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
34 months elapsed
Buying Advice
Evaluate if you should buy now based on specs, age, and update cycle.
Minor spec difference from the previous gen and late in its cycle (34 months elapsed). We recommend waiting for the next model or considering used/outdated alternatives.
Smart Alternative: Used & Outdated
If the latest model is too expensive or performance difference is small, these older recommended models offer excellent value.
Generation Comparison
Look back at evolution across 4 generations by spec.
| Specifications |  Go 4 for Business |  Go 3 |  Go 2 |  Go (1st Gen) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel® Processor N200 | Intel® Pentium® Gold / Core™ i3 | Intel Pentium Gold 4425Y or 8th Gen Intel Core m3-8100Y | Intel Pentium Gold 4415Y |
| CPU Performance (Score) | 5,200 | 3,200 | 3,000 | 2,500 |
| GPU | Intel® UHD Graphics (N200) | Intel® UHD Graphics 615 | Intel® UHD Graphics 615 | Intel® HD Graphics 615 |
| NPU (AI) | — | — | — | — |
| AI Performance (TOPS) | — | — | — | — |
| Battery (hours) | 12.5 | 11 | 10 | 10 |
| Weight (g) | 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. | A legacy model released in the past. | A legacy model released in the past. |
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History of the Surface Go series
Surface Go 4 for Business
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.