Surface Go 2
Tablet computer from Microsoft
The Surface Go 2 is a 2-in-1 detachable tablet computer developed by Microsoft. It is the second generation of Surface Go, a smaller alternative to the Surface Pro line. It was announced alongside the Surface Book 3 in May 2020, and superseded by the Surface Go 3 in October 2021.
Surface Go 2 retains the overall dimensions of its predecessor, but with a larger 10.5-inch display, with a higher 1920 x 1280 resolution at 220 ppi, while still maintaining the 3:2 aspect ratio. The updated model offers improved battery life and improved performance, with one model performing 64% faster. It is the first Surface Go to include an Intel Core m processor as an option.
The device shipped with Windows 10 Home in S Mode by default, but can be switched to the full version of Windows 10 Home for free. It features the same 5 MP front-facing camera, 8 MP rear camera and an infrared camera, as the previous model. An NFC chip and a kickstand supporting an angle of up to 165° are also present.
The Surface Go 2 was sold at prices from $399.99 to $729.99, with its detachable keyboard with touchpad and stylus pen sold separately.
01Configuration
| Price Tier in USD | CPU | GPU | RAM | Internal storage | LTE | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consumer | Commercial | |||||
| $400 | $450 | Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y | Intel UHD Graphics 615 (850 MHz) |
4 GB | 64 GB eMMC | No |
| $550 | 8 GB | 128 GB NVMe SSD | No | |||
| 500 | Intel Core m3 8100Y | Intel UHD Graphics 615 (900 MHz) |
4 GB | 64 GB eMMC | No | |
| $630 | $680 | 8 GB | 128 GB NVMe SSD | No | ||
| $730 | $780 | Yes | ||||
| $880 | 256 GB NVMe SSD | Yes | ||||
02Features
- Windows Hello with IR camera for facial recognition logging in.
- Faster processor with a 64% increase in performance for the top model.
- An Intel Pentium Gold and an Intel Core m3 CPU options with an Intel UHD Graphics 615 GPU.
- Memory options are 4 GB and 8 GB
- Storage options are 64 GB, 128 GB, and 256 GB.
- A headphone jack, a USB-C port, microSD card slot and a nano SIM card tray for the LTE model.
- All configurations can be upgraded to Windows 10 Pro for an additional $50.
- The 8.3 mm thick tablet weighs 544 grams (1.2 pounds).
- Up to 10 hours of typical device usage.
03Hardware
The Surface Go 2 is the 5th addition to small Surface lineup. The Surface Go 2 is aimed toward children and students, it is also aimed for schools and the enterprise.
The Surface Go 2 features a bigger screen than its predecessor. It features a full-body magnesium alloy construction. The device features a new and fanless powerful processor, an Intel Core m3 8th gen processor inside. The cheaper models will have an Intel Pentium Gold processor inside.
The device contains USB C port with power delivery and a Surface Connect port. The front-facing camera contains an infrared sensor that supports login using Windows Hello.
The device's Type Cover uses an 8-pin connection which is compatible with the previous model. The keyboard is sold separately at $99.
04Software
Surface Go 2 models ship with a pre-installed 64-bit version of Windows 10 Home in S Mode and a 30-day trial of Microsoft 365. Users may only install software from Windows Store. Users can opt out of the S Mode of the OS and upgrade to Home for free or Pro for a fee and be able to install apps from outside the Windows Store.
Windows 10 comes pre-installed with Mail, Calendar, People, Xbox, Photos, Movies and TV, Groove, Your Phone, Office and Edge. The device also supports Windows Hello login using a biometric facial recognition.
05Timeline
| Timeline of Surface devices |
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| Sources: Microsoft Devices Blog Microsoft Surface Store Microsoft Surface for Business store |
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