Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Specs, review, opinions, comparisons

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Microsoft Lumia 950 XL Top Specs

Release Date: 2015, October
Dimensions: 151.9 x 78.4 x 8.1 mm
Weight: 165 g
Screen: 5.7", AMOLED
Main Camera: Single, 20 MP
Selfi Camera: Single, 5 MP
Memory: 32 GB, 3 GB RAM
CPU:
Battery: 3340 mAh
Sensors: Iris scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, sensor core

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Technical specifications

General specs
Brand and model	Microsoft Lumia 950 XL
Release date	2015, October
Dimensions (HxWxD)	151.9 x 78.4 x 8.1 mm \| 5.98 x 3.09 x 0.32 in
Weight	165 g \| 5.82 oz
Colors	Black, White
Battery	3340 mAh, Removable Li-Ion
Battery life
Stand by time- Up to 288 h (2G) / Up to 288 h (3G) Talking time- Up to 25 h (2G) / Up to 19 h (3G) Music play - Up to 75 h
Approximate price	350 EUR

Screen
Technology	AMOLED
Touchscreen	capacitive touchscreen
Display colors	16M
Screen size	5.7" inc
Screen area	88.5 cm²
Screen format	16:9 (height:width)
Screen to body ratio	74.3%
Screen resolution	1440 x 2560 px
PPI /points per inch/	518 PPI
Screen protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 4
Other	- ClearBlack display

Camera and Video
Rear camera, main	20 MP, Single
Camera specs
-20 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/2.4'', 1.12µm, OIS, AF
Functions	Zeiss optics, triple-LED RGB flash, panorama, HDR
Video	2160p@30fps, stereo sound rec., 1080p@30/60fps (after SW update)
Front camera, selfie	5 MP, Single
Specifications	5 MP, f/2.4
Video	1080p@30fps

Performance
Operating system OS	Microsoft Windows 10
Chipset	- Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
Processor CPU
- Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57)
Graphics processor GPU	- Adreno 430
External memory	microSD, up to 256 GB (dedicated slot)
Internal memory	32 GB, 3 GB RAM
Antutu 7 score	93256

Communication and Connectivity
SIM card	Nano-SIM
Network	GSM / HSPA / LTE
Show all network frequencies:
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A Cat6 300/50 Mbps
GPRS	Yes
Edge	Yes
Wi-Fi	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
GPS	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC	Yes
USB	3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector
Bluetooth	4.1, A2DP

Music and Audio
Radio	FM radio
Headphone jack	Yes
Others
- Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic

Other features
- Sensors - Iris scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, sensor core - Microsoft Continuum support -Qi wireless charging (market dependent) -Fast charging

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Microsoft Lumia 950 XL cost?

The base approximate price of the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL was around 350 EUR after it was officially announced. At this point, the price may be lower.

What is the release date for Microsoft Lumia 950 XL ?

The official release date is 2015, October.

What is the weight of Microsoft Lumia 950 XL ?

The weight of the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL is 165 g.

What is the screen size of Microsoft Lumia 950 XL, how big is?

The screen size of the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL is 5.7" inches.

What are the dimensions of the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL, what are the sizes ?

The size of the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL is 151.9 x 78.4 x 8.1 mm (HxWxD).

Does Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support 5G?

No, it does not support 5G

Is Microsoft Lumia 950 XL waterproof?

No, it is not waterproof.

Does Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have fast charging?

Yes, it supports fast charging.

Does Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have wireless charging?

Yes, it supports wireless charging.

Does Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have Google Play Services? ?

Yes, it supports Google gmail, youtube, etc.

How many cameras does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have?

There is Single main camera and Single selfi camera.

How to turn on Microsoft Lumia 950 XL ?

To turn on the phone, press and hold the power key until the logo appears on the screen, then release the key. If the phone does not turn on after a few seconds, connect the charger and try again in a minute.

How to turn off Microsoft Lumia 950 XL ?

To turn off the phone, press and hold the power button until the power icon appears, then tap the power icon.

How to restart Microsoft Lumia 950 XL ?

To restart the phone, press and hold the volume down key and the power key at the same time until the logo appears on the screen, then release them. This may take up to 30 seconds.

How to take a screenshot on Microsoft Lumia 950 XL ?

To take a screenshot, press and release the volume down button and the power button at the same time. A thumbnail of the screenshot will appear immediately after that.