MICROSOFT LUMIA 950 XL REVIEW

Hardware-wise, the Lumia 950XL has a lot going on for it. Windows 10 Mobile has also evolved into a well-rounded mobile OS and the prospects for its app eco system are brighter than ever, now that the long awaited universal apps will bring some cross-platform sharing of applications with desktop computers. Windows Continuum is another unique proposition, while Windows Hello is among the first iris-scanner based mobile authentication solutions. But before we get any further into that, here's our cheat sheet of the main specs points.
Windows 10 Mobile with Continuum support (via dock, HDMI adapter or Miracast), Display Dock is bundled in some markets

KEY FEATURES

5.7" Quad HD AMOLED display of 518ppi, ClearBlack technology, Glance Screen; Gorilla Glass 4
Snapdragon 810 with liquid cooling: octa-core processor with 4x 2.0GHz Cortex-A57 and 4x 1.5GHz Cortex -A53, Adreno 430 GPU, 3GB of RAM
20MP BSI PureView camera sensor, ZEISS optics, optical image stabilization, tri-LED RGB flash, Rich Capture, RAW capture, Dynamic Flash, lossless zoom in the 8MP snaps, 50MP panoramic shots
2160p video recording @30, 25 and 24 fps, 1080p video recording @ 60, 30, 25 and 24 fps; slow-mo capturing; Rich Audio Recording with four-directional microphones, lossless zoom in 1080p (3x) and 720p (4x) videos.
5MP front-facing camera with 1080p@30fps video recording
32GB of built-in storage; expandable via a microSD slot
Cat. 6 LTE (300/50Mbps); Dual SIM; Wi-Fi a/b/g/n/ac; Bluetooth 4.1; GPS/GLONASS/Beidou; FM radio; USB Type-C port
Windows Hello user recognition with iris scanner
Active noise cancellation via dedicated mics
3,340mAh battery with wireless charging (market-dependent)
Main disadvantages
Expensive at launch

No fingerprint reader (the lack is offset by the iris recognition)

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL

With a stunning 5.7” Quad HD display and a powerful octa-core processor, it’s the Lumia you’ve been waiting for. Get the phone that works like your PC and push the limits of what’s possible.

Apps, games, and music are in one place with the brand new Windows Store and Cortana sends helpful reminders to all your Windows 10 devices. Office apps are easy to use on any screen size and Outlook Mail has the same rich editing tools as Microsoft Word. From Excel to entertainment, Windows 10 keeps your digital life in sync across devices.

Superior performance

With an octa-core processor and a 5.7” Quad HD display, it’s the most powerful phone we’ve ever built. With USB-C Fast Charging, an extra-large battery, and wireless charging, it’s pure power that’s easy to charge. Demanding apps, serious games, and the creativity tools you love – get a Lumia 950 XL and discover exciting new ways to do great things.2

The moments you want to remember happen so fast. That’s why we designed a 20 MP sensor that automatically reduces motion blur for sharper, more detailed photos. And with unique features like triple LED natural flash and Rich Capture auto mode, challenging lighting conditions won’t stop you from turning magic moments into precious memories.1