Microsoft Surface Go with LTE

Microsoft’s tiny tablet is now available in a new version that supports LTE, for $130 more. Is it worth it? Dieter Bohn explains why he loves this computer, but doesn’t think you should buy it.

-- As reviewed by The Verge
Microsoft Surface Go with LTE 1

Product details

  • 10.5" PixelSense 10-Point Touch Display, Intel m3-8100Y Processor
  • 1800 x 1200 Screen Resolution (216 ppi), 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD Storage
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 615, MicroSD Media Card Reader, Lightest Surface yet, starting at just 1.15 lbs.
  • Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Bluetooth 4.1, 8MP Rear Camera | 5MP Front Camera
  • USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Headphone Jack, All-day battery life, with up to 9 hours of unplugged power, Windows 10 Pro

PROS

+ Ultra portable
+ Great keyboard, USB-C charging
+ LTE is super convenient

CONS

- Battery life
- Extra $130 hard to justify for most
- Big bezels mean screen is cramped
- Dongles

Expert reviews and ratings

By The Verge on December 19, 2018
Microsoft’s tiny tablet is now available in a new version that supports LTE, for $130 more. Is it worth it? Dieter Bohn explains why he loves this computer, but doesn’t think you should buy it.
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