If you come across a different configuration option not listed above, or you have a similar Surface Go 2 that doesn't correspond to our review, let us know, and we'll update it.

Our display and performance results are only valid for the configuration that we tested.

Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y (2 cores/4 threads, 1.7GHz).

You can see the four available laptop models in the table below. There are four different hardware configurations, and although the laptop itself only comes in a silver magnesium rear finish, you can get the optional Type Cover and Surface Pen in Black, Platinum, Ice Blue, and Poppy Red.

We tested the Microsoft Surface Go 2 (2020) with the Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y CPU, integrated Intel UHD Graphics 615, 8GB of RAM, and a 128GB SSD. The Type Cover keyboard and Surface Pen come in a variety of colors and are sold separately. You can choose between a Wi-Fi-only option and one with LTE connectivity that lets you easily stay connected. The two higher-end models use the dual-core Intel Core m3-8100Y with a significantly higher boost clock speed, which will run programs and older games faster and smoother. The lower-end models use the Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y dual-core processor, with either 4GB of RAM and 64GB of eMMC storage or 8GB of RAM and a faster 128GB SSD. There are two main configurations of this laptop. None of the available models are suited for running processor- or graphic-intensive programs. The battery life is mediocre, especially for a device meant for use on the go, so you need to bring a charger if you intend to perform even moderately demanding tasks.

Unfortunately, its performance in games is terrible, and since there's only a single USB-C port, you need to use a dongle for multiple wired peripherals. It has an excellent 1080p webcam and a crisp, clear microphone, decent-sounding speakers, and it stays completely silent. The screen is bright and sharp and has full sRGB coverage, and its 3:2 aspect ratio gives you more vertical space than a typical 16:9 display. It feels solid and well built, with an incredibly stable kickstand. The Microsoft Surface Go 2 (2020) is a 10.5 inch Windows tablet with a detachable keyboard.

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