
To test their performance, we pitted the Surface Go 2, packed with an 8th Gen Intel Core m3-8100Y CPU against the Surface Go 3 (powered by a 10th Gen Intel Core i3-10100Y processor). Here’s where things get a little bit interesting. It also has a tail eraser, a customizable button and supports tilt for shading. The Surface Pen has 4,096 pressure points. You can also add an optional stylus to the Surface Go 2 and 3 experience, but it’s not a must-have unless you have an affinity for sketching or taking notes. You can also choose between a microfiber skin or a plush Alcantara body. The Surface Go Type Cover is available in Ice Blue, Poppy Red, Platinum and Black. Microsoft Surface Go 3 (Image credit: Laptop Mag) The bottom features connecting pins for the optional Type Cover keyboard. On the top edge, you’ll find a volume rocker and a power button. Though I’d prefer thinner bezels, I’m not complaining - I suppose your fingers need to rest somewhere. Similar to the Go 2, the Go 3 has a silver magnesium body with the same obsolete, thick bezels that wrap around the 10.5-inch display. Microsoft played it too safe with the third-gen Go it doesn’t look any different from its predecessor. “You jacked my style!” it must’ve yelled at its successor. The Surface Go 2 must be seething - the Surface Go 3 stole its aesthetic from head to toe. To evade the Intel Pentium CPUs, you’ll have to spend at least $630 for either the Go 2 or Go 3. Running Windows 11 will be a lot smoother and zippier with SSD storage and at least 8GB of RAM.

Whether you get the Surface Go 2 or Go 3, I wouldn’t recommend the low-end Intel Pentium models. It works with all versions of the Surface Go.Microsoft Surface Go 3 (Image credit: Future) If you don't plan on putting your Go through a particularly hard experience, this case should fare well and look great at the same time. There are a bunch of designs to choose from, a Surface Pen holder keeps in close, and you still get to use the Go's built-in kickstand. Despite its low price, it's made from quality synthetic leather that provides some protection, and you don't lose are buttons or cameras thanks to proper cutouts. Thanks to the Go not changing dimensions or design, this case will work with all versions of the tiny Surface tablet.įor something a bit more stylish and with a bunch of color and design options available, check out Fintie's case, which is also one of the more affordable options in our roundup.

It has its own aluminum stand, there's thick corner protection to protect the Go's screen, and it's certified to hit MIL-STD 810G standards for long-lasting durability.

You might lose function of the built-in Go kickstand, but the overall protection provided is invaluable. Those heading out into the field with their Surface Go, Surface Go 2, or Surface Go 3 under their arm will no doubt want to use a genuinely rugged case, and we've had nothing but success using UAG's Metropolis.
