3 specs available in a few colours
4GB ram, 128GB SSD $733, RRP $1099
8GB ram, 128GB SSD $803, RRP $1199
8GB ram, 256GB SSD $863, RRP $1299
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Meh Microsoft rubbish.
Better off with something from Lenovo.
Copied from my previous comment on Surface laptop go (gen 1) - Only a CPU refresh, every other specs is almost identical.
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 mid-range 15W 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 for the price.
Edit: Given this is the best price ATM for Gen 2, I dont think it will get significantly cheaper anytime soon. So buy if this suits your need
Will this be good for high school BYOD?
No thunderbolt….
Title should say Surface Laptop Go 2. The Surface Go series is a convertible tablet.