Standing screen display size | 10 Inches |
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Screen Resolution | 1800x1200 |
Max Screen Resolution | 1800 x 1200 Pixels |
Processor | 1.6 GHz pentium |
RAM | 8 GB DDR |
Memory Speed | 1.6 GHz |
Hard Drive | SSD |
Graphics Coprocessor | Intel HD Graphics 615 |
Chipset Brand | Allwinner |
Card Description | Integrated |
Graphics Card Ram Size | 2 MB |
Wireless Type | 802.11abg |
Average Battery Life (in hours) | 9 Hours |
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Brand | Microsoft |
Model Name | Surface Go |
Memory Storage Capacity | 128 GB |
Screen Size | 10 Inches |
Display Resolution Maximum | 1800 x 1200 Pixels |
About this item
- High res 10 inch PixelSense: Display designed to be viewed, touched, and written on
- Lightest surface yet, starting at 1.15 pounds. Touch: 10 point multi touch
- All day battery life, with upto 9 hours of unplugged power. Ambient light sensor
- Runs Windows 10 Home in S Mode, streamlined for security and superior performance
- Includes multi tasking USB C, fast charging surface connect, and headphone jack. Use it in Laptop, Tablet or Studio Mode
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Versatile, adjustable, and ultra-portableStarting at just 1.3 lbs, new 10” Surface Go is our smallest, lightest Surface yet. It fits easily in your bag and gives you laptop performance with tablet portability. |
Fast, efficient, and plenty of unplugged powerCount on new Surface Go to run Office and other day-to-day software and apps, with a powerful Intel processor and up to 9 hours of battery life. |
Designed for everyday work and playSleek and slim, new Surface Go is designed with a stunning 10” PixelSense Display with touchscreen that’s perfect for browsing, working, and binge watching. |
The best of Microsoft — favorite features, trusted securityDesigned for the latest Windows laptop operating system and Office 365, Surface Go runs Windows 10 in S Mode, to do the things you want with protection you can count on and performance that lasts. |
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Laptop ModePlace Surface Go in Laptop Mode by opening and adjusting the built-in Kickstand and adding removable Surface Signature Type Cover. |
Tablet ModeClose the Kickstand, and detach or fold Surface Signature Type Cover back for an ultra-portable, stand-alone Intel tablet. |
Studio ModeLower the Kickstand all the way down to place Surface Go in Studio Mode for a natural, perfectly-tilted writing and drawing angle with Surface Pen. |
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Surface Go Signature Type CoverPair Surface Signature Type Cover with Surface Go for a full keyboard experience anywhere. Complement your style with a choice of rich colors. |
Office 365Surface Go works perfectly with all Microsoft Office apps, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook. Featuring 1TB in OneDrive cloud storage. |
Surface PenWrite and draw naturally, with precision ink on one end and a rubber eraser on the other. |
Surface Mobile MousePair with new Surface Mobile Mouse in the color of your choice for precise navigation and control. |
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Processor | Intel Pentium Gold | Intel Core 8th Gen i5 or i7 | Intel Core 8th Gen i5 or i7 | Intel Core 7th Gen Core i5 or Intel 8th Gen Core i7 (quad-core) | Intel 7th Gen i7 |
Screen | 10” PixelSense Display | 12.3” PixelSense Display | 13.5” PixelSense Display | 13.5” or 15" PixelSense Display | 28” PixelSense Display |
Modes | Laptop, Tablet, Studio | Laptop, Tablet, Studio | Laptop | Laptop, Tablet, Studio | Desktop, Studio |
Memory | 4GB or 8GB | 8GB or 16GB | 8GB or 16GB | 8GB or 16GB | 16GB or 32GB (DDR4) |
Storage | 64GB eMMC or 128GB SSD | SSD 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB | SSD 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB | SSD 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB PCIe SSD | SSD 1TB or 2TB |
Battery Life | Up to 9 hours of video playback | Up to 13.5 hours of video playback | Up to 14.5 hours of video playback | Up to 17 hours of video playback | N/A |
Operating System (OS) | Windows 10 Home in S Mode | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Home | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro |
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Technical Details
Brand | Microsoft |
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Series | Surface Go |
Item model number | MCZ-00001 |
Hardware Platform | Windows |
Operating System | Windows 10 Home |
Item Weight | 1.15 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 9.7 x 6.9 x 0.3 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9.7 x 6.9 x 0.3 inches |
Color | Gold |
Rear Webcam Resolution | 8 MP |
Processor Brand | Intel |
Number of Processors | 2 |
Computer Memory Type | DDR SDRAM |
Flash Memory Size | 128 |
Hard Drive Interface | Unknown |
Optical Drive Type | DVD+RW |
Power Source | Battery Powered |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
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ASIN | B07FDKZQTY |
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4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #30,266 in Computers & Accessories (See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories) #335 in 2 in 1 Laptop Computers |
Date First Available | July 1, 2018 |
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Make sure this fits by entering your model number. High-res 10 PixelSense Display designed to be viewed, touched, and written on Lightest Surface yet, starting at 1.15lbs All-day battery life, with up to 9 hours of unplugged power Runs Windows 10 Home in S Mode, streamlined for security and superior performance Includes multi-tasking USB-C, fast-charging Surface Connect, and headphone jack. Use it in Laptop, Tablet or Studio Mode. Size: 128 GB SSD New 10 Surface Go is perfect for all your daily tasks, giving you laptop performance with tablet portability, a stunning touchscreen, and the Windows and Office experience you know. From email, browsing, and home projects to unwinding with a favorite TV show, Surface Lingo is by your side wherever you are with up to 9 hours1 of battery life, built-in HD cameras, hassle-free connectivity, and all the ports you need, including multi-tasking USB-C.
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Customers like the quality, portability, and ease of use of the tablet. For example, they say it's a great little device and works great for classes. Customers are also impresseded with the graphics. That said, they're not happy with the battery life, saying it'll only last 7 hours. They also complain about the keyboard, saying that it doesn't work. Opinions are mixed on speed.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the tablet computer. They mention that it performs very well as a laptop and tablet, and is a joy to use. Some say that the keyboard works well, and that it makes a fantastic bridge between the smartphone and PC.
"...It makes a fantastic bridge between the smartphone and PC, perfect for when a smartphone just isn't enough and a full size PC is too much...." Read more
"...It works well for me, both as a tablet and as a laptop substitute for basic functions. It is perfect for me and I greatly recommend it...." Read more
"...time on it, but it's a good size and light weight for travel, cafe and library work. Good for streaming shows." Read more
"...just got my Surface Go yesterday, and I have to say—it’s a genuinely nice device to have. I like it a lot...." Read more
Customers find the tablet computer portable and compact. They say it's easy to travel with and works well at home. Customers also say it would be an excellent light browsing device for travelers or a note-taker for students. They mention it fits the bill perfectly and fits like a glove.
"...is just head and shoulders above laptops because of how wonderfully portable it is...." Read more
"...It's kind of limiting under S-mode, but it's still useable. It supports full Office and the Edge web-browser..." Read more
"...to do something like heavy editing full time on it, but it's a good size and light weight for travel, cafe and library work. Good for streaming shows." Read more
"...The Surface Go is great because it's so portable, but it can be better...." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the tablet computer. They mention that it has a bright display, and the switch to Windows 10 Home was very easy. The programming tools work great, and there is no lag. It is also convenient to replace a laptop when traveling.
"...It is fast enough for simple tasks, such as checking e-mail (I use the full-blown version of Microsoft Office, including Outlook), web browsing with..." Read more
"...The touchscreen was sensitive and has a clear resolution. It was easy to set up and it paired quickly with all of the off brand accessories, like..." Read more
"...its completely silent, runs fast enough for light task and multitasking said light tasks too, i love the surface connect port, the pen can be lots..." Read more
"...It’s portable, reliable, easy to use, and it does the job...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the graphics of the tablet computer. They mention that the glossy screen is beautiful, and photos and videos look great. They also like the look and feel of the product, and the display is crisp. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...The glossy screen is beautiful and photos and videos look great...." Read more
"Once I saw this I knew I wanted it. It’s tiny and cute. The price is decent and the product arrived a day early...." Read more
"...Windows programs in a beautiful, light, tablet-sized PC for $499...." Read more
"...The Pixelbook is elegant and has the best keyboard I've used, yet the Chrome OS is challenging and hasn't figured out how to make Android apps work..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the speed of the tablet computer. Some mention that it seems really fast, works smoothly, and has no noticeable delays or hitches. They also say that it charges extremely fast with the charger it comes with, and wakes up quickly. However, other customers say that the device is painfully slow when it has to work with more applications, and that loading up Microsoft Word took twice as long. They mention that the interface is not smooth and apps take their time to load.
"...processor or not (I guess it probably is) I find the hand writing recognition software is slow, probably too slow for my needs...." Read more
"...I could see myself using it for casual note taking, there is virtually no noticeable lag...." Read more
"...* Limited CPU. You can see this in how much it slows down if you have several browser tabs open, and doing any common multi-tasking...." Read more
"...This tablet is very slow responsively considering the 8GB of Ram present in the Unit. More than a play around thing than anything else...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the tablet computer. They mention that the battery is disappointing, the charging speeds are good enough, but not excellent, and the device keeps shutting off. Some say that the device only stays on when plugged in, which defeats the purpose for why they brought it.
"...Finally battery life sucks. The quoted 7 hours is laughable. I dont seem to get much more than 4 maybe 5 hours which is appalling...." Read more
"...when working on homework or watching a movie and the device keeps shutting off...." Read more
"...Battery life is still good, just a great little device to have." Read more
"...laptop, it should be perfectly fine if you don't mind the extremely short battery life...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the keyboard of the tablet. They mention that it doesn't work properly, Windows Hello doesn' t work 40% of the time, and the on-screen keyboard disappears. The tablet stopped working after a month and would not restart. Customers also mention that the keyboard and stylus are not included.
"...The main cons are the keyboard not being included in the price tag and the general price of the Go (I bought the 8gb version)...." Read more
"...NO Keyboard so expect to spend ~$20-$60 getting either the pre-built one specifically for SGo or bluetooth keyboard or connect your wired-..." Read more
"...I can only use this button now to lower the volume, it will not work on the volume up side...." Read more
"...wall charger is ok, but the C port charger is slow, and sometimes doesn't work at all, so charging on the go will be an issue...." Read more
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Let me be upfront - I am a dyed in the wool Apple man and have been ever since Microsoft brought out widows 8 which I hated with a passion. At that point I already had an iPhone and iPad so going the whole hog with a MacBook seemed a no brainier. I still think it is the best integrated system there is but recently, the fact that iPad iOS is so limited has begun to annoy me. I still have to use a pc for work. This meant I was carrying around a notebook and pen (my iPad didn’t support the pencil) an iPad to be able to use all my productivity apps that my workplace wouldn’t allow me install or more likely didn’t exist on pc.
I was about to update my iPad with a new one that used the pencil but I still needed a mobile platform for a full version of excel, not the iOS cut down version. So I looked at the Go.
What’s to like? Well windows 10 is a breath of fresh air and is what Windows 8 should have been. I love the fact that on such a tiny gadget, I get full versions of office 365 which is perfect as I move from location to location and spend a hell of a lot of time on trains.
To my utter amazement, when I set up my one drive, it recognised I had a work OneDrive account and gave me access without any todo which I fully expected from my super security conscious employer.
I have chosen to break the mould and keep it in S mode. I find it largely fine. There are a few things I would love to put on it but I have realised I don’t actually need them. One is my cycling fitness training app the Sufferfest. (It’s on my old iPad) I would have to come out of S mode to be able to Download that because it’s not on the windows store. Also the kindle app isn’t on the Microsoft store!! What?!! That is a real shame actually and was nearly a deal breaker. I read a lot of technical books which I like to note in OneNote. I’ve got over it by having to use my kindle device which is far from ideal as still annoying.
The reason for keeping it in s mode is I still don’t trust windows. Apples ecosystm just works. Windows does too but in my experience you need to know how too change the oil and spark plugs when you lift the bonnet. Not so with Apple. Windows S provides a nice safe environment which doesnt allow apps to mess with your settings and I love that. My old home PC take about 5 minutes to boot up because of all the garbage in my start up. I haven’t worked out how to get rid of it but then I use my MacBook all the time now.
As a result, the fact this comes with an old and supposedly slow processor, I dont find it noticeably sluggish at all. I am sure 8gb and 120gb of solid state memory really helps but I also don’t do anything that hammers the processor like photo of film editing.I will use my Mac for that. I also don’t play games (life’s too short and there is a whole world to play in outside). I do use spreadsheets a lot. I say that but as a senior manager, I have many minions who do the heavy lifting but I do need to review their stuff. Some of the financial models we use can be fairly large and they seem to work just fine on the surface go. Similarly PowerPoint t and word seem fine and I have yet to find any presentations that are sluggish but then I haven’t had any yet with more than about 30 slides.
I mainly use it for OneNote anyway, especially in meetings. With the pen it’s brilliant. I don’t need my notebook and pen anymore. The only bummer and I don’t know if it is the processor or not (I guess it probably is) I find the hand writing recognition software is slow, probably too slow for my needs. But, the accuracy of the recognition is seriously impressive.
Another thing to like is the USBc port. I bought a little Lenovo adaptor that gives me a VGA type adaptor as well as HDMI and a USB port. To the usb port I have an old usb expansion port plugged in which means I can run it on a big screen as well as use external keyboard and mouse. Mind you, I don’t bother doing that much as the track pad and keyboard are fine, as is the screen (bar the gripes below).
So what’s not to like. Well a few things bug me a little.
Firstly, as an (ahem!) older gentleman, I like things big so I do t need my reading glasses all the time. Annoyingly, Microsoft have shrunk the icons to match the screen size. I am sure there is a setting that would enable them to be bigger and therefore probably fewer of them but I haven’t found it yet. Apple iOS icons are a decent size. When you’ve filled the desktop, they give you another page to swipe through. Don’t think this puppy does that. Shame.
The second thing that is really annoying is that there doesn’t appear to be any anti glare. This is really annoying when i’m Commuting.
Finally battery life sucks. The quoted 7 hours is laughable. I dont seem to get much more than 4 maybe 5 hours which is appalling. The good thing is i’m not often that far from a power plug so it’s not been a problem yet. Also, you can carve it with a USBc cable but it takes forever and doesn’t seem to work with the IPad uk usb charger unit. The charger that comes with it isn’t too bulky and the US one is nice and small.
I don’t rate the Edge browser nor Bing as a search engine. I can’t seem to set another search engine such as DuckDuckGo or god forbid google as my default browser. However saving one as a favourite works but it’s an extra step to get onto the web.
I have had a few problems with accessing one of my web enabled IOS productivity apps - Toodledo which I have using for years. It seems the version of java or whatever gizmo needed to get the full benefit isn’t up to date enough and working out how to do updates in S mode was a complete pain, thankfully sorted for me by the flagship Microsoft store on Oxford Street, London. As it happens, I discovered Microsoft ToDO which does what I want really well.
Finally the Microsoft store is pants really! There’s not a busting amount on it given the huge quantity of software available for download from vendor sites. Ok, you can always come out of S mode but for someone with no interest in knowing how to tinker under the bonnet, I want a device which just works. Windows has never been that OS. I think windows 10 S has the potential but I am probably the only review that likes the idea and reality of S mode (to a point).
Overall, I am really happy with this and it does what I need. I’d still prefer to use an iPad at the end of the day but that is probs it because I am used to them. But until they introduce a Mac OS like windows 10 that can work on their iPads and therefore do all I need with MS office, I will stick happily to my surface go. I think Microsoft are onto a winner and maybe if they clear some of my minor niggles for the Go version 2, it really will become a fantastic go to tablet that is an iPad killer. Just no cigar yet Microsoft!
After unboxing, setup takes slightly longer than "just a moment" as the device likes to say, but if you've already got a Windows 10 device, it's pretty quick and easy. Following the initial startup, the device will need to download a variety of updates, but within 2 hours or so mine was fully up to date after multiple installations, restarts, etc... standard computer update affairs.
I switched it out of "S mode" almost immediately, because I didn't want to be bootstrapped to the Microsoft store, and it's nice that they give you the option. It doesn't require any restart or anything, and allows you to install apps from anywhere.
Regarding performance, I have done email, lots of internet browsing and video watching, movies, drawing, and light photo editing and social networking. The device is not lightning fast and it doesn't need to be. It rarely lags more than a second or 2 to open programs but if you're used to a higher performing desktop or laptop then you will notice. The glossy screen is beautiful and photos and videos look great. There are front firing speakers that sound pretty decent but not much better than your average smartphone speakers, but this is understandable. The device makes zero noise as well, no fans or spinning disks are present here and it rarely gets hot to the touch.
Really any light duty thing you would do on a normal Windows 10 PC can be done here. And that's where this thing shines, it's versatility is just head and shoulders above laptops because of how wonderfully portable it is. It feels sturdy, good in the hand or in the lap, and the fully adjustable kickstand is magnificent. In my opinion, the add on keyboard is absolutely essential. It clips on quickly and easily with nice strong magnets. The keys are small and take some getting used to, but having a full keyboard with back-lighting in this form factor is amazing. They are far better than on screen typing. The trackpad is also wonderful, it looks silly large on there but that is a good thing. It's responsive and has a nice clicky feeling.
I don't think that the Surface Pen is nearly as essential, but it is fun and works excellent. I could see myself using it for casual note taking, there is virtually no noticeable lag.
The charger the device comes with has a proprietary port, but you can also charge it via USB-C, which is great if you have a phone with that port, because you only need one charger while you travel.
The only things worth complaining about on this device are made up for by its sturdy build and excellent functionality. It makes a fantastic bridge between the smartphone and PC, perfect for when a smartphone just isn't enough and a full size PC is too much. You don't even need to stow it during takeoff and landing on planes!!! So, set your expectations to a realistic level and the Surface Go, even the base model, will meet them.
As an added bonus personally, the Surface Go has helped me use my smartphone less, to the point that I removed most social media from my phone. When you don't have Facebook and Instagram in your pocket at all times, it is pretty amazing how quickly you realize how often you used to mindlessly scroll through your feeds. So you could say it has made me more mindful of my screen time and helped me leave both it and my phone in my pocket or out of reach more often, which we could all use a break from now and then.
One more thing... this one is just a tip. Don't buy office! This device has a small enough screen that it qualifies for the free version of MS Office Mobile. Search online for how to get them!
UPDATE 2/4/19: I've owned this for several months now and have had zero issues. Changing out of S mode and installing Chrome and other non-Windows store programs has been no problem, no noticeable impact to memory usage or performance. Battery life is still good, just a great little device to have.
Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2018
After unboxing, setup takes slightly longer than "just a moment" as the device likes to say, but if you've already got a Windows 10 device, it's pretty quick and easy. Following the initial startup, the device will need to download a variety of updates, but within 2 hours or so mine was fully up to date after multiple installations, restarts, etc... standard computer update affairs.
I switched it out of "S mode" almost immediately, because I didn't want to be bootstrapped to the Microsoft store, and it's nice that they give you the option. It doesn't require any restart or anything, and allows you to install apps from anywhere.
Regarding performance, I have done email, lots of internet browsing and video watching, movies, drawing, and light photo editing and social networking. The device is not lightning fast and it doesn't need to be. It rarely lags more than a second or 2 to open programs but if you're used to a higher performing desktop or laptop then you will notice. The glossy screen is beautiful and photos and videos look great. There are front firing speakers that sound pretty decent but not much better than your average smartphone speakers, but this is understandable. The device makes zero noise as well, no fans or spinning disks are present here and it rarely gets hot to the touch.
Really any light duty thing you would do on a normal Windows 10 PC can be done here. And that's where this thing shines, it's versatility is just head and shoulders above laptops because of how wonderfully portable it is. It feels sturdy, good in the hand or in the lap, and the fully adjustable kickstand is magnificent. In my opinion, the add on keyboard is absolutely essential. It clips on quickly and easily with nice strong magnets. The keys are small and take some getting used to, but having a full keyboard with back-lighting in this form factor is amazing. They are far better than on screen typing. The trackpad is also wonderful, it looks silly large on there but that is a good thing. It's responsive and has a nice clicky feeling.
I don't think that the Surface Pen is nearly as essential, but it is fun and works excellent. I could see myself using it for casual note taking, there is virtually no noticeable lag.
The charger the device comes with has a proprietary port, but you can also charge it via USB-C, which is great if you have a phone with that port, because you only need one charger while you travel.
The only things worth complaining about on this device are made up for by its sturdy build and excellent functionality. It makes a fantastic bridge between the smartphone and PC, perfect for when a smartphone just isn't enough and a full size PC is too much. You don't even need to stow it during takeoff and landing on planes!!! So, set your expectations to a realistic level and the Surface Go, even the base model, will meet them.
As an added bonus personally, the Surface Go has helped me use my smartphone less, to the point that I removed most social media from my phone. When you don't have Facebook and Instagram in your pocket at all times, it is pretty amazing how quickly you realize how often you used to mindlessly scroll through your feeds. So you could say it has made me more mindful of my screen time and helped me leave both it and my phone in my pocket or out of reach more often, which we could all use a break from now and then.
One more thing... this one is just a tip. Don't buy office! This device has a small enough screen that it qualifies for the free version of MS Office Mobile. Search online for how to get them!
UPDATE 2/4/19: I've owned this for several months now and have had zero issues. Changing out of S mode and installing Chrome and other non-Windows store programs has been no problem, no noticeable impact to memory usage or performance. Battery life is still good, just a great little device to have.
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The build quality on Surface products is nothing short of incredible. The body is all metal and is incredibly sturdy and exudes quality. The hinged stand which is a staple of Surface devices is nothing short of amazing. You can set it at any angle and it just works. It is incredibly secure and never slips. The only issues I have with the Go is the bezels (I wish they were a bit smaller), and only having one USB-C port. It would have been amazing to be able to charge the Go through one USB-C connection while I use the other for attaching devices. Yes, I know you can use the included charger which attaches to the expansion slot, but I find it so much easier to just charge though USB-C even if it is slightly slower. Not needing to bring a separate charger just for this computer and instead charge it with the same cable I would for my phone is so much more convenient.
As a computer, this works for browsing. I have personally taken it out of S-mode so I can install any Windows application on it I want. With 8GB of RAM and the 128GB SSD, the performance isn't bad at all. It isn't the most responsive when using Chrome on large web pages, but that is to be expected. Chrome is fairly resource intensive. On the other hand, using Edge it easily handles any page you can throw at it. Windows productivity software like Excel, Word, and Power Point work exactly as you would expect them to. Communication software works perfectly as well. One of the things I really like about the surface line is the face unlock. It does use an IR light so you won't have any issues unlocking it even in the dark. Doing so is incredibly fast and it pains me having to type in a password manually on my desktop computer. One thing I am unable to review is the Surface keyboard. If I need a keyboard I will just connect to one wirelessly through Bluetooth. The stylus is great though. It does fall short of something like a Wacom tablet but is usable for drawing and perfect for a mouse substitute.
For a media tablet this checks every box as well. I installed K-Lite Codec Pack on it and it has no issues playing anything I can throw at it. Even 50GB+ 4k movies with DTS audio streamed over the network from my server are no problem at all for this. Same with 4k YouTube videos. The speakers are quite surprising. They are loud, clear, provide a decent amount of bass, and are actually stereo. The screen is excellent quality with a great contrast ratio and vivid colors. The battery life when viewing media is also more than enough for a cross-country flight.
Now, the heart of the matter is value. The Surface Go isn't a cheap device. Yes, it is primarily a tablet. But it is also so much more. The build quality is on par with the new iPad Pro's. But the iPad is almost twice the price, has half the storage, and is running a mobile OS. You can do everything on this you can with a tablet, while still having the flexibility of a full computer. To me, this is a win-win situation. The intended customer for this isn't someone looking for a $250 Android tablet. The customer who should be getting this will mostly be using it as a tablet, while still wanting the option to use it as a full computer when they are on the go. For that, the Surface Go is perfect.
Physical appearance and build quality seems premium. Windows 10 needs more work for its Gui experience. It lacks gestures and apps options.