HMD Global might be gearing up to launch its new smartphones— the HMD Crest 2, HMD Arc 2, and the HMD Bold. In fresh leaks, it is reported that these devices could be unveiled in the following weeks with upgraded chipsets and more RAM alternatives. The HMD Crest 2 should be the direct follow-up to the original HMD Crest that launched in India in July 2024 alongside the Crest Max 5G.
HMD Crest 2 chipset and RAM options emerge in a leak
According to a well-known tipster HMD_MEME’S (@smashx_60), the upcoming HMD Crest 2 will be equipped with the Unisoc T8300 5G chip. The phone may come in three RAM models: 4GB, 6GB, and 8GB. These improvements are successor-like upgrade points from the HMD Crest which had a Unisoc T760 5G chipset accompanied with 6GB of RAM and 128GB of onboard storage.
According to a recent Geekbench listing, the HMD Crest 2 recorded 741 and 2,258 points in the single-core and multi-core tests respectively. The listing, listed under model name HMD Global Accord also reveals 4GB RAM and Android 15. This further aligns with previous rumors that the HMD Crest 2 is coming close to being launched.
HMD Arc 2 and HMD Bold Also Coming
In addition to the HMD Crest 2, HMD is apparently preparing two other devices — HMD Arc 2 and HMD Bold. And those handsets have not-so-secret code names, at least if you believe this source, who lists them as “Sudoku” and “Mahuze.” There’s also a new Unisoc SC9863A chipset that’s expected to power the HMD Arc 2, a subtle upgrade from the original HMD Arc’s Unisoc 9863A SoC. The HMD Bold might be powered by a Unisoc T7200 or Unisoc T7250 SoC, if reports are to be believed.
HMD Bold may also feature 4GB and 6GB RAM variants. We don’t know anything yet about exactly what the updated specifications will be, but these gradual improvements are signs that we’re looking for budget-oriented, performance-improving upgrades.
HMD Crest Recap
For the record, the HMD Crest was introduced in India back in July 2024 carrying a price tag of 12,999 With the HMD Crest, decent specs at its price:
- 6.67-inch Full-HD+ OLED display
- 50MP dual rear (50 rear camera) front camera
- Unisoc T760 5G SoC
- 6GB RAM + 128GB storage
- Android 14 OS
- 5,000mAh battery with 33W charging.
Its heir, the HMD Crest 2, hopes to continue this trend of innovative interpretations of gimmicks with higher-end hardware and maybe even Android 15 at launch.
Final Thoughts
The next HMD Crest 2 is looking like it’s going to be better than nothing. TCL 10 C 5G Enter the TCL 10 C 5G with Unisoc T8300 5G that may pack at least 8GB RAM and possibly boot Android 15 and aim for the budget 5G lane yet again. The debut of HMD Arc 2 and HMD Bold suggests that HMD Global is also bringing its portfolio to cover the various price point segments.
Don’t forget to check back soon as more leaks and official information rolls in on the HMD Crest 2 and its cousins — all coming up to their rumoured release window.
