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Microsoft Surface Go

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User ratings:
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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3.8 out of 5
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5 stars
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Pros

  • the metal body feels sturdy and well put-together
  • bright display
  • easy to use keyboard

Cons

  • The lack of a USB A port is disappointing
  • Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue
  • Storage options limited to 256-gigabyte SSD

Key specs

  • Intel HD Graphics 615
  • 1800, 1200
  • 10 in
  • 8 GB
  • LPDDR3 SDRAM
  • Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y
  • 1.6 GHz

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Surface Go - Tablet / Pentium Gold 4415Y / 1.6 GHz / 8 GB LPDDR3 / Intel HD Graphics 615 / 256 GB SSD / 10"
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Surface Go - Tablet / Pentium Gold 4415Y / 1.6 GHz / 8 GB LPDDR3 / Intel HD Graphics 615 / 128 GB SSD / 10"
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Microsoft Surface Go - Pros & Cons

Microsoft Surface Go

Pros

  • the metal body feels sturdy and well put-together
  • bright display
  • easy to use keyboard
  • the trackpad is excellent
  • clean lines and a nice solid feel
  • great low-budget
  • tinkerer-friendly machines
  • highly portable
  • has a decent battery
  • Performance is good for the price
  • it works surprisingly well

Cons

  • The lack of a USB A port is disappointing
  • Too many are simply trying to capitalize on affiliate revenue
  • Storage options limited to 256-gigabyte SSD
  • Text is fuzzy around the edges even when
  • $900 model only gets you an extra 128 gigabytes of storage for
  • sadly no SD or MicroSD card slot
  • low-resolution screen and limiting performance
  • touching the right icon on the bottom of the screen proved difficult
  • not as fast as the iPad on certain benchmarks
  • not ideal for running apps off an external card
  • display on the Surface Go may be small

Microsoft Surface Go - Technical Overview

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IconScreen size
10 in
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MSI GT83 Titan SLI
Screen size: 18.4 in
IconClock speed
1866 MHz
Best:
Razer Blade Stealth 13
Clock speed: 3733 MHz
IconWeight
532 g
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Microsoft Surface Go - Full Specifications

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Display
Resolution1800 x 1200
Aspect ratio3:2
Screen size10.0 in
WidescreenYes
Touchscreenyes
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Video
Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 615
Video memory sizeNone
Video memory typeNone
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Memory
RAM size8 GB
TechnologyLPDDR3 SDRAM
Clock speed1866.0 MHz
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Dimensions
Height0.33 in
Weight18.77 oz
Width9.65 in
Depth6.89 in
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Camera
Built in camerayes
Camera resolution1080p
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Storage
Main storage
  • 128 GB SSD
  • 256 GB SSD
Storage typeNVMe
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Audio properties
Built-in microphoneyes
Speakersyes
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Processor
CPU modelIntel Pentium Gold 4415Y
Clock speed1.6 GHz
Number of coresDual-Core
64-bit computingyes
Cache2 MB
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Input
Security
Trusted Platform Module Security Chip
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Design
Colour of productSilver
Housing materialMagnesium alloy
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Power
Battery capacity27.0 Wh

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Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft - Editorial Reviews (22)

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Microsoft Surface Go Surface Go 2 review: Core m3 makes all the difference, but it's just barely enough
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Windows Central
Published: 13.05.2020
Surface Go 2 review: Core m3 makes all the difference, but it's just barely enough
4.0

While it still starts at $399, the Surface Go 2 only becomes impressive with the more expensive Core m3 processor. Luckily, it's a huge difference and gives new life to this mini Surface Pro.

Microsoft Surface Go This shrunken-down Surface is fun and practical, but more expensive than it looks
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CNET
Published: 14.08.2018
This shrunken-down Surface is fun and practical, but more expensive than it looks

The Surface Go from Microsoft is fun and practical, but not as inexpensive as you might think.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go 3 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 05.10.2021
Microsoft Surface Go 3 Review
3.5

Microsoft’s Surface Go 3 is the best budget Windows 2-in-1 tablet, but its performance and value are a bit below expectations for a third-generation product that competes against Chromebooks and the Apple iPad.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go (Pentium, 64GB eMMC) Tablet Review
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Notebookcheck
Published: 02.10.2018
Microsoft Surface Go (Pentium, 64GB eMMC) Tablet Review
4.1

Microsoft's Surface Go in review. This 10-inch tablet features an Intel Pentium 4415Y paired with 4 GB of RAM, and turns into a small but full-fledged notebook with the right type cover. Unfortunately, the entry level model is limited to just 64 GB of eMMC storage.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go 2 review
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Tom's Guide
Published: 07.06.2021
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review
4.0

The Microsoft Surface Go 2's upgrades make it shine with all day battery life

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go Review: A Great Budget 2-in-1 with One Flaw
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LaptopMag
Published: 03.08.2018
Microsoft Surface Go Review: A Great Budget 2-in-1 with One Flaw
3.5

The Surface Go is very close to an ideal budget tablet and mini laptop in one device, but short battery life holds it back.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go 3 review: Boldly going where we’ve already gone before | IT PRO
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IT PRO
Published: 21.02.2022
Microsoft Surface Go 3 review: Boldly going where we’ve already gone before | IT PRO
3.0

Microsoft’s latest budget 2-in-1 fails to stand out against the wider Surface range

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go 3 Review: Small but not so mighty
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MobileSyrup
Published: 19.12.2021
Microsoft Surface Go 3 Review: Small but not so mighty
3.8

Microsoft's Surface Go 3 is a tiny Surface, and that's really all it has going for it. It's outclassed by nearly everything else at the same price.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go 3 review | Stuff
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Microsoft Surface Go 3 review | Stuff

Mastering the basics but in need of some serious power The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is what some wish the iPad was. It's a reasonably affordable tablet that

Microsoft Surface Go Surface Go 3 review: A lateral upgrade for Microsoft’s uniquely affordable tablet
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Good Gear Guide
Surface Go 3 review: A lateral upgrade for Microsoft’s uniquely affordable tablet
3.5

If you're in the market for Microsoft's Surface Go 3, consider the Surface Go 2, too.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go 3 review: The perfect 2-in-1 you can buy
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India Today
Published: 03.02.2022
Microsoft Surface Go 3 review: The perfect 2-in-1 you can buy

If you're in the market for a 2-in-1, look no further and pick up the Surface Go 3. It's the lightest Surface by Microsoft available in India right now and is an incredible value proposition. Of course, it has some limitations, but it's also a great portable machine at just Rs 57,999. Should you buy it? Read my Surface Go 3 review for answers.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go review
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TechRadar
Published: 11.12.2020
Microsoft Surface Go review
4.5

The ultimate 10-inch tasker’s tablet

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go Review ~ | Gadget Review
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Gadget Review
Published: 10.06.2021
Microsoft Surface Go Review ~ | Gadget Review
4.3

While no longer the new surface in the line of Surface Pro products, the Microsoft Surface Go has an ace up its sleeve: size. In an age where bigger laptops

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Review: Screen Woes
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WIRED
Published: 23.11.2020
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Review: Screen Woes
3.5

Microsoft's most affordable laptop is a great machine for simple tasks, but it skimps out on the thing you'll stare at the most.

Microsoft Surface Go Microsoft Surface Go 3 review: small Windows 11 tablet can’t keep up
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the Guardian
Published: 25.10.2021
Microsoft Surface Go 3 review: small Windows 11 tablet can’t keep up

Beautiful, well-made design does not hide the poor performance and battery life at this price

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