Microsoft Lumia 950 XL (2015) review

Microsoft announced the launch of the Lumia 950 XL smartphone in 2015. The manufacturer is offering the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL phone with 5.7 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 chipset, 3 GB of RAM and 32 GB of internal storage.

The Lumia 950 XL was launched with Microsoft Windows 10 pre-installed. The Lumia 950 XL features a high-end AMOLED screen. AMOLED screens are known for their vibrant and saturated colors. They offer a wide color gamut, allowing for more accurate and vivid color reproduction. This phone has only one rear-camera (20 MP, 4992 х 3744 px, autofocus, optical image stabilization) on its back for photos and videos. Some smartphones with multi-camera setups offer specialized features like macro photography, low-light capabilities, or advanced image stabilization. The Lumia 950 XL also features a 5 MP front-facing camera.

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL specifications

Body

The weight of the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL is 5.82 oz. It is still considered to be relatively lightweight and portable. The dimensions of this Microsoft smartphone are average (5.98 x 3.09 x 0.32 inch). For some people, larger smartphones are more comfortable to hold and easier to use, as they provide a larger display for watching videos, browsing the web, and using apps. A Nano SIM is a chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM). Nano SIM is the smallest SIM card size available and is currently the most widely used SIM card size in newer devices.

System

The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL comes with Microsoft Windows 10 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. The Lumia 950 XL utilizes Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 MSM8994 chipset. This octa-core CPU consists: Octa-core, Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53, Quad-core 2 GHz Cortex-A57. These eight cores make the work speed fast enough. The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL comes with Adreno 430 Graphics Processing Unit. The GPU is optimized for parallel processing and complex mathematical operations required for rendering and manipulating graphics. Adreno GPUs are widely used in smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices. These GPUs are known for their strong performance, power efficiency, and advanced graphics capabilities.

Display

The AMOLED display of Lumia 950 XL provides deep blacks, vibrant colors, fast response times, thin and flexible design possibilities, power efficiency, and features like Always-On Display. The 5.7 inch display make this smartphone pocket-friendly. The display size represents the diagonal distance from one corner of the screen to the opposite corner. Text will be easier to read, and videos will be more immersive on a larger display. This smartphone is multitouch capable. Multitouch is a feature in smartphones that allows for the detection and tracking of multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously. It enables users to interact with the device using more than one finger or touch input at the same time.

Memory

With 3 GB of RAM, a smartphone can run multiple apps simultaneously without experiencing any significant lag or slow performance. Having more RAM in a smartphone can provide benefits in terms of performance and multitasking. When you have more RAM, you can keep more apps and processes open in the background without slowing down the device. 32 GB of internal storage is generally considered to be the minimum amount of storage you would want in a smartphone. The Lumia 950 XL has 32 GB of internal storage. The memory of Microsoft Lumia 950 XL (3 GB) cannot be expanded, but the internal storage (32 GB) can be expanded with a compatible microSD card. A microSD card is a type of small, removable flash memory card used to store digital information.

Camera

This smartphone has only one camera on its back. If you have budget limitations or prioritize other features over a multi-camera system, this single camera setup can be a suitable choice. The autofocus is an important feature in this smartphone. Autofocus helps the camera to focus on a subject automatically, which ensures that the resulting photo or video is clear and sharp. The Lumia 950 XL offers optical image stabilization (OIS) for their rear camera systems. OIS helps reduce camera shake and blur by physically stabilizing the camera lens or sensor, resulting in sharper and clearer images and videos.

Connectivity

The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL supports 4G/LTE networks. 4G is the fourth generation of mobile phone technology. 4G provides faster data transfer speeds compared to previous generations. It offers peak download speeds ranging from 100 Mbps to 1 Gbps, depending on the specific network and implementation. The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi allows devices to connect to the network from anywhere within range of the wireless access point, making it easier to work or access the internet from different locations or on different devices.

The Lumia 950 XL smartphone is capable of connecting to Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth is a wireless communication technology that allows devices to connect and communicate with each other over short distances. The Lumia 950 XL has a GPS receiver. Many fitness and activity tracking apps rely on GPS to accurately measure and record outdoor activities such as running, cycling, hiking, or tracking routes.

The Lumia 950 XL comes with NFC (Near Field Communication) functionality. Near Field Communication (NFC) is a short-range wireless connectivity technology that makes life easier and more convenient for consumers around the world by making it simpler to make transactions, exchange digital content, and connect electronic devices with a touch. The Lumia 950 XL phone has built-in FM radio. The built-in FM Radio is great for listening to your favorite radio station.

The Lumia 950 XL has an USB Type-C port. USB Type-C is capable of supporting a range of different data transfer speeds and charging capabilities, depending on the specific implementation used by a particular device. The Lumia 950 XL smartphone has a 3.5 mm headphone jack. A 3.5 mm headphone jack is a small round port, that allows you to connect wired headphones or earphones to the device.

Battery

The Li-Ion 3340 mAh battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The Li-ion is a low maintenance battery which offers high energy, is lightweight and does not require periodic full discharge. The battery of Lumia 950 XL is removable. You can simply buy a new piece from the open market and interchange it easily by yourself.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer is a sensor that measures the tilting motion and orientation of the phone. When an object, such as your hand or face, comes close to the sensor of Lumia 950 XL, it triggers a response that can be used for specific functions or features. The Lumia 950 XL phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. Corning Gorilla Glass is designed to provide enhanced durability and resistance to scratches, impacts, and drops.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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