Surface Go Series
The most compact and portable. An entry-level series ideal for fieldwork, education, or as a secondary device.
Total Models
4Generations
Latest Model
2023
Time Since Release
36 months elapsed
Current Model
There are no active models currently in production for this series.
All generations in this family have been discontinued. Consider looking at newer families or refurbished options.
Buying Advice
Evaluate if you should buy now based on specs, age, and update cycle.
Wait
Minor spec difference from the previous gen and late in its cycle (36 months elapsed). We recommend waiting for the next model or considering used/outdated alternatives.
Generation Comparison
Look back at evolution across 4 generations by spec.
| Specs |  Go 4 for Business |  Go 3 |  Go 2 |  Go (1st Gen) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Release | Oct 2023 | Oct 2021 | May 2020 | Aug 2018 |
| Processor (CPU) | Intel® Processor N200 | Intel® Pentium® Gold / Core™ i3 | Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y または 第8世代 Intel Core m3-8100Y | Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y |
| CPU Benchmark | 5,200 | 3,200 | 3,000 | 2,500 |
| Graphics (GPU) | Intel® UHD Graphics (N200) | Intel® UHD Graphics 615 | Intel® UHD Graphics 615 | Intel® HD Graphics 615 |
| AI Processor (NPU) | — | — | — | — |
| AI Performance | — | — | — | — |
| Battery Life | 12.5 | 11 | 10 | 10 |
| Weight | 521 | 544 | 544 | 522 |
| Display Size | 10.5" 10.5" 1920x1280 | 10.5" 10.5" 1920x1280 | 10.5" 10.5" 1920x1280 | 10" 10" 1800x1200 |
| Footprint | 245 × 175 mm | 245 × 175 mm | 245 × 175 mm | 245 × 175 mm |
| Highlights | Ultimate portability. A full Windows machine you can hold in one hand, ideal for field work, education, or as a secondary device. | An easy-to-carry Windows tablet. Even after the arrival of Go 4, its compact size and light feel still hold up well. | Expanded to a 10.5-inch display with slimmer bezels and introduced a Core m3 processor option offering a massive speed bump over the original. | The first ultra-compact 10-inch Surface tablet, weighing just 522g and featuring a USB-C port. |
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History of the Surface Go series
Continued as a business-focused refresh while preserving its small, light, and fanless design.
Surface Go 3
Kept the entry-level 2-in-1 approach while improving everyday responsiveness.
Surface Go 2
Preserved the compact form factor while taking the display and usability up a notch.
Surface Go
Arrived as a new gateway into Surface with a small, easy-to-carry design suited to education and field use.