HMD Crest 5G vs Lava Virat V1 Pro 5G
₹500 apart. Here is what actually separates them.
Which one should you buy?
The Crest 5G starts ₹500 lower: ₹14,499 against ₹14,999 for the Virat V1 Pro 5G.
- The Virat V1 Pro 5G has the bigger battery: 6,000 mAh against 5,000 mAh. The Crest 5G charges faster, though: 33W against 18W.
- The Crest 5G has the better screen on paper: sharper (FHD+ against HD+).
- The Virat V1 Pro 5G is better sealed against dust and water: IP64 against IP52.
Get the Crest 5G for faster charging and the sharper screen. Get the Virat V1 Pro 5G for the bigger battery and better water protection.
Every spec, lined up
Spec score
Display
Performance
Camera
Battery
Build and connectivity
Availability
Versions and prices
- 6GB + 128GB₹14,499
- 6GB + 128GB₹14,999
Prices in India as we last checked them. Sales and bank offers change them often, so check before you buy.
Crest 5G vs Virat V1 Pro 5G, answered
In India, the HMD Crest 5G starts at ₹14,499 and the Lava Virat V1 Pro 5G starts at ₹14,999.
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Which is cheaper, the Crest 5G or the Virat V1 Pro 5G?
The Crest 5G, by ₹500. Starting prices: ₹14,499 for the Crest 5G, ₹14,999 for the Virat V1 Pro 5G.
Which has the bigger battery, the Crest 5G or the Virat V1 Pro 5G?
The Virat V1 Pro 5G, with 6,000 mAh to 5,000 mAh. For charging, the Crest 5G is quicker: 33W to 18W. Battery life also depends on the chip and the software, so treat these as a starting point.
Which has the better display?
On paper they are close. The Crest 5G has a 6.67-inch OLED, the Virat V1 Pro 5G a 6.75-inch screen at 120Hz.
Which has the better camera?
The main cameras are 50MP main on the Crest 5G and 50MP main on the Virat V1 Pro 5G. A spec sheet can't show how the photos look, so read a review before you decide on the camera alone.
Which processors do they use?
The Crest 5G runs the Unisoc T760, the Virat V1 Pro 5G the Unisoc T8200.
Which is better protected against water?
The Virat V1 Pro 5G, rated IP64 to the Crest 5G's IP52. Still, no phone is fully waterproof, so keep them out of the pool.
Which is lighter?
They weigh about the same: 205 g and 207 g.
