SeekerMicrosoft Surface Laptop Go 2
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 doesn't reinvent the original, but some minor upgrades and a new CPU put this affordable, stylish notebook back among your best budget options for 2022.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- Light, portable Surface touchscreen Laptop with Windows 11 [2] and 12.4” PixelSense Display. [1] Starting at just 2.48 pounds.
- Work, play, stream, and run day-to-day apps with 11th Gen Intel Core i5 processor.
- Look and sound your best on video calls with improved HD camera and built-in Studio Mics, plus rich sound for music and shows.
- Long battery life 13.5.[3] Plus, recharge quickly with Fast Charging – up to 80% in just over an hour.[7]
- Convenient security. Fingerprint Power Button with Windows Hello and One Touch sign-in on select models.
- You’re going to need Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Don’t forget to add Microsoft 365
PROS
+ Competitive performance from updated CPU
+ Stylish, colorful design
+ Quality build and comfortable keyboard
+ Reasonably priced
+ Swappable SSD and chassis parts for longevity
CONS
- Less-than-1080p display with nonstandard resolution
- Updated (but still ho-hum) webcam
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Expert reviews and ratings
By The Verge on August 06, 2022
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Go 2 is its least expensive laptop, but it’s also its smallest. It’s ideal for users who need an ultraportable machine and aren’t worried about having the most power or all-day battery life.
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By The Guardian on June 28, 2022
The Surface Laptop Go 2 is an improvement on its predecessor in almost every way. It is faster, runs cooler and quieter, has a better webcam, is easier to repair and, most importantly, it is cheaper. It still isn’t a “budget” machine, but is priced more appropriately for what it offers.
80
By TrustedReviews on April 05, 2023
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 doesn’t introduce many changes compared to the original. It remains a wonderful portable machine, now with boosted power and topped-up battery life. This package means it is still one of the best value Windows laptops available, even if its low-resolution display dampens my excitement.
90
By Pocket-Lint on April 30, 2021
Compact, well built and incredibly stylish, the Acer Swift 5 is a solid all-rounder.
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By PCWorld on July 15, 2022
While the original Surface Laptop Go survived among a sea of budget laptops, there are a number of comparably priced laptops that simply offer more value than the Surface Laptop Go 2. Just keep an eye out for price drops that could make a difference.
60
By TechAdvisor on July 21, 2022
As a compact, affordable device, compromises on the Surface Laptop Go 2 are inevitable. But the core laptop experience remains impressive, provided you don’t choose the entry-level model.
80
By TechAdvisor on August 04, 2022
Al tratarse de un dispositivo compacto y asequible, es inevitable hacer concesiones en el Surface Laptop Go 2. Pero la experiencia básica del portátil sigue siendo impresionante, siempre que no elijas el modelo básico.
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By PCMag on July 02, 2022
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 doesn't reinvent the original, but some minor upgrades and a new CPU put this affordable, stylish notebook back among your best budget options for 2022.
80
By Pocket-Lint on April 30, 2021
Compact, well built and incredibly stylish, the Acer Swift 5 is a solid all-rounder.
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By Pocket-Lint on April 30, 2021
Compacto, bem construído e incrivelmente elegante, o Acer Swift 5 é um sólido e versátil telemóvel.
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By Pocket-Lint on April 30, 2021
Compact, well built and incredibly stylish, the Acer Swift 5 is a solid all-rounder.
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By Pocket-Lint on April 30, 2021
Compact, well built and incredibly stylish, the Acer Swift 5 is a solid all-rounder.
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By Pocket-Lint on April 30, 2021
Compact, well built and incredibly stylish, the Acer Swift 5 is a solid all-rounder.
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By Pocket-Lint on September 22, 2023
At just under 2.5 lb and with up to 15 hours of battery, Surface Laptop Go 3 features a portable design. The 12th Gen Intel Core i5-1235U Processor is a boost.
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