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Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£530RAM capacity:3 GBInternal storage:32 GBScreen size:5.2 inchesMain camera megapixels:20 MP

Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB)
5.9/10

Overall score

Score
5.9/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Score components

90%

5.7

Technical score

10%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 80% of smartphones
6.5

Value for money

Value for money
6.5/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

â–¼Worse than 95%
5.7

Technical score

Technical score
5.7/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components

25%

4.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.6

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

4.5

Battery

10%

6.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

2.8

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

â–¼Worse than 82%
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–¼Worse than 77%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB)

Technical score
Technical score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Score components:

25%

4.6

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.6

Camera

15%

6.8

Display

15%

4.5

Battery

10%

6.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

2.8

Audio

3%

7.2

Design

5.7
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Score components

70%

7.8

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 72% of models
Popularity:
Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) has a popularity of 7.7 points, which is higher than 72% of smartphones.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 95% of models
Score components:

70%

5.9

Overall score

30%

7.7

Price

6.5
Brand name
Microsoft
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992 processor model which is slower than processors in 99.3% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
3 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 3 GB which is smaller than the RAM capacity of 96.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Internal storage
32 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 32 GB which is smaller than the storage of 97.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
1.82 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 1.82 GHz which is lower than the boost speed of 92.9% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Windows
This smartphone uses the Windows operating system. 0% of smartphones use a different operating system.
Windows 10 Mobile
Android version
?
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
no
This smartphone does not use an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
no
This smartphone does not include a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
20 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 20 MP which is lower than that of 85.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 which is narrower than that of 90.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
25.1 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 25.1 mm² which is smaller than the main camera sensor area of 71.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
1.12 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 1.12 µm which is larger than in 78.2% of smartphones and equal to the size in 5.6% of smartphones.
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
no
This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
5.2 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 5.2 inches which is smaller than the screens of 98.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 0.3% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1440x 2560 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1440x2560 px which is higher than that of 89.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.8% of smartphones.
Pixel density
564 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 564 ppi which is higher than that of 99% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
?
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Battery capacity
3,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 3,000 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 97.5% of smartphones and equal to those in 1.1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
18 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 18 W which is slower than in 76% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 11.7% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
?
Wireless charging
yes
This smartphone supports wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
no
This smartphone does not include stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
yes
This smartphone includes a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
4
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 4 microphones, which is more than in 96.9% of smartphones and equal to the number in 3.1% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
145 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 145 mm which is shorter than 98.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.1% of smartphones.
Width
73.2 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.2 mm which is narrower than 89% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.6% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.2 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.2 mm which is thinner than 51.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 6.1% of smartphones.
Weight
150 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 150 g which is lighter than 98.6% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.1% of smartphones.
Device volume
84,680 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 84,680 cm³ which is smaller than 85.1% of smartphones.
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Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 42.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (564 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    564 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • 2 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (3 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    3 vs 1
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • 41.1% more popular
    Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.68 vs 5.4).
    7.68 vs 5.44
  • Supports desktop mode
    This smartphone includes desktop mode, the average smartphone does not. 9.4% of smartphones support desktop functionality.
  • Supports fast boot
    This smartphone supports fast boot, the average smartphone does not. 22.6% of smartphones include fast boot capabilities.
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 0.32 µm larger main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a larger main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (1.1 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average pixel size is 0.8 µm.
    1.12 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 2 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (3 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    3 vs 1
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Has an RGB LED flash
    This smartphone features an RGB LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 3.9% of smartphones include RGB flash.
  • Newer USB version
    This smartphone supports a newer USB version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 2). The average version is USB 2.0.
    3.1 vs 2.0
  • Has a barometer
    This smartphone features a barometer, the average smartphone does not. 19.9% of smartphones include a barometer.
  • Has an iris scanner
    This smartphone features an iris scanner, the average smartphone does not. 0.7% of smartphones include iris recognition.
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • 1 more external displays supported
    This smartphone supports more external displays than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone supports 1 external displays.
    2 vs 1
  • 42.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (564 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    564 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1440x2560 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • Supports wireless charging
    This smartphone supports wireless charging, the average smartphone does not. 25.2% of smartphones are wireless charging compatible.
  • 2 more microphone/s
    This smartphone has more microphones than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 microphones.
    4 vs 2
  • Has a 3.5 mm headphone jack
    This smartphone features a 3.5 mm headphone jack, the average smartphone does not. 45.5% of smartphones include a standard headphone jack.
  • 23.5% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (150 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    150 g vs 196.2 g
  • 18.6 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (145 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    145 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 2.8 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.2 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.2 mm vs 76 mm
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (48 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    48 vs 99.5
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • 3.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (20 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    20 nm vs 6 nm
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 8 GB
  • 13.4% worse value for money
    Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) has worse value for money than the average smartphone (6.47 vs 7.3).
    6.47 vs 7.34
  • 2.04x more expensive
    Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) is more expensive than the average smartphone (£530 vs £260).
    £530 vs £260
  • 3.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    Microsoft Lumia 950
    the average smartphone
    Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB) has a lower user score than the average smartphone (7.74 vs 8.000).
    7.74 vs 8
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • 87.5% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (32 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    32 GB vs 256 GB
  • 3.33x larger process node
    This smartphone is manufactured on a larger process node than the average smartphone (20 nm vs 6 nm). The average smartphone uses a 6 nm process.
    20 nm vs 6 nm
  • 36.8% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (600 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    600 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 5 GB less RAM
    This smartphone has less RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 8 GB). The average smartphone has 8 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 8 GB
  • 78.6% lower maximum RAM capacity
    This smartphone supports less maximum RAM than the average smartphone (3 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB of RAM.
    3 GB vs 14 GB
  • 74.4% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (241 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    241 vs 942
  • 24.2% lower CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (1.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    1.82 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • 66.1% slower memory speed
    This smartphone has a lower memory speed than the average smartphone (933 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone has a memory speed of 2750 MHz.
    933 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • 76.3% lower PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone has a lower PassMark score than the average smartphone (1,041 vs 4,389). The average smartphone scores 4,389 in PassMark.
    1,041 vs 4,389
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This smartphone supports fewer CPU threads than the average smartphone (6 vs 8). The average smartphone supports 8 threads.
    6 vs 8
  • Supports older OpenGL ES version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenGL ES version than the average smartphone (3.1 vs 3.2). The average smartphone supports OpenGL ES version 3.2.
    3.1 vs 3.2
  • Supports older OpenCL version
    This smartphone supports a lower OpenCL version than the average smartphone (1.2 vs 2). The average smartphone supports OpenCL version 2.0.
    1.2 vs 2.0
  • Older DDR memory version
    This smartphone uses an older DDR memory version than the average smartphone (3 vs 4). The average smartphone uses DDR version 4.
    3 vs 4
  • Lower CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a lower CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (6x1.82 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    6x1.82 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks focus mode
    This smartphone does not have a focus mode, the average smartphone does. 60.4% of smartphones include a dedicated focus mode.
  • No Wi-Fi password sharing
    This smartphone does not support Wi-Fi password sharing, the average smartphone does. 57.9% of smartphones allow easy Wi-Fi sharing.
  • No battery health monitoring
    This smartphone lacks battery health monitoring, the average smartphone includes it. 66.3% of smartphones provide battery health stats.
  • Does not allow app offloading
    This smartphone does not support app offloading, the average smartphone does. 51.9% of smartphones support app offloading to save space.
  • Lacks instant markup
    This smartphone does not support instant markup, the average smartphone does. 52.2% of smartphones include instant markup tools.
  • No scrolling screenshot support
    This smartphone does not support scrolling screenshots, the average smartphone does. 81.1% of smartphones allow scrolling screenshots.
  • No dynamic theme support
    This smartphone does not support dynamic themes, the average smartphone does. 81.9% of smartphones support dynamic theming.
  • Lacks extra dim mode
    This smartphone does not have extra dim mode, the average smartphone does. 82.5% of smartphones offer extra dimming features.
  • Runs closed-source/proprietary OS only
    This smartphone does not use an open-source OS, the average smartphone does. 94.6% of smartphones use open-source systems.
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Single-lens main camera
    This smartphone has a single-lens main camera, while the average smartphone has a multi-lens setup. 93.7% of smartphones use multiple lenses.
  • Lower-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a lower-resolution main camera than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone has a 50 MP & 8 MP main camera.
    20 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Lower front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has lower front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (5 MP vs 16 MP). The average smartphone has a 16 MP front camera.
    5 MP vs 16 MP
  • 21.6% smaller main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (25.1 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average smartphone sensor area is 32 mm².
    25.1 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.4 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.4 vs f/2.2
  • No 5G connectivity
    This smartphone does not support 5G connectivity, the average smartphone does. 66.9% of smartphones are 5G compatible.
  • Older Bluetooth version
    This smartphone uses an older Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (4.1 vs 5.2). The average smartphone uses Bluetooth 5.2.
    4.1 vs 5.2
  • No fingerprint scanner
    This smartphone does not have a fingerprint scanner, the average smartphone does. 96.4% of smartphones include a fingerprint scanner.
  • 1.47 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (5.2 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    5.2 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 265.5 nits lower GSMArena max display brightness
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena max display brightness than the average smartphone (628 nits vs 893.5 nits). The average smartphone scores 893.5 nits.
    628 nits vs 893.5 nits
  • Worse display glass type
    This smartphone uses a worse display glass type than the average smartphone (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5). 0.00% of smartphones use the better glass type.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass 5
  • Lower GSMArena battery endurance score
    This smartphone has a lower GSMArena battery endurance score than the average smartphone (48 vs 99.5). The average smartphone scores 99.5.
    48 vs 99.5
  • 40% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (3000 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    3,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • 75% slower wireless charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower wireless charging speed than the average smartphone (5 W vs 20 W). The average smartphone wireless charging speed is 20 W.
    5 W vs 20 W
  • 45.5% slower charging speed
    This smartphone has a slower charging speed than the average smartphone (18 W vs 33 W). The average smartphone charges at 33 W.
    18 W vs 33 W
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • No stereo speakers
    This smartphone does not have stereo speakers, the average smartphone does. 64.4% of smartphones feature stereo speakers.
  • No LDAC support
    This smartphone does not support LDAC, the average smartphone does. 60.3% of smartphones support LDAC.
  • No aptX HD
    This smartphone does not support aptX HD, the average smartphone does. 50.7% of smartphones support aptX HD.
  • 9 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2015 vs 2024). 9.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    November 2015
    2015 vs 2024

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pcwelt.de
22/12/2015
Summary of the review
Microsoft Lumia 950 Review - PC-WELT
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curved.de
23/01/2023
Summary of the review
Microsoft Lumia 950 im Test: das Windows-Flaggschiffchen
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netzwelt.de
14/12/2015
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Microsoft Lumia 950 Review: A Pocket-Sized Laptop
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03/12/2015
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09/12/2015
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What we like about Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB)

  • High-quality 20MP PureView camera with optical image stabilization and 4K video support
  • Sharp 5.2-inch QHD AMOLED display with deep blacks and vibrant colors
  • Innovative Continuum feature allows the phone to function like a desktop PC when docked
  • Functional design features including a user-replaceable battery and microSD expansion
  • Quick charging via USB-C and support for Qi wireless charging
  • Windows Hello iris recognition for biometric security
  • Strong productivity integration with the Windows 10 ecosystem and Microsoft Office

What we don't like about Microsoft Lumia 950 (3GB + 32GB)

  • Significant 'app gap' with many popular third-party applications missing compared to iOS and Android
  • Uninspired, plasticky build quality that feels less premium than competitors
  • Windows 10 Mobile software often feels buggy, unpolished, or unstable
  • Iris scanner can be slow and unreliable compared to traditional fingerprint readers
  • Propensity for the device to run hot during intensive tasks or extended use
  • Battery life is generally considered average or mediocre for a flagship device
  • Continuum feature can be buggy and requires additional, often expensive, hardware

Verdict

The Microsoft Lumia 950 was a flagship Windows 10 Mobile smartphone featuring a 5.2-inch QHD AMOLED display and was powered by a hexa-core Snapdragon 808 processor, paired with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of internal storage (expandable via microSD). Its key pros included a versatile 20MP PureView rear camera with triple-LED flash, a removable 3000mAh battery, and support for the innovative Continuum feature, which allowed users to connect the phone to a monitor and use it like a desktop PC. However, main cons were the nascent state of the Windows 10 Mobile app ecosystem and the device's plastic build quality.

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