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Side-by-side cruise ship comparison · Updated April 2026
Oberoi Philae is the significantly larger vessel at 4,500 GT — 44% more than National Geographic Quest's 3,135 GT. Oberoi Philae offers more personal space with a space ratio of 102.3 GT per passenger versus 31.4. Built in 2017, National Geographic Quest is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
Score: 4 – 3
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Category
National Geographic Quest
Oberoi Philae
Size
3,135 GT
4,500 GT
Passengers
100
44
Year Built
2017
2015
Crew Ratio
1:1.9
1:0.8
Space Ratio
31.4
102.3
Decks
—
—
Length
73m
72m
From Price
$8,781/pp
$10,240/pp
Comparison Verdict
Oberoi Philae is the significantly larger vessel at 4,500 GT — 44% more than National Geographic Quest's 3,135 GT. Oberoi Philae offers more personal space with a space ratio of 102.3 GT per passenger versus 31.4. Built in 2017, National Geographic Quest is 2 years newer — an advantage for travellers seeking modern amenities and design.
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Size | Oberoi Philae |
| Capacity | National Geographic Quest |
| Modernity | National Geographic Quest |
| Service | Oberoi Philae |
| Spaciousness | Oberoi Philae |
| Decks | Tie |
| Length | National Geographic Quest |
| Fleet Power | National Geographic Quest |
Bottom line: National Geographic Quest leads 4–3 across our categories — strongest in Capacity. Choose National Geographic Quest for overall superiority; pick Oberoi Philae if its strengths matter more to you.
Which Ship Is Right for You?
Choose National Geographic Quest if...
- You want the newer ship (built 2017, 2yr newer)
- More onboard variety (100 guests)
- Save $1,459/person on sailings
Choose Oberoi Philae if...
- Size matters to you (4,500 GT)
- Better service ratio (0.8:1 crew ratio)
- More space per guest (102.3 GT/pax)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the comparison score calculated?
We compute scores across 8 categories using real spec data — gross tonnage, passenger capacity, crew capacity, year built, length, deck count, space ratio, and fleet power. Each category awards one point to the winning ship.
What is the space ratio and why does it matter?
Space ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity. A higher number means more space per guest. Luxury lines typically score above 40; mass-market ships often fall in the 30-40 range.
What does the passenger-to-crew ratio mean?
Passengers per crew member. Lower is better — more staff per guest means better service. Luxury lines aim below 2:1; large mainstream ships may be 3-4:1.
Are the prices shown accurate?
Prices are sourced from Cruisebound and reflect real-time availability. They may change based on cabin type, date, and demand. Click through to see the latest fares.
Can I compare more than two ships?
Yes — up to four ships. Use the search tool on the compare hub page to add additional ships.
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