

It hits the quality threshold out of the parts for this price range. Curiously, running video calling (using the prominently on show Microsoft Teams) and the Go 3 feels more at home.

Start asking for a little bit more - streaming music from your favoured music service in the background - and the Go 3 starts to strain. You’re looking at some web browsing, social media, and text chatting and everything is fine. The second processor, Intel’s i3 10100Y, is better suited for consumers looking for a smaller Windows 2 in 1, offering a bit more practicality in use. This is well suited for those looking to run limited but specific software on Surface Go 3. The first of two processor options (and the one my review Go 3 from Microsoft is equipped with) is Intel’s Pentium Gold 6500Y. Receive an email with a personal voucher code for 1 free year of Norton 360 Deluxe antivirus one day after purchase.Specs wise the Surface Go 3 is not aiming for flagship level numbers, it's looking to offer cost-effective options at the lower end of the market. Gaming: unsuitable, at least GTX 1050 video card.Video editing: unsuitable, at least i7 or Ryzen 7 processor.Photo editing: possible, but faster with an i5 or Ryzen 5 processor.Internet, email & text processing: suitable.Prefer the regular Windows 11? Turn off Windows in S mode via the Windows Store to use the full version of Windows 11. Note: this laptop runs on Windows 11 in S Mode. The battery lasts about 11 hours, so you can easily take it with you all day without having to look for a socket. The useful stand on the back allows you to place it somewhere, so you can comfortably make notes with the optional Surface Pen. You can easily detach the Surface Type Cover (sold separately), so you can choose whether you want to use the Surface Go as a laptop or as a tablet.

Since it weighs just over half a kilogram, you can carry it in a bag and check your email or watch a Netflix series on the go.

Thanks to 8GB RAM, you won't be bothered by crashes while working in multiple internet tabs or Word windows at the same time. You can use the Microsoft Surface Go 3 - 8GB - 128GB as a laptop and as a tablet for basic tasks like typing reports and browsing the internet. Note: The type cover isn't included by default, so you need to purchase it separately.
