Microsoft Surface Go Specifications and information

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Information from 04 May 2019.

The Surface Go has a lot of fans, and a lot of haters! Reviews are generally good though and the price adds to the attraction. The base device, with slower 64GB flash storage might not be the best of the models as the 128GB version uses a much faster SSD. GPS-capability comes with the LTE version. You'll need to think about the extra cost of a keyboard too. This is a device focused on mobile users and if you're one of them, please consider the LTE version. 7 hours battery life is possible but mobile usage (high screen brightness, LTE connected) could bring that figure down a lot.

Base Surface Go version comes with 64 GB flash storage. The 128 GB version uses a faster SSD. LTE (cellular data + GPS) is also available. No keyboard included in the base price.
Surface Go Signature Type Cover (With backlight, in black) costs $99
Screen: 216 PPI, 10-point multitouch, IPS.

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Microsoft Surface Go Specifications

Manufacturer Microsoft
Model name Surface Go
CPU Intel Pentium 4415Y
Detailed info
CPU speed 1600 Mhz
Graphics Intel HD Graphics 615 specs
FanlessYES
OS Microsoft Windows 10
Display Size
10" 1600 X 1200
Screen Type
LED-Backlit LCD
Touchscreen type
 Touch with Digitizer
RAM 4096 MB
SSD 64 GB
Battery capacity 26 Wh
Weight (Minimum) 522gm / 1.15 pounds
Size 245/175/8.3 mm
Size 9.6/6.9/0.3 inches
Physical Interfaces Docking connector
Headset i/f (Mic+Line)
USB-C
Wireless Interfaces802.11 a/b/g/n/ac
BT 4.1
4G Option
AdditionalCamera 5.0mp
Dolby Advanced Audio
Hardened Glass Screen
Microphone
Stand
Stereo speakers
Webcam 8MP
Wireless Display (WiDi, Miracast or similar)
Optional Specs and Accessories (can vary)
Digital pen
GPS
*Specifications can vary
Microsoft Surface Go (Intel Pentium 4415Y) Benchmarks
Cinebench R15 Multi 64-Bit: 164

3DMark 11: 1257
Microsoft Surface Go prices
USA$38804 May 19
UK£37906 May 19
Germany€37906 May 19
Microsoft Surface Go popularity (12 months)
Microsoft Surface Go news and review links.Date
6-part Surface Go Review. Detail from AAWP20/08/19
Windows Central: Low-end Surface Go is good. (Review)06/05/19
Surface Go LTE Poor Battery Life? Review.06/05/19
Surface Go LTE 8GB, 128GB SSD version. Review.06/05/19
Microsoft site: Surface Go06/05/19
Surface Go 64GB eMMC version - Full review06/05/19
Surface Go Review: Good quality review from Laptopmag06/05/19
64Gb eMMC Surface Go. Detailed review. (Notebookcheck)04/05/19

Microsoft Surface Go alternatives

Apple iPad Pro 11 inch (2018), 11 inch, 468 grams (1.03 lbs)
Leading edge tablet. We were bowled-over with the launch. Processing power, pen capability and design is stunning in both 11 and 12.9-inch versions.
Lenovo IdeaPad Miix 320, 10.1 inch, 550 grams (1.21 lbs)
One Xcellent 10 ( v2), 10.1 inch, 594 grams (1.31 lbs)
The One Xcellent 10 is the second generation tablet from the German shop at one.de and as such is an in-house 10.1 inch tablet powered by an Atom Z3735F SoC with 2GB RAM and currently is about 180 Euros though there seems to be an XL version which just has 64GB storage at 240 Euros (Nov2015).
HP Pavilion X2 10 2015, 10 inch, 590 grams (1.3 lbs)
The HP Pavilion X2 10 2015 is adockable tablet and has 4 modes of use. It has a slightly upgraded quad core Intel Atom 3736F processor which can turbo boost to 2.16GHz and is expected to have a battery life of up to 12 hours. A nice weight of 590grams goes up to just 1.18Kg with the keyboard. There is also a port of the latest USB Type C standard. It is a versatile device but the display resolution is 1280x800 so those looking for a full HD experience, move-on [chippy]
Dell Venue 10 7000 Series, 10.5 inch, 597 grams (1.32 lbs)
Dell's Venue 10 7000 series Android tablet is similar in looks to Lenovo's Yoga Tablet 2 series but without the kickstand, it comes with a high resolution 2560x1600 display, 2GB RAM, 16GB storage and an Atom Z3580 processor with of course Dell's options for customising and upgrading. The keyboard (466 grams) is probably a necessary extra so that a tent mode can be used, the docking system uses latches and magnets. It's a very good mobile laptop-like Android computer but if you'll need quite a bit more capacity if you're a photographer, you can use up to 512GB SD cards though.
Asus Transformer Book T100HA, 10.1 inch, 580 grams (1.28 lbs)
Asus have updated the T100 to the Transformer Book T100HA with a Cherry Trail processor, the Atom x5-Z8500, and 4GB RAM and an options for 64 or 128GB storage which will be a relief for those who start using a small mobile device as a desktop. It has a 1280 x 800 pixel resolution 10.1 inch screen but ultra light weight and huge (claimed) battery of life of 14 hours and a USB-C port as well. Slight case design changes include a metal rear and re-worked tablet docking mechanism. The Transformer Book T100HA looks like it's going to be as popular as the previous models were.
Lenovo Thinkpad 10 ( 2015), 10.1 inch, 617 grams (1.36 lbs)
Announced near the end of May, the headline for the Lenovo Thinkpad 10 is it's the first identified with Windows 10. Promoted as a business ready 10.1" tablet with full PC experience with the latest Atom Cherry Trail CPU it's very light at 617 grams and also versatile in that it adapts for work, home, or mobile use, by having usage modes such as laptop, desktop, tablet, or in a stand mode. Notable optional extras are a digitizer pen and a 4G LTE module. The inference from the TechRadar.com hands-on is that it is not fanless - in comparing with a competitor the Dell 11 Pro 7000 series (7140 I guess)
Acer Aspire Switch 10 2015, 10.1 inch, 595 grams (1.31 lbs)
The Acer Switch 10 (SW5-015) is refreshed for 2015 but not by much. There's a new Gorilla Glass rear on the screen, an improved hinge mechanism. Acer haven't yet revealed the processor so we're expecting an update to Atom X5 or X7 there.
Lenovo Miix 3 10, 10.1 inch, 549 grams (1.21 lbs)
The Lenovo MIIX 3-1030 is the model with the soft case / keyboard. There appears to be a different model which includes a hard keyboard as the Miix 2 10 did. Lenovo are pitching the Miix 3 10 at a slightly lower pricepoint to the previous Miix 2 10 but it still includes a Full HD display. There's no full-size USB port and no compass though. We expect pricing to drop a little below the $299/?299 RRP so watch out for offers.
MSI S100, 10.1 inch, 595 grams (1.31 lbs)
This lightweight 2-in-1 offers good storage for the price but a low resolution screen. The MSI S100 has 6 hours battery life and a good selection of ports for the price and includes a 1-year Office 365 / 1TB One Drive license. Portable and capable of more than a standalone tablet out-of-the-box.
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