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Microsoft has launched the new Surface Go which has turned out to be the new cheaper Surface Pro alternative that we knew the company has been into making for some time now. And the best thing with the new 10-inch hybrid device is that it starts at $399, which makes the Surface Go the new entry-level device to get into the Surface family of tablets.
The lower price tag for the Surface Go should again be an indication of it packing slightly lesser capable specifications compared to the Surface Pro. Power comes from an Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y processor that works in conjugation with either a 4 GB or 8 GB RAM. Likewise, storage options include 64 GB and 128 GB respectively.
Microsoft also said the Surface Go should be good to go 9 hours on a single charge, which the company attributed to the low power sipping qualities of the new 7th gen Intel Gold chip. Another key aspect of the Intel Gold chip is its low thermal signature, which allowed Microsoft to adopt a fanless design for the Surface Go.
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Things are however all too familiar from the design point of view, with the Surface Go having the same iconic rear hinge arrangement that is typical of all Surface devices. However, as has already been stated, the display is smaller at 10-inches though the surrounding bezels are a tad thicker and does stick out in today’s age when bezel-less designs are more of the norm than an exception. The display though looks sparkling clear thanks to its 1800 X 1200-pixel resolution.
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- 【Processor】This Surface GO Touchscreen Tablet is powered by Intel Pentium 4415Y dual-core, quad-thread processor (base frequency 1.6GHz, 6W low-power design), which balances performance and endurance to easily cope with office software, multitasking browsing, and light creative needs.
- 【RAM and Storage】This Microsoft Surface Go tablet features 8GB of LPDDR3 memory and a 128GB NVMe SSD, which dramatically improves multitasking speed and system response for file storage and software operation.
- 【10in touch display】Elevate your computing with the Microsoft Surface Go Touchscreen Tablet PC, featuring a 10-inch PixelSense display with a resolution of 1800x1200 pixels. The interactive touchscreen provides a dynamic and responsive interface, enhancing your overall user experience. Surface signature 3:2 ratio lets you see more, do more, and browse better with the most vertical screen real estate on a laptop.
- 【Connectivity and Tech Specs】This Microsoft tablet weighs just 522 grams and is 8.3mm thick, with a metal body that integrates an infinitely adjustable stand; it comes with USB-C 3.1, a Surface Connect charging port, and a 3.5mm headphone jack
- 【Win 11 Pro System】This refurbished Surface GO Tablet comes pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro operating system, which is seamlessly compatible with all kinds of software and applications, with powerful system features and security performance, providing you with a more stable and efficient using experience.
And so far as ports are concerned, the Surface Go comes with the same Surface Connector port which again is typical of all Surface Pro devices. Then there is the USB-C 3.1 port as well that can also be used to charge the tablet or for transferring data.
On the software front, the Surface Go comes pre-loaded with Windows 10, with the S Mode enabled by default. That makes the device to be able to run only those apps available at the Windows Store. That said, there is always the provision to revert to the standard Windows 10 platform which is less restricting than Windows 10S.
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- 10.5" PixelSense 10-Point Touch Display | UP TO 3.4Hz Intel Core m3 Processor | Amazon Renewed | Microsoft Refurbished
- 1920 x 1280 Screen Resolution (216 ppi) | 8GB RAM | 128GB SSD Storage | Type Cover and all other Accessories SOLD SEPARATELY
- Integrated Intel HD Graphics 615 | MicroSD Media Card Reader | Lightest Surface yet, starting at just 1.15 lbs.
- 1 x USB-C 3.5 mm headphone jack 1 x Surface Connect port Surface Type Cover Port MicroSDXC Card Reader (UHS-I) Compatible with Surface Dial
- USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Headphone Jack, All-day battery life, with up to 9 hours of unplugged power, Windows 11 Professional
The keyboard again is an optional extra that costs another $99. That applies to the standard fare done up in black though there also is the Alcantara type cover for a more luxurious feel but costs more at $129. There also is the Surface Pen that one can opt for but again costs another $99. The $34.99 Surface Mobile Mouse rounds off the official list of accessories Microsoft has come up for the Surface Go.
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Microsoft Surface Go 3-10.5" Touch-Screen - Intel Pentium Gold-4GB Memory - 64GB SSD - WiFi - Platinum Windows 11 PRO (Renewed)
- 10.5" PixelSense 10-Point Touch Display | UP TO 3.4Hz Intel Pentium Gold Processor | Amazon Renewed | Microsoft Refurbished | Windows 11 PRO
- 1920 x 1280 Screen Resolution (216 ppi) | 4GB RAM | 64GB SSD Storage | Type Cover and all other Accessories SOLD SEPARATELY
- Integrated Intel HD Graphics 615 | MicroSD Media Card Reader | Lightest Surface yet, starting at just 1.15 lbs.
- 1 x USB-C 3.5 mm headphone jack 1 x Surface Connect port Surface Type Cover Port MicroSDXC Card Reader (UHS-I) Compatible with Surface Dial
- USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Headphone Jack, All-day battery life, with up to 9 hours of unplugged power, Windows 11 Professional
The Surface Go has been priced $399 which applies to the base version with 4 GB of RAM and 64 GB of SSD storage. Next up is the version with 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of solid-state storage and costs $549. Both the model are Wi-Fi enables with the LTE models slated to come up later.
Pre-orders starts July 10 with shipments to begin starting next month.
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- 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 hours (1) 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.
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