Overall Score
58.4Category Breakdown
Overall(#3511)58.4
Performance(#7397)54.3
Camera(#1778)46.8
Display(#3794)70.5
Battery(#1341)61.5
Build(#4097)70.8
Comparisons Featuring Microsoft Lumia 850
Short Review
- The Microsoft Lumia 850 features a sleek design with a lightweight build, enhancing portability.
- Its 5.0-inch IPS LCD display offers a resolution of 720 x 1280 pixels, providing decent clarity at approximately 294 ppi.
- Performance is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 chipset with a quad-core CPU, supported by 1GB of RAM, which is adequate for basic tasks.
- The rear camera boasts a 10 MP sensor with optical image stabilization, capable of recording 1080p video at 30fps, while the 2 MP front camera serves basic selfie needs.
- The battery supports wireless charging, although its capacity is unspecified.
- Running on Windows 10, the software experience is tailored for Microsoft services and applications.
- Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.1, and NFC, but it lacks 5G support.
- The phone does not feature stereo speakers but includes a headphone jack for audio output.
- Overall, the Lumia 850 combines essential features in a compact form, suitable for everyday use.
- Its build quality and camera capabilities stand out in its category.
Specifications
General
Release DateN/A
AnnouncedN/A
DescriptionUnofficial preliminary specifications
Display
Size5"
TypeIPS LCD
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
PPI720
Refresh Rate60Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✗
Protection(To be confirmed)
Performance
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
Memory16GB 1GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
Camera
Main Camera10 MP
Main Camera Details10 MP, 1/3.4", AF, OIS
Front Camera2 MP
Front Camera Details2 MP
Video Recording1080p@30fps, stereo sound rec.
Selfie VideoN/A
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
CapacityN/A
Battery DetailsLi-Ion, removable
Charging DetailsWireless (Qi)
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✓
Build & Design
DimensionsN/A
WeightN/A
MaterialsN/A
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / HSPA / LTE
Network SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
5G✗
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
NFC✓
USBmicroUSB 2.0
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS
Software
Operating SystemMicrosoft Windows 10
OS VersionMicrosoft Windows 10
Security
Fingerprint✗
Face Unlock✗
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✗
LoudspeakerYes
Audio JackYes