Microsoft Surface Laptop Go
Expert reviews
The overall review score is calculated from averaging this product's international review scores.
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11/23/2021
SummaryTaken in totality, there are quite a few compromises being made by Microsoft, particularly in the cheapest £549 model. This is a laptop you should only consider if you're prepared to treat it like a Chromebook – to access cloud-based apps and mainly store...
expertreviews.co.ukProsBeautiful design, Excellent display, Fingerprint reader and Windows Hello webcam
ConsCheapest model only has 64GB storage and 4GB of RAM
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01/20/2021
SummaryThe Microsoft Surface Laptop Go is a compelling affordable laptop. It pulls on much of the design and quality of Microsoft's established Surface range, without cutting features to the bone. There are some quirks - such as a noisy fan, a limited numbers of...
pocket-lint.comProsGreat design that looks and feels beyond the asking price,Comfortable typing and trackpad experience,Proper processor means it's capable outside of Windows 10 S
ConsFan can be loud and whistly when power is plugged in,No keyboard backlighting,Limited RAM/storage on entry model,Middling battery life,Less-than-Full-HD screen
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12/23/2020
SummaryWith the Surface Laptop Go, Microsoft has tried to make an affordable laptop for the masses - or at least for students. While performance and battery life are underwhelming, the laptop is well built and designed, and will serve you well for day-to-day com...
T3.comProsWell-built and lightweight,Impressive 12.4-inch, 3:2 aspect ratio display,Copes with most tasks comfortably,
ConsAverage battery life, Average specs on the cheapest configuration, Average performance,
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12/18/2020
SummaryMicrosoft has a really good lower-cost Windows 10 laptop in it, but unfortunately the Surface Laptop Go isn't quite it.It has many of the right elements: a great keyboard, good trackpad, nice look and reasonable performance. But it also runs hot, has weak...
theguardian.comProssolid performance, good keyboard and trackpad, fingerprint scanner in midorhigh model, USBC, nice look, solid build, recycled plastic
Consweak battery life, runs hot, no backlit keys, screen not that crisp and not 1080p HD, not that much cheaper than premium machines, software niggles
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12/16/2020
SummaryConsidering the success of the Surface Go line, it was perhaps inevitable that Microsoft would release a cheaper clamshell device at some point. The Surface Laptop Go is exactly that, although it doesn't quite hit the mark.The big factor is price, with th...
techadvisor.co.ukProsThin and light, Impressive keyboard, Solid performance on top-spec model
ConsNo backlit keys, Average battery life, Comparatively expensive
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12/14/2020
SummaryDiluting down the Surface formula was always going to require a few compromises. The Laptop Go is a well-built and lightweight machine that truly looks the part, but is let down by a few key omissions and cut-backs. Budget alternatives offer more storage...
stuff.tvProsLight and well-built, Vibrant 3:2 aspect touchscreen, Full-size keyboard and expansive touchpad
ConsInternals merely average for the money, No backlit keyboard, Battery life only average
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12/02/2020
SummaryThe Surface Laptop Go is a fantastic device at a super-affordable price. It offers decent performance and comfortable keyboard that's ideal for students, office workers and social media addicts alike. The low-resolution display means it isn't the best for...
trustedreviews.comProsIncredible value, Small and classy design, Excellent performance, Comfortable keyboard,
ConsLow-resolution display, No keyboard backlight, No fingerprint scanner on base configuration,
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11/03/2020
SummaryWe think Microsoft can chalk this up as another successful downsizing: although the Surface Laptop Go's cutbacks are more frequently felt than on the Surface Go 2, it's still clearly a laptop that's been crafted with care.That said, it's important not to...
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10/13/2020
SummaryYes. The Surface Laptop Go makes sacrifices to hit a low price, but its 3:2 aspect ratio, solid processor, and good battery life help set it apart from the pack.Editors' RecommendationsMicrosoft unveils the budget-friendly Surface Laptop Go and new Surfac...
Digitaltrends.comProsThin and light, Comfortable keyboard and trackpad, Good port selection, Good performance
ConsNo backlit keyboard, Display's pixel density is low, No Surface Pen support
Retail prices reported as of 23 May 2022 11:54:00 GMT