The Surface Go 2 is fast (at least the model I tested), portable, and the speakers are loud. For me, the Surface Go 2 shines because of its form factor and solid performance. I see the Surface Go 2 as the perfect device for someone like a blogger or author.

Has the gloss affordable Windows laptops lack; Surprisingly good fun for gaming; Good camera for video chat; Solid battery life;

Can only handle non-taxing apps well; Accessories are pricey;

The small tablet has updates in it that go a long way toward addressing the problems with the original Surface Go , but not entirely. The screen is bigger, and there’s an option for a faster processor, both of which make this a better computer.

Bigger screen; Core M3 processor option; Runs any Windows app

Very low performance ceiling; Disappointing battery life; Keyboard flex

The Surface Go 2 appears a bit outdated after the review. This segment has mostly been taken over by consumer tablets (iOS & Android) or even more affordable Chromebooks, while Windows convertibles have grown in size.

sturdy chassis, display with accurate colors, Wi-Fi 6 & microSD, silent operation, optional LTE

low performance & throttling under load, PWM flickering, mediocre battery runtime, only 1x USB-C

Microsoft's Surface Go 2 is the most inexpensive, compact Surface Microsoft offers. This 10.5-inch tablet offers improved performance, though the...

Compact size; light weight; One of the best webcams in any laptop; Solid productivity performance; Bright; high-resolution display

Cramped keyboard makes prolonged typing awkward; Cheap for a Surface; but not necessarily compared to other tablets; Battery life is just average

You talked, Microsoft listened, and so here comes the Surface Go 2 tablet to leave you no excuse for not putting a slim slice of Windows 10 in your bag. The headline number is, of course, the $399.99 starting price.

Highly portable and well-constructed; Kickstand remains a big advantage over rival tablets; Bigger display and Core m3 CPU are both welcome; LTE option remains a rare treat

Expensive for the better-processor; Battery life falls well short of promises; Gets expensive when you add accessories and options

The Surface Go 2 looks to be a promising device, with clear potential of being one of the best non-Apple tablets on the market. Pair it up with the Type Cover, and it can even offer some of the benefits of a budget ultrabook. But with very minor improvements since the original, it's probably only worth considering for Surface Go newcomers

Slimmer bezels result in a more stylish design; Bright and colourful display; Good battery life ; Superb microphones and webcam;

Entry-level model has poor performance; Windows 10 S mode has lots of restrictions ; Not a very touchscreen-friendly UI; Type Cover is expensive and can’t replace keyboard;

“The Surface Go 2 still doesn't live up to its endless potential.”

Beautiful; bright screen; Light yet sturdy; Runs a full version of Windows 10; Intel Core m3 offers solid performance

Too expensive; Tablet usage is still rough; Battery life is lacking

The Microsoft Surface Go 2 is an excellent affordable Windows 10 tablet that features a premium design found in the company's more expensive devices. It offers a slight bump in performance over the original, but it is still rather underpowered – especially the base model.

Premium design; Affordable; Can run full Windows 10; Very good battery life

No Touch Cover or stylus included; Base model's specs are weak; Windows Store still too bare

The original Go was a mostly well-received addition to the Surface line when it arrived in late 2018. It was a nice, pint-sized alternatively, positioned fairly well to serve as a secondary device for some.