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Microsoft Lumia 850
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Microsoft Lumia 850

Released: Not announced yetStatus: Discontinued

Root Support Available

Bootloader unlock, Magisk root, recovery notes, and expert support are available for this device family.

Full Specifications

OSMicrosoft Windows 10
CPUQuad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A53
GPUAdreno 306
NFCYes
SIMNano-SIM, Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
USBmicroUSB 2.0
Size5.0 inches, 68.9 cm, 2
TypeIPS LCD
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, DLNA, hotspot
BrandMicrosoft
ModelMicrosoft Lumia 850
RadioFM radio
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat4 150/50 Mbps
VideoN/A
ColorsBlack
Single2 MP
StatusDiscontinued
Weight-
ChipsetQualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm)
SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM model only)
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
4G bandsLTE
ChargingWireless (Qi)
FeaturesLED flash
Internal16GB 1GB RAM
ReleasedNot announced yet
AnnouncedNot announced yet
Bluetooth4.1, A2DP, EDR, LE, aptX
Card slotmicroSDXC (dedicated slot)
3.5mm jackYes
Dimensions-
Protection(To be confirmed)
Resolution720 x 1280 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~294 ppi density)
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE
LoudspeakerYes
PositioningGPS, GLONASS, BDS

Microsoft Lumia 850 Overview

About Microsoft Lumia 850 Microsoft Lumia 850 is a discontinued device from Microsoft's popular line of first class Android phones, released in the Not announced yet. Microsoft Lumia 850 has a wide variety of great specifications such as 16GB 1GB RAM with Qualcomm MSM8916 Snapdragon 410 (28 nm) , as well as ultrasonic fingerprint sensor. The thing that makes this decent smartphone special is its sleek design and an amazing all-screen design with no notches at all.

Rooting Information

Microsoft Lumia 850 can generally be rooted with a bootloader unlock and Magisk patched boot image workflow. Always match firmware build numbers before flashing.

Bootloader Information

Most Android rooting methods begin with bootloader unlock. Unlocking may wipe data, affect warranty, and disable some security features.

Recovery Information

Custom recovery support depends on chipset, kernel source availability, and community builds. Fastboot-based Magisk installation can work even when TWRP is unavailable.

FAQ

Can I root the Microsoft Lumia 850?

The Microsoft Lumia 850 supports rooting through Magisk. You'll need to unlock the bootloader first, then flash a patched boot image. Check the rooting status card on this page for availability.

Does Microsoft Lumia 850 support custom recovery (TWRP)?

Many Microsoft devices support TWRP. Check our device page for recovery compatibility. If TWRP isn't available, you can still use Magisk through fastboot method.

Will rooting Microsoft Lumia 850 void warranty?

Yes, rooting the Microsoft Lumia 850 will void the manufacturer warranty. However, you can unroot using the stock firmware to potentially restore warranty coverage.

What Android version does Microsoft Lumia 850 run?

Check the specifications section above for the current OS version and upgrade history of your Microsoft Lumia 850.