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Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) Review | 168 Data compared

Avg. price:~£400RAM capacity:4 GBInternal storage:64 GBScreen size:10.5 inchesChipset:Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y

Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) Review: Compare 168 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Tablets category and whether it is worth buying.

Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)
6.5/10

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best Tablets on the market.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 58% of models
Score components

90%

6.3

Technical score

10%

8.6

User score

▲Better than 58% of tablets
7.1

Value for money

Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

▼Worse than 52%
6.3

Technical score

Technical score
6.3/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

5.2

Battery

12%

8.0

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

▲Better than 56%
8.6

User score

User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 83%
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Technical Specifications of tablet Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.3/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare Tablets based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 56% of models
Score components:

22%

5.6

Performance

20%

5.6

Display

16%

7.1

Camera

14%

5.2

Battery

12%

8.0

Connectivity

8%

7.6

Software & Features

5%

6.3

Design

3%

5.7

Audio & Multimedia

6.3
User score
User score
8.6/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

8.5

User ratings

30%

8.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.6
Popularity
Popularity
8.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 84% of models
Popularity:
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) has a user popularity of 8.7 points, which is lower than 83.8% of Tablets.
8.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.1/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 52% of models
Score components:

70%

6.5

Overall score

30%

8.4

Price

7.1
RAM capacity
4 GB
Market range: <2 GB – >12 GB
This tablet has a RAM capacity of 4 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 47.6% of tablets and equal to that of 17.6% of tablets.
Process node
14 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >40 nm
This tablet is built on a 14 nm process node, which is smaller than the node size used in 45% of tablets and equal to the node used in 8.6% of tablets.
Internal storage
64 GB
Market range: <0 GB – >250 GB
This tablet has an internal storage capacity of 64 GB which is larger than the storage of 39.5% of tablets and equal to that of 17.1% of tablets.
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
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Chipset
Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y
This tablet uses the Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y chipset, which is less advanced than the chipsets in 55.9% of tablets.
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Screen resolution
1920×1280
This tablet has a screen resolution of 1920×1280 which is higher than that of 66.4% of tablets and equal to that of 1.1% of tablets.
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >120 Hz
This tablet supports a refresh rate of 60 Hz which is equal to that in 73.8% of tablets.
Display type
IPS LCD
This tablet uses a IPS LCD display type. 17% of tablets use this display technology.
Pixel density
220 ppi
Market range: <149 ppi – >291 ppi
This tablet has a pixel density of 220 ppi which is lower than that of 50.2% of tablets and equal to that of 1.6% of tablets.
Display glass type
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
This tablet uses Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display glass which is stronger than that on 80.1% of tablets and equal to that on 11.2% of tablets.
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Optical image stabilization
no
This tablet does not support optical image stabilization. 0.4% of tablets include OIS.
Main camera megapixels
8 MP
Market range: <3.15 MP – >13 MP
This tablet has a main camera resolution of 8 MP which is higher than that of 36.5% of tablets and equal to that of 31.8% of tablets.
Front camera megapixels
5 MP
Market range: <1.2 MP – >9 MP
This tablet has a front camera resolution of 5 MP which is higher than in 48.8% of tablets and equal to that in 19.6% of tablets.
Main camera aperture
f/2.0
This tablet has a main camera aperture of f/2.0 which is wider than that of 57.5% of tablets and equal to that of 24.5% of tablets.
Optical zoom
N/A
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Battery capacity
3,500 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >10.1k mAh
This tablet has a battery capacity of 3,500 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 92.5% of tablets and equal to those in 1% of tablets.
Charging speed
24 W
Market range: <10 W – >60 W
This tablet supports charging speeds of 24 W which is faster than in 69% of tablets and equal to speeds in 1.4% of tablets.
Battery life
10 hours
Market range: <6 hours – >16 hours
This tablet has a battery life of 10 hours, which is longer than that of 39.1% of tablets and equal to that of 20.5% of tablets.
Wireless charging
no
This tablet does not support wireless charging. 1.5% of tablets support wireless charging.
Fast charging
yes
This tablet supports fast charging. 50.4% of tablets support fast charging.
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LTE support
yes
This tablet supports LTE. 36.8% of tablets include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This tablet supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 0.2% of tablets offer Wi-Fi support.
GPS
yes
This tablet supports GPS. 17.3% of tablets include GPS functionality.
5G connectivity
no
This tablet does not support 5G connectivity. 11.1% of tablets support 5G.
NFC
no
This tablet does not support NFC. 10.9% of tablets support NFC.
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Operating system
Windows
This tablet uses the Windows operating system, which is less advanced than the one used by 84.1%.
Update support duration
medium
This tablet offers medium update support, which is longer than the support period of 47.3% of tablets and equal to that of 32.6% of tablets.
Direct OS updates
yes
This tablet receives direct OS updates. 20.3% of tablets receive direct updates.
On-device AI
no
This tablet does not support on-device AI. 28.3% of tablets support this capability.
App tracking protection
no
This tablet does not include app tracking protection. 28.3% of tablets include app tracking protection.
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IP rating
not rated
This tablet has an IP rating of not rated which is lower than that of 16.3% of tablets and equal to that of 83.7% of tablets.
Weight
544 g
Market range: <315 g – >730 g
This tablet weighs 544 g which is heavier than 64.2% of tablets and equal to the weight of 0.4% of tablets.
Backlit keyboard
no
This tablet does not support a backlit keyboard. 9.8% of tablets support backlit keyboards.
Keyboard accessory
yes
This tablet supports a keyboard accessory. 15.8% of tablets support this option.
Pen latency
21 ms
Market range: <2 ms – >26 ms
This tablet has a pen latency of 21 ms, which is higher than that of 76% of tablets and equal to that of 4.9% of tablets.
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Number of microphones
2
Market range: <0 – >5
This tablet includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 55.1% of tablets and equal to the number in 32.7% of tablets.
aptX Adaptive
no
This tablet does not support aptX Adaptive. 6.9% of tablets offer this codec.
Dolby Atmos support
no
This tablet does not support Dolby Atmos. 31.5% of tablets support Dolby Atmos.
N. of speakers
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This tablet includes 2 speakers, which is more than in 9.8% of tablets and equal to the number in 60.9% of tablets.
FM radio
no
This tablet does not include an FM radio. 19% of tablets offer FM radio functionality.
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) vs the average tablet

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  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This tablet supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • 7.6% higher user score
    User score
    8.6/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    ▼
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    Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi
    the average tablet
    Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) has a higher user score than the average tablet (8.61 vs 8.000).
    8.61 vs 8
  • 81.7% more popular
    Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) is more popular than the average tablet (8.74 vs 4.8).
    8.74 vs 4.81
  • More capable chipset
    This tablet uses the Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y chipset, while the average tablet uses MediaTek MT8169A.
    Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y vs MediaTek MT8169A
  • Supports multithreading
    This tablet supports multithreading, the average tablet does not. 0.00% of tablets support multithreading.
  • 20 more GPU execution units
    This tablet has more GPU execution units than the average tablet (24 vs 4). The average tablet has 4 GPU execution units.
    24 vs 4
  • 2x higher memory bandwidth
    This tablet has a higher memory bandwidth than the average tablet (29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s). The average tablet has memory bandwidth of 14.9 GB/s.
    29.8 GB/s vs 14.9 GB/s
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This tablet has a higher contrast ratio than the average tablet (1500:1 vs 1015:1). The average tablet contrast ratio is 1015:1.
    1,500:1 vs 1,015:1
  • Higher screen resolution
    This tablet has a higher screen resolution than the average tablet (1920×1280 vs 1920×1200). The average tablet resolution is 1920×1200.
    1920×1280 vs 1920×1200
  • 0.4 inches larger screen size
    This tablet has a higher screen size than the average tablet (10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches). The average tablet has screen size of 10.1 inches.
    10.5 inches vs 10.1 inches
  • More durable display glass
    This tablet uses better display glass than the average tablet (Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass). Display glass choice still varies across tablets.
    Corning Gorilla Glass 3 vs Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Wider front camera aperture
    This tablet has a better front camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 front camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This tablet has a better main camera aperture than the average tablet (f/2 vs f/2.2). The average tablet uses f/2.2 main camera aperture.
    f/2.0 vs f/2.2
  • Supports fast charging
    This tablet supports fast charging, the average tablet does not. 49.7% of tablets feature fast charging.
  • Includes battery health monitoring
    This tablet features battery health monitoring, the average tablet does not. 37% of tablets include battery health tools.
  • 33.3% faster charging speed
    This tablet supports faster charging than the average tablet (24 W vs 18 W). The average tablet supports charging speed of 18 W.
    24 W vs 18 W
  • Supports DisplayPort over USB-C
    This tablet supports DisplayPort over USB-C, the average tablet does not. 21.5% of tablets support DisplayPort over USB-C.
  • Supports eSIM
    This tablet supports eSIM, the average tablet does not. 11.5% of tablets support eSIM.
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This tablet supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average tablet (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)). The average tablet uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
  • Newer USB version
    This tablet supports a newer USB version than the average tablet (USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2). The average tablet uses USB USB 2.0.
    USB 3.2 Gen 1 vs USB 2.0
  • Allows app offloading
    This tablet allows app offloading, the average tablet does not. 26.4% of tablets support app offloading.
  • Supports dynamic theme
    This tablet features dynamic themes, the average tablet does not. 29% of tablets offer dynamic theming.
  • Suitable for drawing
    This tablet is suitable for drawing, the average tablet is not. 41% of tablets are suitable for drawing.
  • Supports stylus tilt
    This tablet supports stylus tilt, the average tablet does not. 33.6% of tablets support stylus tilt.
  • 1 more microphone/s
    This tablet has more microphones than the average tablet (2 vs 1). The average tablet has 1 microphones.
    2 vs 1
  • 46.8% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 15% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.7 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.7 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 53.9% more expensive
    Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) is more expensive than the average tablet (£400 vs £260).
    £400 vs £260
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    This tablet has less CPU threads than the average tablet (4 vs 6). The average tablet has 6 CPU threads.
    4 vs 6
  • No big.LITTLE architecture
    This tablet does not use a big.LITTLE architecture, the average tablet does. 51.3% of tablets use a big.LITTLE architecture.
  • 15% lower CPU speed
    This tablet has a lower CPU speed than the average tablet (1.7 GHz vs 2 GHz). The average tablet has CPU speed of 2 GHz.
    1.7 GHz vs 2 GHz
  • 1.8% lower pixel density
    This tablet has a lower pixel density than the average tablet (220 ppi vs 224 ppi). The average tablet has pixel density of 224 ppi.
    220 ppi vs 224 ppi
  • No manual white balance
    This tablet does not allow manual white balance adjustments, the average tablet does. 51.6% of tablets include white balance controls.
  • 46.8% smaller battery capacity
    This tablet has a lower battery capacity than the average tablet (3,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh). The average tablet battery has capacity of 6,580 mAh.
    3,500 mAh vs 6,580 mAh
  • No cellular module
    This tablet does not have a cellular module, the average tablet does. 59.3% of tablets include a cellular module.
  • Less advanced operating system
    This tablet runs on a less advanced operating system than the average tablet (Windows vs Android). Operating system choice shapes app support, updates, and ecosystem features.
    Windows vs Android
  • No camera/mic privacy toggles
    This tablet lacks camera and microphone privacy toggles, the average tablet includes them. 56.2% of tablets offer these toggles.
  • No full-page screenshots
    This tablet does not support full-page screenshots, the average tablet does. 52.5% of tablets support full-page screenshots.
  • 12 ms higher pen latency
    This tablet has higher pen latency than the average tablet (21 ms vs 9 ms). The average tablet has pen latency of 9 ms.
    21 ms vs 9 ms
  • 11% heavier
    This tablet is heavier than the average tablet (544 g vs 490 g). The average tablet weighs 490 g.
    544 g vs 490 g
  • 1 points lower iFixit repairability score
    This tablet has a lower repairability score than the average tablet (3 points vs 4 points). The average tablet repairability score is 4 points.
    3 points vs 4 points

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

8.0
Tech Spurt
≈ estimated
07/09/2020
Full review · benchmarks, gaming and daily use
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi is very portable and good for travel, but performance is limited and it's not worth upgrading from last year's model.
9.0
Windows Central
≈ estimated
26/06/2020
Hands-on review · display, performance and battery tests
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi is excellent, one of the favourite Surface products and a great choice for students and business, though not for everyone.
7.0
My Next Tablet
≈ estimated
15/06/2020
Long-term review · battery test and daily Windows use
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi is a good Windows-only second device, but most people should choose an iPad or Android tablet.
8.0
Lee-Loi Chieng
≈ estimated
05/06/2020
Long-term test · nearly a month of daily use
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi is good for basic Windows productivity, but Windows tablet mode is a real hurdle for tablet owners.
8.0
The Tech Chap
≈ estimated
29/05/2020
Hands-on review · two weeks of daily use
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi is versatile and attractive, but too small and underpowered for main laptop use, though good for basic tasks.
8.0
Lance Ulanoff
≈ estimated
16/05/2020
Hands-on review · battery, LTE and Windows 10 S tests
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi is a light, fun Windows tablet, best in the Core m3 version, though the cheaper model's performance is unclear.
9.0
Brian Tong
≈ estimated
14/05/2020
Hands-on review · portability, productivity and price comparison
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi is the best mid-range two-in-one for portability and productivity, though app support and typing comfort have limits.
6.0
Engadget
≈ estimated
08/05/2020
Review · performance tests, battery test and buying advice
Verdict
Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi's Core m3 version is the better choice, but the base model is too slow to recommend.
Hands-on video, no verdict
Hands-on video, no verdict
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

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pcmag.com
12/05/2020
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theguardian.com
19/05/2020
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Surface Go 2 review: Microsoft's smaller, cheaper Windows 10 tablet
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gq-magazine.co.uk
27/05/2020
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: A worthy iPad alternative
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galaxus.at
29/05/2020
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thurrott.com
03/06/2020
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moorinsightsstrategy.com
12/06/2020
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 Review: Better Than IPad With A Keyboard For Most Use Cases
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mashable.com
01/08/2020
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: A versatile tablet in a laptop's clothing
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laptopmedia.com
19/11/2020
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review - a tablet that breezes through light workloads
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rtings.com
01/11/2021
Summary of the review
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techradar.com
18/11/2021
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expertreviews.co.uk
01/12/2021
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 review: Tiny but not very mighty
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laptopmag.com
12/04/2022
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ign.com
28/11/2022
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tomsguide.com
12/02/2024
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Go 2 review Would you like to compare the benchmarks between the Pentium Gold and Core m3 WiFi configurations found in these tests?
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trustedreviews.com
19/05/2020
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laptopmedia.com
19/11/2020
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Microsoft Surface Go 2 review - a tablet that breezes through light workloads as a breeze
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onezero.medium.com
15/05/2020
Summary of the review
Microsoft’s Surface Go 2 Is an Ideal Machine for Light Work
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techadvisor.com
11/06/2020
Summary of the review
Microsoft Surface Go 2 Review: A Balancing Act - Tech Advisor
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t3.com
04/07/2022
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tweakers.net
20/06/2020
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

  • Premium magnesium-alloy build quality and solid, adjustable kickstand
  • Excellent 10.5-inch PixelSense display with high brightness and color accuracy
  • Exceptionally lightweight (1.2 lbs) and compact, making it ideal for travel
  • High-quality 1080p front-facing camera with Windows Hello face recognition
  • Silent, fanless design across all models for noise-free operation
  • Improved connectivity including WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5, and a microSDXC card reader

What customers don't like about Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB)

  • Weak performance on the base Pentium Gold model, which struggles with multitasking
  • Essential Type Cover keyboard and Surface Pen are sold separately, significantly increasing total cost
  • Relatively short battery life for a tablet, typically averaging 5 to 7 hours in real-world use
  • The 10-inch Type Cover keyboard is reported by many users as being cramped for long typing sessions
  • Limited port selection with only one USB-C port and no USB-A ports
  • Slow eMMC storage in the 64GB entry-level configuration compared to the SSD in higher tiers

Verdict

The Microsoft Surface Go 2 WiFi (4GB + 64GB) is an ultra-portable 2-in-1 tablet featuring a 10.5-inch PixelSense touchscreen with a sharp 1920 x 1280 resolution and a 3:2 aspect ratio. Powered by an Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y processor with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of eMMC storage, it excels in build quality with its premium magnesium chassis and integrated multi-position kickstand. Key strengths include its high-quality 5MP 1080p front-facing camera with Windows Hello facial recognition, dual studio microphones, and impressive battery life reaching up to 10 hours of typical use. However, this base model is limited by slower eMMC storage compared to SSD-equipped versions and may experience performance lag during heavy multitasking; additionally, essential accessories like the Type Cover and Surface Pen are sold separately.

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