Available in refined Midnight Blue, Royal Pink, and Lush Lilac finishes, it doesn't look or feel like an entry-level device.
What sets the Crest apart, though, is HMD's DIY-repairable design — the screen, back cover, battery, and charging port can all be replaced without a technician. For anyone thinking about longevity and e-waste, that's a genuinely different proposition from most phones at this level, and it means the device you buy today can stay useful well beyond the usual upgrade cycle.
Camera-wise, a 50MP main sensor with a 2MP depth sensor handles everyday and portrait shots well, while the 50MP selfie camera adds gesture controls, AI portrait enhancement, and night mode — useful whether it's your daily phone or one you're setting up for a teenager or a member of staff. Under the hood, the Unisoc T760 (6nm) chipset with 6-8GB RAM handles everyday use, streaming, and light gaming smoothly, backed by a 5000mAh battery with 33W fast charging that comfortably covers a full day.
It runs clean, near-stock Android 14 — no bloatware, no ads — with 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. IP52 dust and splash resistance rounds out a phone that's as practical as it is well made.
Key Specifications
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.67" OLED, FHD+ 1080×2400, 90Hz, 395ppi |
| Chipset | Unisoc T760 (6nm), octa-core, Mali-G57 GPU |
| RAM / Storage | 6GB/128GB or 8GB/256GB (variant-dependent) |
| Rear camera | 50MP main + 2MP depth |
| Front camera | 50MP with gesture controls, AI portrait |
| Battery | 5000mAh, 33W fast charging, user-replaceable |
| OS | Android 14, near-stock, 2 years of security updates |
| Connectivity | 5G, Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS/Galileo, NFC |
| Ports | USB-C, 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Security | Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, face unlock |
| Durability | IP52 dust/splash resistance |
| Repairability | User-replaceable screen, back cover, battery, charging port |
| Audio | OZO Audio, dual microphones |
| Weight | 205g |
| Colors | Midnight Blue, Royal Pink, Lush Lilac |
Key Features (bullet list)
- 6.67" OLED display, 90Hz refresh rate
- DIY-repairable — replace screen, battery, back cover, charging port yourself
- 50MP selfie camera with gesture controls and AI portrait
- 5G connectivity with wide band support
- Clean Android 14, no bloatware
- 5000mAh battery, 33W fast charging
- IP52 dust and splash resistant
HMD designed the Crest so the screen, battery, back cover, and charging port can be replaced without specialist tools or a repair shop visit, extending the phone's usable life.
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