| Prices | Price (USD) | USD $350.00 USD |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Technology |
GSM / HSPA / LTE
|
| Launch | Announced | 2015, October. Released 2015, November |
| Status | Discontinued | |
| Body | Dimensions | 151.9 x 78.4 x 8.1 mm (5.98 x 3.09 x 0.32 in) |
| Weight | 165 g (5.82 oz) | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM | |
| Display | Type | AMOLED |
| Size | 5.7 inches, 88.5 cm2 (~74.3% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1440 x 2560 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~518 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 | |
| Features | ClearBlack display | |
| Platform | OS | Microsoft Windows 10 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm) | |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57) | |
| GPU | Adreno 430 | |
| Memory | Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 32GB 3GB RAM | |
| Features | eMMC 5.0 | |
| Main Camera | Single | 20 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/2.4", 1.12µm, AF, OIS |
| Features | Zeiss optics, triple-LED RGB flash, panorama, HDR | |
| Video | 4K@30fps, stereo sound rec., 1080p@30/60fps (after SW update) | |
| Selfie camera | Single | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Features | No | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes | |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1, A2DP | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | FM radio | |
| USB | USB Type-C 3.1 | |
| Features | Sensors | Iris scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, sensor core |
| Features | Microsoft Continuum support | |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion 3340 mAh, removable |
| Charging |
18W wired Wireless (Qi) (market dependent) |
|
| Stand-by | Up to 288 h (2G) / Up to 288 h (3G) | |
| Talk time | Up to 25 h (2G) / Up to 19 h (3G) | |
| Music play | Up to 75 h | |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White |
| Price | About 350 EUR | |
| Our Tests | Performance |
Basemark OS II 2.0: 1472 Basemark X: 32178 |
| Display | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal), 3.837 (sunlight) | |
| Camera | Photo / Video | |
| Loudspeaker | Voice 74dB / Noise 75dB / Ring 84dB | |
| Audio quality | Noise -91.6dB / Crosstalk -89.3dB | |
| Battery (old) | Endurance rating 62h |
Mini Review & Verdict
A smart summary of the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL
Advantages
- High-contrast AMOLED screen with punchy saturation and smooth motion
- Dependable daily multitasking and gaming stability powered by Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
- Convenient wireless charging capability for cord-free desk replenishment
- Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio
Disadvantages
- Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands
Arriving with an assertive focus on market competitiveness, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL enters the mobile landscape offering a compelling hardware package tailored to deliver maximum return on investment. The device commands visual attention through its modern AMOLED panel measuring 5.7 inches , which brings punchy saturation, deep blacks, and excellent dynamic range to a competitive tier.
At the engine room of the device, processing duties are commanded by the energetic Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm). This configuration provides ample headroom for fluid split-screen multitasking, responsive touch polling, and smooth graphical transitions across daily applications. Imaging requirements are addressed by an agile primary camera—centered on a 20MP primary sensor with optical image stabilization (OIS)—yielding clean, share-worthy captures with respectable dynamic range and accurate white balance.
Battery longevity is secured through a 3340mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds alongside wireless charging convenience to ensure users spend more time active and less time anchored to wall outlets. When evaluated against rival contemporaries, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL presents an undeniable value proposition that punches well above its weight class.
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