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Microsoft Lumia 950 XL

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL

৳33,700.00
Brand: Microsoft
Category: Smartphones
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Released: 2015, November
OS: Microsoft Windows 10
Display: 5.7" 1440x2560 pixels
Camera: 20MP 2160p
RAM: 3GB RAM Snapdragon 810
Battery: 3300mAh Li-Ion

Full Specifications and Price in Bangladesh

General Info

Announced	2015, October
Status	Discontinued
Brand	Microsoft
Model	Microsoft Lumia 950 XL
Color	Black, White
Made by	USA
Price	BDT. 33,700

Network

Technology	GSM / HSPA / LTE
2G Bands	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G Bands	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 28, 38, 40 - EMEA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 - USA
5G Bands	N/A
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A Cat6 300/50 Mbps
GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.
EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection.

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)
Build	Glass front
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	Nano-SIM

Display

Type Design Type called form factor refers to a mobile phone's size, shape, and style as well as the layout and position of major components of phone. There are three major form factors seen in mobile phones => bar phones, folding phones and sliding phones.	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)
Refresh Rate	60 Hz
Protection	Corning Gorilla Glass 4 ClearBlack display
Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality.	518 ppi density
Multitouch
Features	MP3/WAV/eAAC+ player MP4/H.265 player OneDrive (15 GB cloud storage) Document viewer Video/photo editor

Platform

Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device.	Microsoft Windows 10
Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming.	Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone.	Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion.	Adreno 430

Memory

Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras.	Micro SDXC (dedicated slot)
RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices.	3GB
Internal Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored.	32GB

Main Camera

Camera Resolution	20 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/2.4", 1.12µm, AF, OIS
Camera Features	Zeiss optics, triple-LED RGB flash, panorama, HDR
Video Resolution	4K@30fps, stereo sound rec., 1080p@30/60fps (after SW update)

Selfie Camera

Camera Resolution	5 MP, f/2.4
Camera Features	Zeiss optics, triple-LED RGB flash, panorama, HDR
Video Resolution	1080p@30fps

Sound

Alert Types	Vibration; MP3, WAV ringtones
Loudspeaker	Yes
Audio Jack

Connectivity

WLAN	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices.	4.1, A2DP
GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky.	Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.
Infrared port
FM Radio
USB	3.1, Type-C 1.0 reversible connector

Features

Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device.	Iris scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, sensor core
Messaging	SMS(threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email, IM
Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages.	HTML5
Java

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.	Removable Li-Ion
Battery Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions.	3340 mAh battery
Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device.	Fast charging
Fast Charging
Wireless Charging

Our Rating

The overall rating is based on review by our experts

Design 5 / 10
Display 5 / 10
Camera 5 / 10
Connectivity 5 / 10
Features 5 / 10
Performance 5 / 10
Battery 5 / 10
Usability 5 / 10

Microsoft Lumia 950 XL: Overview

The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL was launched as a flagship smartphone, featuring a 5.7-inch Quad HD AMOLED display that offers vibrant colours and excellent clarity. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor and 3GB of RAM, the Lumia 950 XL provides solid performance for multitasking, media consumption, and productivity tasks.

The device runs on Windows 10 Mobile, offering a unique experience with features like Continuum, which allows the phone to be used as a PC when connected to a larger screen. The 20MP rear camera, equipped with Carl Zeiss optics and OIS, delivers high-quality photos and videos, making it one of the highlights of this device. The Lumia 950 XL also includes a 3340mAh removable battery, which supports fast and wireless charging.

Price in Bangladesh: The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL is priced at approximately BDT 33,700 to BDT 35,000, depending on its condition and availability, as it is now an older model.

Pro and Cons

Pros:

Excellent Display: The 5.7-inch Quad HD AMOLED display provides stunning visuals with vibrant colours and deep blacks.
High-Quality Camera: The 20MP rear camera with Carl Zeiss optics offers excellent photo and video quality, even in low-light conditions.
Unique Windows 10 Mobile Experience: The Lumia 950 XL offers a different smartphone experience with features like Continuum, making it versatile for productivity.
Expandable Storage: The phone supports microSD cards, allowing users to expand the storage to 200GB.
Removable Battery: The 3340mAh battery is removable, allowing users to replace it quickly and supports fast and wireless charging.

Cons:

Limited App Ecosystem: The Windows 10 Mobile platform has a limited app selection compared to Android and iOS.
Overheating Issues: The Snapdragon 810 processor is known for overheating, which can affect performance during intensive tasks.
Discontinued Software Support: Microsoft has discontinued support for Windows 10 Mobile, meaning no future updates or security patches.
Bulky Design: The Lumia 950 XL is slightly more cumbersome than other flagship smartphones, which might appeal to only some.

FAQs

Q: What operating system does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL run?

A: The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL runs on Windows 10 Mobile.

Q: Can the storage be expanded on the Lumia 950 XL?

A: Yes, the Lumia 950 XL supports microSD cards, allowing storage expansion up to 200GB.

Q: Does the Lumia 950 XL support fast charging?

A: Yes, the Lumia 950 XL supports fast and wireless charging.

Q: Is the Lumia 950 XL battery removable?

A: Yes, the Lumia 950 XL has a removable 3340mAh battery.

Reason to Buy

Brilliant Display: The 5.7-inch Quad HD AMOLED screen offers a stunning visual experience, perfect for media consumption and gaming.
Top-Tier Camera: The 20MP camera with Carl Zeiss optics and OIS is ideal for photography enthusiasts who want high-quality images and videos.
Windows 10 Mobile Features: Unique features like Continuum make the Lumia 950 XL versatile for productivity and multitasking.
Expandable Storage and Removable Battery: Expanding storage and replacing the battery quickly improves the device’s longevity and flexibility.
Affordable Flagship Experience: Despite being an older model, the Lumia 950 XL offers flagship features at a lower price, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate the Windows mobile ecosystem.

The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL is a solid choice for users who want a powerful camera, excellent display, and a unique mobile experience. However, the limited app ecosystem and discontinued software support may be drawbacks for some.