Surface Go

Microsoft’s new, affordably priced 10-inch tablet runs Windows 10 S for a streamlined Windows experience. It doesn’t have great performance, but it provides a “real” computer when you need it.

-- As reviewed by PCWorld
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Product details

  • The most portable Surface touchscreen 2-in-1. Perfect for your everyday tasks, homework, and play
  • Go-anywhere tablet with laptop productivity for the whole family. Starting at just 1.2 pounds,4 with high-res 10.5” 220ppi touchscreen, adjustable Kickstand, Surface Pen,* and Type Cover.*
  • All-day battery life. Get up to 11 hours1 of on-the-go power, plus Fast Charging to take you from low to full when you do need to plug in
  • The new, more intuitive Windows. Work, play, and create in the way most natural to you with Windows 11
  • Plug in the accessories you use today with included USB-C port, headphone jack, Bluetooth 5.0, and MicroSDXC Card Reader
  • You’re going to need Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Don’t forget to add Microsoft 365

PROS

+ Affordable, competitive price
+ Lightweight, fairly compact
+ Real-world performance was satisfactory

CONS

- Smaller Type Cover can be uncomfortable
- Battery life isn't much to speak of
- Windows 10 in S Mode lacks app flexibility

Expert reviews and ratings

By PCWorld on August 06, 2018
Microsoft’s new, affordably priced 10-inch tablet runs Windows 10 S for a streamlined Windows experience. It doesn’t have great performance, but it provides a “real” computer when you need it.
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By TechRadar on December 11, 2020
The Surface Go is a gorgeous machine that brings you an excellent Windows 10 experience in a 10-inch tablet.
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