Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Core i5

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80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: Affordable on-the-go machine
Source: Hardware Zone
The Surface Laptop Go finally satisfies customers that find it hard to pay a premium price for the regular Surface Laptop, while also satisfying their need for a more powerful machine as compared to a very low-powered (and much smaller screen) Surface Go. Even though the screen may not be Full HD equivalent, it's still decent to use and we didn't find it a drawback, plus at the same time, it offers much better portability than other full-fledged Surface devices (apart from Go). To recap, here are the configurations and prices for Surface Laptop Go, noting that all of them come with Intel Ice Lake Core i5-1035G1 processor:-
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 75% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: Affordable on-the-go machine
Source: Hardware Zone
So all said and done, the advantages of the Surface Laptop Go is that it's more compact and is much more affordable than other options. As long you don't really require the extra performance potential and you really just need a simple, no-nonsense traditional laptop (with a touchscreen as a bonus) that can get by with everyday Microsoft applications or cloud applications, and you value portability particularly, the S$1,088 Surface Laptop Go is an easy recommendation. Students can also get 5% off the recommended retail price when making the purchase at the Microsoft Store.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/23/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 80% performance: 75% mobility: 90% workmanship: 80%

70% Surface Laptop Go review: Compact and dependable
Source: Gadgets Now
The Surface Laptop Go reminds us a lot of the MacBook Air. It’s light, thin and looks great. If someone wants to shift from the world of Mac to the ‘dark’ side of Windows then the Surface Laptop Go makes a compelling case with its design and form factor. Microsoft isn’t selling this as a premium product and it’s evident from the display, lack of backlit keyboard and the choice of processor. The Surface Laptop Go does a lot of things right but it faces a lot of competition — from mid-range workhorses and MacBook Air. Having said that, if you are in the market for a thin, light and a dependable laptop, the Surface Laptop Go can go right at the top of your list.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 70%

78% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Review: The Best Window to Windows?
Source: Tech PP
The Surface Laptop Go is Microsoft's attempt to make a light and compact laptop that still has enough power to run your multimedia files. Considering the 'Go' moniker. has Microsoft compromised on anything to make it the cheapest laptop in its repertoire? We find out in our Surface Laptop Go review.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/16/2021
Rating: Total score: 78% price: 80% performance: 70% display: 80% workmanship: 90%

80% Surface Laptop Go review: A value for money Surface from Microsoft
Source: India Today
Microsoft has gone aggressive with the Surface Laptop Go pricing, which starts at Rs 63,499 for the Core i5, 4GB RAM, and 64GB storage. However, we wish that the entry-level model shipped with at least 8GB of RAM and 128GB storage. The company has also gone aggressive with its strategy to offer the Surface Laptop Go in both commercial and consumer SKUs. We reviewed the i5 model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage and comes at Rs 91,999. While we cannot comment about low-specced versions of the Surface Laptop Go but the one we used was a good value for money package.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/15/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%

90% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: The notebook for writers and bloggers
Source: The Indian Express
From the moment I started working on the Surface Laptop Go, I have fallen in love with it. The fact that it’s small and lightweight, and also has a full-size keyboard, and is powerful enough to get the work done makes the Surface Laptop Go winner for writers and journalists. Yes, it is a little pricey, but you are paying the premium price for the Surface brand.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/26/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: Style on a budget
Source: Pocket Lint
Although there are some quirks - such as a whistly fan, a low numbers of ports, and limited storage in the entry-level model - otherwise the balance of features and performance make for a compelling affordable laptop.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 01/20/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%

Surface Laptop Go: Premium feel for a mid-range price, but Microsoft's Apple-like range once meant more than this
Source: The Register
The other is that Microsoft's effort to reinvent Windows as a touch-friendly operating system to rival the iPad has utterly failed. We rarely see a Surface device used without a keyboard, and Windows 10 retreated (by necessity) from the Windows 8 vision.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/30/2020

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: a lightweight laptop perfect for students
Source: T3
With 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 computing.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/22/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%

70% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review
Source: Tech Advisor
The Surface Laptop Go is an enjoyable device to use, but sub-par battery life and a lack of competitive specs mean most people will find better value for money elsewhere.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/21/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%

70% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review
Source: Tech Advisor
The Surface Laptop Go is an enjoyable device to use, but sub-par battery life and a lack of competitive specs mean most people will find better value for money elsewhere.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/16/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review
Source: Stuff TV
The middle-ground model seems like the best value, but even then there's no shortage of keenly-priced alternatives. Still, if you don't mind paying a premium for good design, even when on a mid-range budget, the Go's styling is tough to beat.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/14/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review – good quality ultrabook for students
Source: Laptop Media
Before saying anything, we want to address something. The “Education” version of this notebook has a model, equipped with only 4GB of memory and 64GB of eMMC storage. If you want our advice – stay away from this configuration. 4GB is not nearly enough for a Windows 10 system, and you will be stuck with the S version, because of the lack of RAM upgradeability. Also, the eMMC storage is multiple times slower than the SSD inside of our unit, which reached Read/Write speeds of 2028/822 MB/s – something respectable for a laptop of this caliber.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/09/2020

90% Surface Laptop Go Review
Source: Trusted Reviews
The 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 streaming Netflix, but it will be tough to find better value elsewhere.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/02/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%

Surface Laptop Go: A Surface for even more places
Source: On MSFT
Thankfully, because of consolidation on I/O peripherals, I was able to power an entire workstation that included a secondary monitor, microphones, speakers, webcam, external hard drives, and wireless chargers, all without a hitch using a single USB-C dongle. If you’re looking to replace or build a workstation at home for anything shy of production or engineering level workflows, the Surface Laptop Go is a decent alternative and helps to fill in the gaps in Microsoft’s personal computing ethos that emphasizes ‘surfaces everywhere.’
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/25/2020

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Review - A Lightweight Windows 10 Laptop
Source: Lon.TV
Microsoft released a nice little laptop in their Surface line called the Laptop Go. It even runs Linux!
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/25/2020

The Surface Laptop Go Is A Beautiful Budget Laptop With A Hollow Interior
Source: Reviewed.com
If you want a premium-looking laptop with insane battery life and you have toddler-sized hands, this is a good laptop for you. Despite its humble sub $600 price tag, it drips of the same premium build quality that the rest of the Surface lineup has had since its inception. Beyond the (ahem) surface, the Surface Laptop Go has a reasonably powered Intel Core i5 mobile processor that will do for emails, social media, and some video streaming. It's a shame that you'll have to settle for watching your videos in less than 1080P, with the fans blowing at full speed for little reason.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/04/2020

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: Another shrunk-down Surface
Source: It Pro
We 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 get carried away thinking the Surface Laptop Go is a budget masterpiece; with this model’s For Business bonuses, it’s only a few notes less expensive than a mid-spec Surface Laptop 3. Personally, we’d be more tempted by the next model down from this, which is identical save for having 8GB of RAM, yet represents a hefty £168 saving before VAT.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%

Surface Laptop Go Review: Best mini laptop you shouldn’t buy
Source: Mobile Syrup
Frankly, the pricing is the most disappointing part of the Laptop Go. There is almost no reason to spend this much money on what the Laptop Go offers. Anyone looking to get something similar can find a cheaper, better version from another PC-maker like Acer.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/22/2020

Surface Laptop Go review: Microsoft delivers a decent budget PC
Source: Good Gear Guide
Microsoft’s Surface Laptop Go is a solid budget laptop reaching for good rather than great. Until Intel and its partners manage to push its 11th-gen Tiger Lake notebooks out the door, this really is the time of AMD’s mobile Ryzen. A laptop like our Editor’s Choice-winning $655 Acer Swift 3-SF314-42-R9YN is still available, and even some grumbling about thermals on Amazon’s product page shouldn’t turn you off. Walmart’s Motile M142, at $500, was also surprisingly good. Acer’s Spin 3 offers a third choice, which you can buy from Costco for $650. It too, outperforms the Surface Laptop Go, and for a lower price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/14/2020

Surface Laptop Go review: A solid starter PC, with limits
Source: Engadget
Microsoft's Surface Laptop Go is the newest in their smaller, cheaper "Go" line. The Surface Laptop is impressively light, though this is partly due to a plastic base. It feel sturdy, but less premium than the all-aluminum laptops many folks are used it.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/14/2020

81% Surface Laptop Go review: A solid starter PC, with limits
Source: Engadget
As a stab at a budget machine with decent performance, the Surface Laptop Go is a success. It delivers premium-feeling style with hardware that’ll be fast enough for general users. But if you dig a bit closer, compromises abound.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 81%

Surface Laptop Go Review: Microsoft’s Value Play Delivers
Source: Hot Hardware
For $100 less, the 256 GB version of the Surface Laptop Go could have been a huge win for Microsoft, but in the end we think most users would be better off saving some cash and getting the 128 GB model at $699. There's enough performance on tap and storage for the apps most people need without breaking the bank on a high-end portable. For that reason, we'll tip the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go with our Recommended Award. Just keep in mind that we think its midrange configuration is the best value in the Surface Laptop Go line-up, for most people other than power users.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2020

60% Surface Laptop Go Review: A Case Study In Cost Cutting
Source: The Verge
It’s understandable to cut corners for a good price. Some (like the lack of facial recognition) are understandable at $900. But this laptop doesn’t fit into today’s market. It’s too expensive to compete in the budget space, and it makes too many compromises to rise to the top of the midrange. When it goes on sale, maybe take another look.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 60%

70% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review
Source: Laptop Mag
I admire the concept behind the Surface Laptop Go. We too often shine the spotlight on the most expensive products when most consumers can get a perfectly capable laptop for under $1,000. What the Surface Laptop Go brings to the table is one of, if not the most, elegant designs in this price range. A few trade-offs were made to keep the price down, but those don't prevent the Surface Laptop Go from feeling any less expensive than the MacBooks and XPSs of the laptop world.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%

70% Surface Laptop Go Review – Microsoft’s compromise
Source: Slashgear
If, however, you’re willing to spend a little extra to treat your fingertips to a fantastic keyboard and trackpad, or on elevated industrial design that looks and feels a cut above that of most similarly-priced notebooks, the Surface Laptop Go makes more sense. Like other members of the Surface family, this newest model isn’t necessarily for everyone. Instead, it’s for those who can afford to budget for the areas where Microsoft has clearly focused the most.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 70%

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go
Source: PC Mag
That said, you can find other potentially better budget-friendly options out there. We especially like the Editors-Choice-winning IdeaPad Flex 5 for its extraordinary blend of value and computing power. Meanwhile, if you can spend just $300 or so more than the asking price of the Surface Laptop Go configuration reviewed here, you can consider a cornucopia of excellent midrange ultraportables, including the 13-inch Surface Laptop 3 and the lowest-end MacBook Air.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2020

90% Surface Laptop Go review
Source: Techradar
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go is without a doubt the standout in the entire Surface lineup, thanks to the ultra-approachable price, excellent build quality and gorgeous display. This laptop will redefine what budget laptops should look like.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%

79% Surface Laptop Go review: The best-looking budget laptop you'll find
Source: CNet
So, should you buy one? I like the Surface Laptop Go, but it's not for everyone. Here's my advice. The $550 model has pitiable storage. Just 64GB, soldered onto the motherboard, and even less after accounting for the OS. Also, running Windows 10 with 4GB of RAM can make a $500 laptop feel like a $400 laptop. I'm surmising that, because I haven't actually tested the $550 version.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 79%

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: The ultra-portable Surface PC
Source: Neowin
The Surface Laptop Go is a really nice little laptop, little being part of the value proposition. It's not just lightweight, but it's compact. I kind of love it. I called it my 'couch PC' earlier, and that's actually significant to me. I review PCs by using them to work. If I grab a laptop to use on the couch, that's all up to what I prefer in the moment.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%

77% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review
Source: Tom's Guide
I love the Surface Laptop Go as the sleek mid-range laptop that it almost is. You can get its great keyboard, elegant chassis and decent performance at a respectable price — if you choose the $699 model. Its display isn't bright enough, nor does its battery last as long, though, for the $900 model to make sense for most folks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/13/2020
Rating: Total score: 77%

Surface Laptop Go is a cheaper, smaller Microsoft laptop with a premium style
Source: CNet
With a touchscreen, sharp design and $549 starting price, this may be the new go-to budget laptop for remote learning or working from home. The Arm-powered Surface Pro X is also getting an upgrade.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/01/2020

Foreign Reviews

83% Surface Laptop Go das preisgünstigste Notebook des Herstellers
Source: PC Welt DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/10/2021
Rating: Total score: 83% performance: 79% features: 71% display: 79% mobility: 86% ergonomy: 91% emissions: 96%

Prueba Microsoft Surface Laptop Go, llévatelo a cualquier parte
Source: Zona Movilidad ES→EN
Negative: Mediocre design; poor display; weak speakers.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/02/2021

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 128 GB. Portátil 12,5" con Intel Core i5-1035G1 y pantalla IPS táctil (649 €)
Source: Ofertaman ES→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight; decent processor; nice display; attractive price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/19/2021

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 128 GB. Portátil 12,5" con Intel Core i5-1035G1 y pantalla IPS táctil (640 €)
Source: Ofertaman ES→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight; decent processor; nice display; good price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 03/03/2021

74% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go
Source: PC Guia PT→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 12/28/2020
Rating: Total score: 74% price: 80%

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review: versátil e compacto, mas com (muitos) compromissos
Source: 4G News PT→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight; USB-C; comfortable keyboard. Negative: Poor display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/10/2020

80% Recensione Surface Laptop Go: la quintessenza di Microsoft (foto e video)
Source: Smart World IT→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/06/2020
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 55% features: 75% display: 80% mobility: 70% workmanship: 80% ergonomy: 85%

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go: il piccolo di famiglia, ma non troppo
Source: Quotidiano Hardware Upgrade IT→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight; impressive design; solid workmanship.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/28/2020

Recensione MICROSOFT SURFACE LAPTOG GO
Source: Andrea Galeazzi IT→EN
Positive: Compact size; light weight. Negative: Poor display; no backlit keys; short battery life; relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/10/2020

40% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go i5-1035G1 (8GB, 256GB SSD) voor consumenten Review
Source: Tweakers NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/12/2021
Rating: Total score: 40%

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go review - Stijlvol en compact
Source: PCM NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 03/02/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%

75% Review: Microsoft Surface Laptop Go, luxe laptop voor onderweg
Source: Techzine NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/28/2020
Rating: Total score: 75%

60% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go – Geen echte instapper
Source: Computer Totaal NL→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/24/2020
Rating: Total score: 60%

80% Test du Microsoft Surface Laptop Go : le PC portable ultraléger qu’on aime prendre avec nous
Source: Frandroid FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/27/2020
Rating: Total score: 80% performance: 70% display: 70% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%

68% On a testé le Surface Laptop Go : que vaut l’adorable PC portable de Microsoft ?
Source: 01Net FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/10/2020
Rating: Total score: 68% performance: 70% mobility: 60%

80% Microsoft Surface Laptop Go : test d'une belle machine à un prix (un peu plus) abordable
Source: CNet France FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/29/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%

81% [Recenzja] Microsoft Surface Laptop Go (+Mobile Mouse) – tanio, ale z sensem!
Source: Android.com.pl PL→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/01/2020
Rating: Total score: 81% performance: 70% display: 80% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%

Jeśli chcecie go kupić, zaczekajcie na promocję. Surface Laptop Go – recenzja
Source: Antyweb PL→EN
Positive: Elegant design; high performance; rich set of ports; flexible fingerprint sensor. Negative: Poor display; no backlit keys; high price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/06/2020

77% Recenze Microsoft Surface Laptop Go: příliš mnoho kompromisů
Source: Smartmania.cz CZ→EN
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/26/2020
Rating: Total score: 77% features: 65% display: 80% mobility: 75% workmanship: 90% ergonomy: 75%

Comment

Intel UHD Graphics G1 (Ice Lake 32 EU): Integrated graphics card in Intel Ice-Lake G1 SoCs based on the new Gen. 11 architecture with 32 of the 64 EUs (Execution Units / Shader Cluster). The clock rate depends on the processor model ranging from 300 MHz base to 1050 - 1100 MHz boost. The Ice-Lake chips are produced in the modern 10nm process at Intel produced.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.

i5-1035G1: Ice-Lake based low power quad core processor for thin and light laptops. Integrated four Sunnycove cores clocked at 1.2 - 3.7 GHz that support Hyperthreading (8 threads). Furthermore, the SoC integrates a Intel UHD Graphics G1 graphics card and Wifi 6 / Thunderbolt partly integrated. The chip is manufactured in the modern 10nm process at Intel.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.

12.40":

This screen diagoal is quite large for tablets but small for subnotebooks. Some convertibles are also represented with that size.

Large display-sizes allow higher resolutions. So, details like letters are bigger. On the other hand, the power consumption is lower with small screen diagonals and the devices are smaller, more lightweight and cheaper.

1.11 kg:

This weight is typical for big tablets, small subnotebooks, ultrabooks and convertibles with a 10-11 inch display-diagonal.

Microsoft:

Microsoft smartphones and tablets have been tested since 2012. There are many reviews with average ratings. The reader's interest is quite given, but the market share is not big enough for the Top 5 smartphone manufacturers (as of 2016).

76.4%: This rating is not convincing. The laptop is evaluated below average, this is not really a recommendation for purchase.

» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

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