Standing screen display size | 12.4 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 1536 x 1024 pixels |
Max Screen Resolution | 2880x1920 Pixels |
Processor | 3.6 GHz core_i5_1035g1 |
RAM | 8 GB LPDDR4 |
Memory Speed | 2400 MHz |
Hard Drive | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics Coprocessor | Intel UHD Graphics |
Chipset Brand | Intel |
Card Description | Integrated |
Graphics Card Ram Size | 8 GB |
Wireless Type | Bluetooth |
Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
Average Battery Life (in hours) | 8.5 Hours |
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Brand | Microsoft |
Model Name | Surface Laptop Go |
Screen Size | 12.4 Inches |
Color | Platinum |
Hard Disk Size | 256 GB |
CPU Model | Core i5-1035G1 |
Ram Memory Installed Size | 8 GB |
Operating System | Windows 10 S |
Special Feature | Fingerprint Power Button |
Graphics Card Description | Integrated |
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- Sleek design and standout value. At just 2.44 lbs, it’s light, portable, and easy to keep by your side throughout the day.
- Be productive, browse, and binge watch on the 12.4” PixelSense touchscreen display.*
- Convenient security with Windows Hello sign-in, plus Fingerprint Power Button with Windows Hello and One Touch sign-in on select models.
- Run your favorite apps and keep up on social media with a 10th Gen Intel Core Processor.
- Show your best side on video calls, meetings, and virtual get-togethers with the built-in 720p HD camera.
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Screen quality | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.7 | 4.7 |
Touch Screen | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 4.8 |
Battery life | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.6 | 3.9 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Value for money | 4.1 | — | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.4 |
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display size | 12.4 inches | 14.4 inches | 12.45 inches | 12.45 inches | 12.45 inches | 12.45 inches |
hard disk size | 256 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB | 128 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB |
computer memory size | 8 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB | 8 GB |
cpu manufacturer | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel | Intel |
cpu speed | 3.6 GHz | 2.6 GHz | 4.4 GHz | 4.2 GHz | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
cpu model number | Core i5-1035G1 | i5-11300H | 1235U | 1135G7 | 1235U | 1235U |
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Brand | Microsoft |
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Series | Surface Laptop Go |
Item model number | THJ-00001 |
Hardware Platform | PC |
Operating System | Windows 10 S |
Item Weight | 2.45 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 9.27 x 12.19 x 1.93 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9.27 x 12.19 x 1.93 inches |
Color | Platinum |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 4 |
Computer Memory Type | GDDR4 |
Flash Memory Size | 256 |
Hard Drive Interface | Solid State |
Optical Drive Type | No Optical Drive |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Voltage | 15 Volts |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
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ASIN | B08GZKZF87 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #2,306 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #283 in Traditional Laptop Computers #786 in Climate Pledge Friendly: Computers |
Date First Available | October 1, 2020 |
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Make the most of every day with the sleek style, performance, and all-day battery life* you need in our lightest Surface Laptop, all at an exceptional value. Ultra-light and portable profile, the apps** you use every day, premium materials, and a choice of must-have colors will make this your go-to laptop.
* Surface Laptop Go display has rounded corners within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape the screen is 12.45” diagonally (actual viewable area is less). ** Some accessories and software sold separately.
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Every day, everywhereMake the most of every day with the sleek style, performance, and all-day battery life* you need in our lightest Surface Laptop, all at an exceptional value. *Up to 13 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. |
Convenient SecurityWindows Hello sign-in, plus Fingerprint Power Button with Windows Hello and One Touch sign-in on select models. |
Choose your perfect matchAvailable in Platinum, Ice Blue, and Sandstone,* all in a durable, cool metal finish. *Available colors may vary by market. |
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Sleek design and standout valueSee and do more on a 12.4”* touchscreen, in signature premium materials and a choice of colors, all at an exceptional value. *Surface Laptop Go display has rounded corners within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape the screen is 12.45” diagonally (actual viewable area is less). |
Familiar features and trusted securityGet started with convenient security and the Windows you know.* Enjoy amazing sound for music and shows. And, easily connect to other devices and accessories. *Windows 10 Home in S mode works exclusively with apps and programs from the Microsoft Store within Windows and accessories that are compatible with Windows 10 Home in S mode. A one-way switch out of S mode is available. Learn more at Windows.com/SmodeFAQ. |
Get it done with your favorite appsCollaborate, connect, and do your best work with the must-have everyday laptop. Power through your favorite apps, backed by all-day battery life.* *Up to 13 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. |
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Surface Mobile MouseLight and portable with smooth scrolling and dongle-free Bluetooth connectivity. Available in a choice of rich colors* to complement your style. *Available colors may vary by market |
USB-C Travel HubDesigned for professionals who travel, this adapter gives you the extra ports and connections you need when you’re working on-the-go or on-the-couch. |
Microsoft Bluetooth Ergonomic MouseWork in comfort all day with our premium wireless ergonomic mouse. Navigate precisely and access your most-used features with 2 programmable buttons. Available in four colors: Matte Black, Peach, Pastel Blue and Glacier.* *Available colors may vary by market * Some accessories and software sold separately. |
Microsoft 365Premium Office apps, extra cloud storage, advanced security and more, all in one convenient subscription*. *Some accessories and software sold separately. |
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Price | $227.92$227.92 | — | $699.99$699.99 | $499.99$499.99 | $334.67$334.67 | $739.92$739.92 |
Available Colors* | Platinum | Matte Black | Matte Black, Platinum | Platinum, Ice Blue, Sandstone | Matte Black, Platinum, Cobalt Blue, Sandstone | Platinum |
PixelSense Display | 10.5” Touchscreen with pen input | 13.5” Touchscreen with pen input* *Type Cover and Pen sold separately | 12.3” Touchscreen with pen input *Type Cover and Pen sold separately | 12.45” Touchscreen | 13.5”* Touchscreen with pen input* 15”* Touchscreen with pen input* *Available configurations vary by size *Type Cover and Pen sold separately | 13.5”* Touchscreen with pen input* 15”* Touchscreen with pen input* *Type Cover and Pen sold separately |
Processor | Intel Pentium Intel Core M (8th Gen) | Microsoft SQ1 Microsoft SQ2 | Intel Core M i7, i5, and i3 (10th Gen) | Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) | 13” Intel Core i7 and i5 (10th Gen) 15” AMD Ryzen 5 and 7 Microsoft Surface Edition | 13.5” Intel Core M i7 and i5 (10th Gen) 15” Intel Core M i7 (10th Gen) |
Memory | 4GB 8GB | 8GB 16GB | 4GB 8GB 16GB | 4GB 8GB | 8 GB 16GB | 8GB (13.5” only) 16GB 32GB |
Storage* | 64GB 128GB SSD | 128GB 256GB | 128GB SSD 256GB SSD 512GB SSD 1TB SSD | 64GB SSD 28GB SSD 256GB SSD | 128GB SSD 256GB SSD 512GB SSD 1TB SSD (Black only) | 256GB SSD 512GB SSD 1TB SSD 2TB SSD (15” only) |
Battery Life* | Up to 10 hours | Up to 15 hours | Up to 10.5 hours | Up to 13 hours | Up to 11.5 hours | Up to 17.5 hours |
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Customers like the quality, portability, and graphics of the laptop. They mention that it's a decent laptop with an excellent screen quality. They also appreciate the weight and touch screen. That said, opinions are mixed on battery life, performance, and speed.
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Customers like the quality of the laptop. They say it's a decent laptop with a high-quality screen. They also say it feels high-tech, has a great build quality, and is sturdy.
"...I have had it for years now and it has been reliable and worked for what I needed to do...." Read more
"...This is not the quintessential device for me but it is very good. My biggest gripe is the lack of backlit keyboard on a device in this price range...." Read more
"...The bluetooth disconnects and ruins materials. It literally takes 3 hours to print and cut one sticker sheet because the computer freezes CONSTANTLY...." Read more
"Good computer" Read more
Customers like the graphics of the notebook computer. They mention that the screen is very nice looking, has a sharp picture, and has incredibly great resolution.
"...The ice blue is attractive while not the most obvious blue still retains a nice look. The plastic underside does not detract from this either...." Read more
"...This laptop is sleek and feels high-tech. I can have multiple tabs open w/o a problem...." Read more
"...The screen is pretty good not as good as the air but if you don't have them side by side you won't know the difference...." Read more
"...The screen is awesome and the responsiveness excellent. The touchpad is so soft that for the first time I preferred to use it better than the mouse." Read more
Customers like the portability of the laptop. They say it's a nice little portable PC, with a perfect size and keyboard. Some customers also mention that the charger is small and light. Overall, customers are satisfied with the port ability of the product.
"...Size: It is compact and fairly light.Screen: Despite the sub 1080p resolution, the screen is still attractive and bright with accurate colors...." Read more
"...It is the perfect size for college and doesn’t take up much space in my book bag. This laptop is sleek and feels high-tech...." Read more
"...I do like that it is small and lightweight. I can slip it in my nightstand and jump on it quickly for quick work stuff and that is great...." Read more
"...Super lightweight, easy to carry around, small enough to fit into a day bag, but still decently powerful...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the weight of the notebook computer. They mention that it is fairly light, very portable, and happy with the performance and the weight.
"...Size: It is compact and fairly light.Screen: Despite the sub 1080p resolution, the screen is still attractive and bright with accurate colors...." Read more
"...I do like that it is small and lightweight. I can slip it in my nightstand and jump on it quickly for quick work stuff and that is great...." Read more
"This is everything I'd hoped for in an ultraportable laptop. Super lightweight, easy to carry around, small enough to fit into a day bag, but still..." Read more
"...It’s light and easy to carry. Keyboard doesn’t have backlight but I don’t really need that...." Read more
Customers like the touch screen of the laptop. They mention that it works great, the touchpad is soft, and that the laptop is blazing fast.
"...Additional Pros: Touchscreen; Fingerprint IDCon: The battery life seems shorter than expected but it isn’t a major con." Read more
"...The touchpad is great, and so is the keyboard other than no backlighting. It turns on fast!..." Read more
"...I think its the perfect size. I love how it is a touch screen...." Read more
"...but I would recommend getting the warranty because the touchscreen is fragile and very expensive to replace...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the laptop. Some mention that it's well built and does well for their needs. Others say that it stopped working all together and the keyboard stopped working.
"...Everything worked fine and it seemed like new for the first week give or take... except for the charger...." Read more
"...This 8 ram Surface go so far has been doing very well for my needs. It price is a few $100 less then the Apple and it seems just as quiet as the Air...." Read more
"...The touchpad is also so sensitive that you can’t even use it. You basically HAVE to buy a separate mouse...." Read more
"...and works flawlessly. I bought it here along with the laptop." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery life of the laptop. Some mention it has great battery life, while others say that it won't hold a charge. The battery dies in 2 hours and the keys still don't work. The life seems shorter than expected.
"...Con: The battery life seems shorter than expected but it isn’t a major con." Read more
"...Don't get me wrong the Apple Air had a great battery life and key board. I just am so use to windows that some Apple programs I found harder to use...." Read more
"...angles and blowing into it and everything but my laptop will just not charge any more. Returning it ASAP since I literally cannot use it any more. /:" Read more
"...So this charger doesn t work. I need a new one please i can t use ny computer without thatIt doesn t work the machine now. After 6 months...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the speed of the notebook computer. Some mention that it is fast, blazing fast, and responsive to the touch. However, others say that it will get the job done but is obviously slower, takes forever to load up, and streaming is too demanding for this laptop.
"...It turns on fast!..." Read more
"...It does get overwhelmed and slow down when I'm in 2 or more Google Classrooms simultaneously and have open multiple windows and 20+ tabs, but I do..." Read more
"...I received the right computer and color. Its fast and very light. You can hold it with one hand. I think its the perfect size...." Read more
"...very light, it also has fingerprint sign in which is much easier and faster when logging on.I use this for school and i recommend it 100%..." Read more
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Lo que note es que la cámara incorporada no es compatible con Windows Hello, sin embargo, esto se compensa con el lector de huellas.
Likes:
Design: it is a nice looking device that stands out from the others in its category. The ice blue is attractive while not the most obvious blue still retains a nice look. The plastic underside does not detract from this either.
Size: It is compact and fairly light.
Screen: Despite the sub 1080p resolution, the screen is still attractive and bright with accurate colors. The 3:2 aspect ratio also makes this a hit because the screen is taller and easier to review documents, because you have to scroll less than a 16:9 aspect ratio.
Color options: there are 3 different color options to choose from, options are always good.
Ports: having usb-c and a is great as well as having the device charge from USB-c along with the mag connector for charging.
Trackpad: this is on the nicest trackpads I have ever used as my fingers glide across it. Mouse movement is great.
Price: the base model starts at $550.
Fingerprint reader: nice and fast logon
Performance: all models have an i5 processor and I think this is more than fine for everyday users, even the base model will give you good performance.
Neutral:
Keyboard: it is okay to type on for me and not as good as the pixelbook go keyboard because it has a somewhat mushy feeling when typing.
Screen: it is nice but still it is under 1080p for a device that cost $550 and up. When was the last time you found a device that was not full hd for $500 or up?
Sound: I think it sounds decent, not amazing, not a pro or con.
Base Model: 4 gb really microsoft you could not have just put an extra 4 gigs in and charge $599. Why limit it this way? Also no fingerprint reader in base model as well.
Battery life: it is in the 7-8 hours territory. Not amazing but not awful either.
Cons:
Keyboard: no backlight. This is the biggest con again when is the last time you had a device over $500 with no backlit keyboard. It makes typing in poorly lit rooms more difficult and a no fly zone for those who work in darkness.
Price: on the highest tier model Microsoft is really trying to upcharge you just for added storage.$899 just highlights this device's shortcomings even more in that price bracket.
Wrap up: I looked over a bunch of devices in this class and some not in its class. This is not the quintessential device for me but it is very good. My biggest gripe is the lack of backlit keyboard on a device in this price range. I find the screen is very nice looking but the sub 1080p comes across as tacky also. I feel they could have popped an i3 in the base model and then added the fingerprint sensor. Avoid the $899 model as that is too much to pay for something so compromised.
Also consider: The Surface laptop 3 is something to consider if you are worried about the compromises being made. It has a backlit keyboard, a full HD+ display and is larger at 13.5 screen display. It does cost more, and also the bezel around the display is larger.
Additional Pros: Touchscreen; Fingerprint ID
Con: The battery life seems shorter than expected but it isn’t a major con.
Original: I needed a much better laptop. Initially I was looking for a 2-in-1 (tablet and laptop). I watched some videos and narrowed my selections down. So I knew what to expect going in. Other reviews mentioned how the keyboard is not backlit. I thought this wouldn’t bother me much but now that I have it, it’s pretty annoying, especially because it is a common complaint and surely it is an easy fix, right? This was the cheapest of the 4 new computers I was looking at, and this was $850 with my selection. I probably should have spent a little more I guess. Then I realize that the screen does not detach like the Microsoft Surface Pro 7. Grrr. The screen doesn’t even fold back flat and you can’t use the Surface Pro pen on the screen either!! Gee, must be really good otherwise, right? Not so much. Comes with a ton of bloatware. If you want to use apps you probably use everyday, you have to disable safety mode, or only use Microsoft apps and nobody does that. I do like the aesthetic of the laptop, and the keyboard actually reminds me of my MacBook which has an ancient OS now. The touchpad is great, and so is the keyboard other than no backlighting. It turns on fast! However, this kind of freaked me out: The second time I turned it on, the laptop wasn’t facing me and I already used my finger to unlock it (I thought) but it didn’t work until I got in front of the computer. It made me wonder if it was using my face to unlock like my MacBook. Then it immediately said I was logged into a videoconferencing app that I have never used. I didn’t even realize that app was on this computer and I never created an account for it. I guess Microsoft does what it wants. I removed that app and many more. That was all a big turn off for me. But honestly the biggest complaint is the horrible graphics. My eyesight is not as great as it once was but honestly, the pixelation is bad and noticeable. I installed a photo editing app and even when blowing high resolution images up to edit, it looks worse than really cheap laptops I had 20 years ago. No exaggeration. I have tested this with hundreds of images now. Believe the reviews that mention this! My husband can’t stand when I watch TV on standard definition and that has never bothered me but this screen just looks distorted. I do like that it is small and lightweight. I can slip it in my nightstand and jump on it quickly for quick work stuff and that is great. But I am underwhelmed. Just really consider what the majority of reviewers complain about. If you’re considering any of the Microsoft Surface computers, other models have more to offer.
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