Microsoft Surface Go

10", Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y, 8 GB, 128 GB

Product details

It offers the power and endurance of a laptop, the mobility of a tablet, and a stunning touchscreen combined with the power of Windows 10.

Key specifications

Processor family
Pentium Mobile
Memory
8 GB
SSD capacity
128 GB
Operating System Version
Windows 10 in S mode
Image resolution
1800 x 1200 pixels
Graphics card model
Intel HD Graphics
Item number
9152222

General information

Manufacturer
Category
Manufacturer no.
MCZ-00003
Release date
28.8.2018

Colour

Colour group
Grey
Silver
Exact colour description
Platinum

Application range

Notebook type
Convertible Laptop

Processor

Processor family
Pentium Mobile
Processor type
Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y
Processor clock frequency
1.60 GHz
Max. TDP
6 W
Number of processor cores
2 -Core
Number of threads
4
Cache
2 MB

Memory

Total memory
8 GB
Onboard memory
8 GB
Max. supported memory
8 GB
Memory type
LPDDR3-RAM
Storage clock frequency
1866 MHz

Material

Material group
Metal
Specific material description
Magnesium

Onboard graphics properties

Graphics chip (GPU)
Intel UHD Graphics
Graphics card model
HD Graphics 615

Dedicated graphics card properties

Graphics card model
Intel HD Graphics
Video memory type
Shared Memory

Display properties

Display resolution
WUXGA
Image resolution
1800 x 1200 pixels
Refresh rate
60 Hz
Aspect ratio
3:2
Display functions
Ambient light sensor
Fold-out
Integrated loudspeakers
Integrated microphone
Touch screen
Display size (inches)
10"
Screen surface
High gloss
Panel technology
IPS

Data storage overview

Disk type
SSD
Total capacity
128 GB
SSD capacity
128 GB

Optical drive

Optical drive type
No drive

Card slots

Memory card type
microSDXC

Connections

Audio Connections
Jack 3.5mm (1x)
Data ports
Docking connection

Operating system

Operating system
Windows
Operating System Version
Windows 10 in S mode
Language
English
French
German
Italian
Operating system architecture
64-bit

Audio functions

Notebook speaker type
Dolby Audio Premium
Audio channel
Stereo

Camera properties

Front camera resolution
5 Mpx
Max. Video resolution front camera
1920 x 1080 pixels
Camera resolution
8 Mpx
Max. Video resolution rear camera
1920 x 1080 pixels

Safety

Safety
Trusted Platform Module

Wireless transmission

Wireless transmission
Bluetooth
Wi-Fi
Bluetooth version
4.1

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi 1 / 802.11b
Wi-Fi 2 / 802.11a
Wi-Fi 3 / 802.11g
Wi-Fi 4 / 802.11n
Wi-Fi 5 / 802.11ac

Battery properties

Battery type
Li-ion
Max. battery life
9 h

Case properties

Sensors
Light sensor

Scope of delivery

Scope of delivery
Power supply

Product dimensions

Height
0.83 cm
Depth
17.50 cm
Width
24.50 cm
Weight
0.52 kg

Package dimensions

Length
37.60 cm
Width
28.50 cm
Height
5 cm
Weight
1.24 kg

Reviews & Ratings

Statutory warranty score

How often does a product of this brand in the «Notebooks» category have a defect within the first 24 months?

Source: Galaxus
  • 3.Huawei
    1,6 %
  • 3.LG
    1,6 %
  • 3.Microsoft
    1,6 %
  • 3.Samsung
    1,6 %
  • 7.HP
    1,9 %

Statutory warranty case duration

How many working days on average does it take to process a warranty claim from when it arrives at the service centre until it’s back with the customer?

Source: Galaxus
  • 8.Huawei
    9 days
  • 8.Lenovo
    9 days
  • 10.Microsoft
    10 days
  • 11.Medion
    13 days
  • 12.Captiva
    16 days

Return rate

How often is a product of this brand in the «Notebooks» category returned?

Source: Galaxus
  • 2.Dell
    3,3 %
  • 2.Lenovo
    3,3 %
  • 2.Microsoft
    3,3 %
  • 5.HP
    3,7 %
  • 6.Apple
    4,1 %
Source: Galaxus

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Overall ratingVery good80/100
Good79/100
Rank 3 out of 4Stiftung WarentestMobile Computer seit 12/2018 - Tablets mit Tastatur (Detachables)ReleaseJanuary 2019

Tablets with keyboard - for creative artists Target group. Tablets with keyboard are the right choice for users who mostly work with their finger or pen, but do not want to do without a physical keyboard for writing work. Product. The keyboard can be removed completely, so tablets are nice and flat and light when on the move and even more flexible than convertibles...

Good73/100
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Computer BildSingle testReleaseDecember 2018

The Surface Go is light, slim, offers sufficient performance and has a high-quality finish. However, the Windows 10, which is only moderately suitable for tablets, and a meagre basic configuration prevented a better final score.

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CT MagazinSingle testReleaseNovember 2018

If you don't mind the comparatively high price, the Surface Go is an attractive Windows mobile computer for many everyday purposes. However, the limited computing power restricts the useful areas of application; for example, it is not sufficient for video editing or complicated photo processing...

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CHIP OnlineSingle testReleaseOctober 2018
  • PositivePowerful display
  • PositiveFleet everyday performance
  • PositiveHigh quality workmanship
  • NegativeWindows 10 in S-Mode
  • NegativeFew connections

Microsoft's Surface Go is the smallest and also the cheapest member of the Surface line-up - and it comes with a price tag of around 550 euros. Nevertheless, the bargain Surface scores points in the test with a high-quality look, top workmanship and a strong 10-inch display. The features, scope of delivery and operating system, on the other hand, are significantly slimmed down, which is why the Surface...

Very good83/100
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notebooks-und-mobiles.deSingle testReleaseOctober 2018
  • PositiveInterfaces
  • PositiveDisplay
  • PositiveEmissions
  • PositiveHousing properties
  • NegativePower consumption WLAN
  • NegativePricing accessories
Very good83/100
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curved.deSingle testReleaseOctober 2018
  • PositivePerfect to go
  • NegativeHousing edges do not flatter the hand

If you want your luggage to be as small as possible, the Surface Go is the ideal companion. It is a true Surface tablet, only smaller and cheaper - and also somehow an iPad with Windows. Its display looks smart, the casing is stable and well-made, and the integrated stand is very helpful - especially because you don't want to hold it in your hand forever...