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Microsoft was already tipped to launch the new Surface Laptop Go 2 which is pegged as an improved version of the original Surface Laptop Go launched a few years back. Now, the company has officially launched the same which the company said will start at $599. However, while most of the specifications remain the same as the Surface Laptop Go, the biggest change introduced in the Go 2 model is the inclusion of the more recent 11th generation Intel Core i5 processor.
The display is still the same 12.4-inch panel having a 3:2 aspect ratio and a resolution of 1536 x 1024 pixels. The range starts with the model having 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage which is priced at $599.99. Thereafter, there is the model with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage which is priced at $699.99. The top-of-the-line model comes with the same 8 GB of RAM but with storage doubled to 256 GB. The top model comes for $799.99.
Then there are commercial models available as well which come with the same configuration but cost $100 more. The top commercial model comes with 16 GB of RAM along with 256 GB of storage and is priced at a quite hefty $1099.99. All other specifications remain the same as the standard consumer model.
Coming to ports, there is a single USB-A and USB-C port available, as is a 3.5mm headphone jack and the standard Microsoft Surface charging interface. Besides these, the laptop also supports Wi-Fi 6 wireless connectivity. Other features the laptop comes with include a fingerprint sensor integrated within the power button. There are dual microphones included which happen to be the same as that on the predecessor.
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- 256GB Solid State Drive, 16GB RAM, Intel Core i5-1135G7 CPU, Convenient security with Windows Hello sign-in, plus Fingerprint Power Button with Windows Hello and One Touch sign-in on select models., Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi: 802.11ax Wireless LAN, Run your favorite apps and keep up on social media with a 11th Gen Intel Core Processor.
The Surface Laptop Go 2 however runs Windows 11 this time. This is a huge improvement over the Surface Laptop Go that came pre-installed with the Windows 10 S version of the OS which limited the choice of apps to only those that the Microsoft Store offers. However, with Windows 11 pre-installed, users have a lot more flexibility when it comes to the choice of apps. Microsoft is also claiming a run time of 13.5 hours on a single full charge.
Another highlight of the new Surface Laptop Go 2 is that it comes with more replaceable components this time. This applies to the display and battery along with the keyboard and the trackpad. However, it is only the authorized Microsoft service centers that are certified to carry out a component replacement job.
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- 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.
Microsoft is already accepting pre-orders for the Surface Laptop Go 2 while shipping is set to commence from June 7 onwards.
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- This Certified Refurbished product is tested and certified to look and work like new. The refurbishing process includes functionality testing, basic cleaning, inspection, and repackaging. The product ships with all relevant accessories, a minimum 90-day warranty, and may arrive in a generic box.
- 256GB Solid State Drive, 16GB RAM, Intel Core i5-1135G7 CPU, Convenient security with Windows Hello sign-in, plus Fingerprint Power Button with Windows Hello and One Touch sign-in on select models., Integrated Intel UHD Graphics
- Bluetooth, Wi-Fi: 802.11ax Wireless LAN, Run your favorite apps and keep up on social media with a 11th Gen Intel Core Processor.
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