Microsoft Lumia 640 XL

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 4622 reviews of Microsoft Lumia 640 XL. The average rating for this product is 4.2/5, compared to an average rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones for all reviews. Comments about the price and screen are on the whole positive. The performance and size also get good reviews. There are some negative views about the apps.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Microsoft Lumia 640 XL

alaTest has collected and analyzed 126 user reviews of Microsoft Lumia 640 XL from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.1/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the camera and portability. The screen and usability also get good comments. Some have doubts about the connectivity. Reviews about the sound and size are mixed.

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86% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Microsoft Lumia 640 XL

alaTest has collected and analyzed 103 user reviews of Microsoft Lumia 640 XL from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.8/5 for other Cell phones on Amazon.com. Reviewers are impressed by the usability and screen. The price and portability are also appreciated, whereas there are some mixed views about the durability.

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90% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Nov, 2024

Expert review by : Nic Healey (cnet.com)

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE review: Big features, small price

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE offers 4G speeds, a 5.7-inch screen and a great rear camera at a surprisingly low cost.

The Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE has a bright 5.7-inch screen, works on LTE networks, and has an impressive rear camera and long-lasting battery life.

The 720p resolution makes for a lower pixel density than you may want. The processor is a little under-specced for power-users, and the plastic casing can't match the premium feel of some phones.

It's no flagship, but the Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE offers a solid big-screen experience at a budget price point that's hard to beat.

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Nic Healey (cnet.com)

Lumia 640 XL LTE review

If you're after a budget smartphone, then the biggest compromise you'll probably have to make is on the camera -- it's just not cost-effective to get the required lens in a cheaper phone. Luckily, Microsoft has found a way to put a quality camera in...

The Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE has a bright 5.7-inch screen, works on LTE networks, and has an impressive rear camera and long-lasting battery life.

The 720p resolution makes for a lower pixel density than you may want. The processor is a little under-specced for power-users, and the plastic casing can't match the premium feel of some phones.

It's no flagship, but the Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE offers a solid big-screen experience at a budget price point that's hard to beat.

May, 2015

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Expert review by (cnet.com)

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE matte white

Microsoft Devices' Lumia 640 XL LTE is the souped-up version of the company's 5-inch Lumia 640. The XL ups the screen size to 5.7-inches and adds 4G connectivity, while popping a significantly bigger 13-megapixel camera on the rear, a 5-megapixel one...

The Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE has a bright 5.7-inch screen, works on LTE networks, and has an impressive rear camera and long-lasting battery life.

The 720p resolution makes for a lower pixel density than you may want. The processor is a little under-specced for power-users, and the plastic casing can't match the premium feel of some phones.

It's no flagship, but the Microsoft Lumia 640 XL LTE offers a solid big-screen experience at a budget price point that's hard to beat.

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Maurizio Pesce (wired.com)

Review: Microsoft Lumia 640 XL

Microsoft's newest oversized Lumia phone has a great camera and a nice design, but it can't escape the confines of being a budget smartphone.

The best camera you can get at this price. Updated software brings cool features like Glance Screen, Kids Corner, and Apps Corner. Comes with one-year subscription of Office 365 included

At 5.7-inches, the 720p screen is a bit stretched. Daylight readability can be a significant problem. Microsoft has been cleaning up some preinstalled apps, and yet the Lumia 640 XL is still loaded with redundant bloatware

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Jessica Dolcourt (cnet.com)

Microsoft's 5.7-inch Lumia 640 XL is big and cheap (hands-on)

This 5.7-inch beast of a midrange smartphone goes a step past the Lumia 640 in size and specs.

Mar, 2015

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Expert review by : Florian Wimmer (notebookcheck.net)

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL Smartphone Review

The mid-range giant. Microsoft's Lumia 640 XL with dual-SIM support is aimed at Windows Phones buyers looking for a low-priced phablet. To see if it stands any chance of success, read this report.

Removable battery, Exchangeable back cover, Bright screen, High contrast, Good viewing angle stability, Accurate color reproduction, Extensive software, High-resolution cameras, Dual-SIM support, Decent price/performance ratio, Good reception, Clear...

Colors in pictures sometimes oversaturated, Pressure on the screen becomes visible, Occasional lags during use

The Lumia 640 XL is definitely a decent Windows Phone 8.1 phablet. Microsoft installs a very bright, viewing-angle-stable screen with good color reproduction. Acceptable performance rates and high-resolution cameras complement that.

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : Ilse Jurriën (letsgodigital.org)

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL

Microsoft Lumia 640XL smartphone : The Lumia 640 XL is the latest addition to the Microsoft Windows Phones. The Nokia Lumia 640 XL is perfect for both work and play, the smartphone comes with a wealth of features out of the box at an affordable price....

The 5.7-inch HD display is the perfect canvas for when you're watching videos, enjoying your photos, playing games, or creating, editing and sharing documents. It also comes equipped with the popular Glance screen feature. In between calls, you'll...

Mar, 2015

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Microsoft Lumia 640 XL Review

Just last month, we got to experience the Microsoft Lumia 640, a budget-priced Windows Phone first introduced back during Mobile World Congress 2015. As a complement, now, its bigger sized twin is now available for the taking – bringing together a...

Decent camera quality ; Fair amount of value with its $250 cost ; Bright screen ; Light weight considering its size

Not a strong performer with graphics processing ; Speaker audio quality is strained

Windows Phones in general are in short supply, which means that we’re more accepting of phablet-sized ones even more, especially when they’re even rarer to find in the wild. Far from being a specs beast meant to tackle on the big names in space, the...

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Jason Bouwmeester (techaeris.com)

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL Review: Big Screen Without A Big Price Tag

We take a look at Microsoft's large screen budget smartphone in our Lumia 640 XL review and see how it stacks up against other Windows devices available on the market.

Battery life, camera, price.

Could use better speakers.

The Lumia 640 XL is definitely on the upper end of the budget line cost wise, but it is a great device with a decent screen, great camera, outstanding battery, and even has a microSD card slot and NFC capabilities. Microsoft’s Lumia 640 XL is...

Apr, 2015

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Expert review by : S21 (s21.com)

Microsoft Lumia 640 XL review

The Microsoft Lumia 640 XL gives you a smartphone with an enormous screen at a low price. Running Windows Phone 8.1, you'll find plenty of pre-installed functionality, although the third-party app market is limited compared with Android or iOS. Still,...

The Lumia 640 XL is more mid-range in price than the entry-level Lumia 640 . It shares most of the features that make the Lumia 640 a great budget choice, with the benefit of the super-size screen, a better camera, and exceptional battery life. The...

Sep, 2015