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Microsoft Surface Go Laptop 12.5" i5 8/128GB $878 (was $1098) + Delivery @ JB Hi-Fi & The Good Guys

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Microsoft Surface Go Laptop 12.5" i5 8/128GB $878 (was $1098) + Delivery @ JB Hi-Fi & The Good Guys
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wombat81 on 28/10/2021 - 20:18 jbhifi.com.au (977 clicks)
Last edited 28/10/2021 - 21:09 by 2 other users

Good guys link: https://www.thegoodguys.com.au/microsoft-surface-laptop-go-i…

The 256gb version is also on sale for $1117 ($280 off) https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/microsoft-surface-laptop-…

Available in 3 colours.

Not the lowest price ever, but after lots of research (I'm a secondary IT teacher) for a student laptop for next year for a younger student, this seems to be the best choice. If you're looking for a student laptop for next year, this might suit you.

It's difficult to find decent specced laptops in smaller screen sizes without going to a gaming rig.

Battery life isn't amazing, but should get through the school day no hassles.

Touch screen but no tablet mode. Available in 3 colours.

Yes, it's the previous generation i5 processor, but it'll do the job fine for most school students.

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  • superforever on 28/10/2021 - 20:21
    -2

    Can't beat this https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/653420 and $777 laptop go

  • Melbfella06 on 28/10/2021 - 20:21

    Not bad, only thing is specs from the school says 8G RAM 256SSD, so an unfortunate pass.

  • TheGreenMachine on 28/10/2021 - 20:38
    +1

    It’s cheaper at Harvey Norman.

  • ruthlesskid on 28/10/2021 - 20:46
    +13

    Purchased this almost a month ago, some thoughts:
    Pros -
    -Extremely portable for a "full feature" laptop, 12.5 inch @ 1.1kg. The form factor is perfect for carrying in one hand - remind me of Mac 12.
    -Screen is very good quality overall, contrast and brightness and colour reproduction. I have a colour calibrated Dell Ultrasharp, and it doesn't fall shy. Ultra slim bezel makes this very modern.
    -Keyboard, speakers, camera, fit and finish is of higher quality than laptop of similar price. Comparable to $1500 laptop - Think similar to MacBook.
    -Touch is surprising useful in certain scenario. e.g. I kept finding myself frequently physically selecting items on screen when I am standing.

    Cons -
    - I only get about 4-5 SOT when doing ZOOM, maybe slightly more juice if I only browse/office with lower screen brightness.
    - The port selection is JUST enough, 1 USB-C, 1USB, and a headphone Jack! Can also charge via the USB-C instead of Microsoft proprietary port.
    - I had my reservation of 1536 x 1024 resolution, but the aspect ratio makes up for it. My old Dell E7240 has 12.5inch 1080P, and I didn't notice any operational differences between the two.
    - Dont buy this other than office/school, you will be disappointed with the midsped i5/8g/128GB.
    - NO surface pen support, I can understand however at this price for a laptop.

    Overall, I don't think there is a direct competitor at this price range <$1000AUD.
    I was very happy to find this as a direct replacement to my Dell E7240 i5/8g/128GB 12.5in touch which I paid $1000 8Years ago. Which is eerily similar at so many levels.
    The Surface go laptop form factor, build quality and price is just right.
    If Microsoft refreshes this in 6 month (it is just under a year old ATM), I would expect it to be more polished, but at a higher price premium.
    Hope this helps with anyone interested in this product.

    • wombat81 on 28/10/2021 - 21:40
      +1

      Thanks for the review. I'm convinced I've made a decent choice.

      • ruthlesskid on 28/10/2021 - 21:46
        +1

        You will like it 90% of the time.
        Forgot to add that the fingerprint sensor is not as accurate/fast as your smartphones. It takes 2 full second to unlock, and only works 1/2 of the time for me =(
        Pro-tip: register the same finger twice as different fingers to increase its accuracy, if you know what I mean.

        • xoom on 29/10/2021 - 06:21

          Pro-tip: register the same finger twice as different fingers to increase its accuracy, if you know what I mean.

          Did this with my phone and tablet. Works a treat.

  • Homr on 28/10/2021 - 21:10
    -5

    I bought a Dell Latitude 3420 11th gen for $500

    • wombat81 on 28/10/2021 - 21:35
      +1

      Ok. That's relevant how, exactly?

      • Homr on 28/10/2021 - 21:37
        -1

        im trying to get validation that I got it for a good price, yeh?

        • wombat81 on 28/10/2021 - 21:37
          +1

          Oh. Ok. I validate you.

    • Nic94 on 28/10/2021 - 21:35

      Hi, may I ask how you got it at that price?

      • wombat81 on 28/10/2021 - 21:37

        Second hand, I'm guessing.

        • Homr on 28/10/2021 - 21:38

          correct, but still has warranty till Sep 22, so it fairly new

      • ruthlesskid on 28/10/2021 - 21:58

        Dell outlet has refurbished, as new or scratch&dent stocks frequently replenished.
        You will need pay close attention to the finer spec/details, as they may come with vastly different configurations under the same model number, hence a range of price as well.
        Lately, the price on the outlet website is marginally cheaper than dell ebay discounts of brand new units.
        Earlier last year, outlet had many Latitude's significantly cheaper than its own website (think another 20% lower after discount code)

        • Homr on 28/10/2021 - 22:13

          This is correct, my previous Dell Vostro 5490 that I bought from Dell outlet was actually a China configuration. When I try to factory reset and reinstalled the updated windows, it installed the China version of Windows 10.

          However, I didn't my 2nd hand Dell Latitude 3420 from Dell outlet

  • RolePlayer88 on 28/10/2021 - 22:53

    My personal review with surface series laptops / tablets is that they have bery short lifespan. Bought 2 for my kids and one lasted 2 years with the other lasting only 2.5 years. Take note that because most of the parts are soldered, any failure in one component would render the laptop completely unusable. What a disaster of a design. It looks good but is not built to last. About $3k down the drain in 2 years. Swore to myself I will never buy anymore producte from microsoft.

    • wombat81 on 28/10/2021 - 23:31

      That's most laptops these days, though.

      • superforever on 28/10/2021 - 23:54

        Yeah, or don't buy light weight, thin laptop.

      • Icecold5000 on 29/10/2021 - 07:43

        Not if you buy quality

        • Melbfella06 on 29/10/2021 - 18:57

          Spend x 3 price? I’d rather to smell brand new ones 3 times.

  • wombat81 on 29/10/2021 - 22:07

    If anyone's looking for a rugged case, this seems like good value for a reputable brand

    https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Urban-Armor-Gear-PLYO-Series-Sur…

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