Microsoft Lumia 950 XL The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL is a balanced everyday device, powered by the Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm), suited to light-to-moderate use (2015).
2015 · Lower-mid-range · Microsoft Windows 10 ⓘ Grades compare this device against others in its own market segment (Mid-range), not against every device on the site.
⚡ Quick Specs
Size 5.7" · 151.9 x 78.4 x 8.1 mm (5.98 x 3.09 x 0.32 in)
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
RAM 3GB
Storage 32GB
Main Camera 20 MP · Zeiss optics
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✓︎ Pros
✓ Razor-sharp 518 PPI display — text and images look crisp
✓ 5.7" OLED/AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colours
✓ Lightweight at 165g — easy to carry
✓ 3.5mm headphone jack for wired audio without adapters
⊗ Cons
✗ Smaller 3,340 mAh battery — may need midday charging
✗ Basic Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm) for simple tasks only
✗ Only 3GB RAM — apps may reload frequently
⚠️ Not ideal for
Heavy usage days Gaming Multitasking Multitasking
ℹ️ Overview
Announced
2015, October. Released 2015, November
⚙️ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 (20 nm)
Entry-level — basic tasks only
CPU
Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57)
RAM
3GB
Apps may reload frequently
💻 Display
Sharpness
518 ppi
Razor-sharp — text is crystal clear
Panel
AMOLED
OLED: perfect blacks, vivid colours, power-efficient
📷 Camera
Main Camera
20 MP
Capable for everyday photos
Main Video
4K@30fps, stereo sound rec., 1080p@30/60fps (after SW update)
Main Camera Features
Zeiss optics, triple-LED RGB flash, panorama, HDR
🔋 Battery
Capacity
3,340 mAh
May need midday charging with heavy use
Type
Li-Ion 3340 mAh, removable
Charging
18W wired Wireless (Qi) (market dependent)
📱 Design & Build
Weight
165g
Balanced size and weight
Dimensions
151.9 x 78.4 x 8.1 mm (5.98 x 3.09 x 0.32 in)
Sensors
Iris scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer, sensor core
📶 Network
Speed
HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat6 300/50 Mbps
2G Bands
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G Bands
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
📡 Connectivity
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support 5G?› No, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL does not support 5G — it supports GSM / HSPA / LTE.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have NFC?› Yes, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL has NFC for contactless payments and pairing.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support wireless charging?› Yes, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL supports wireless charging (18W wired Wireless (Qi) (market dependent)).
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support reverse wireless charging?› No reverse wireless charging mentioned for the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support fast charging?› Yes, up to 18W (18W wired Wireless (Qi) (market dependent)).
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have expandable storage?› Yes, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL supports microSDXC expandable storage.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support dual SIM?› The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL SIM configuration: Nano-SIM.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have a headphone jack?› Yes, the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL have stereo speakers?› Speaker setup: Yes.
What type of USB port does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL use?› The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL uses USB Type-C 3.1.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support Wi-Fi 7?› The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL supports Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, hotspot.
Does the Microsoft Lumia 950 XL support Bluetooth LE Audio?› The Microsoft Lumia 950 XL has 4.1, A2DP.
