Surface Go 3
CPU Benchmark
2,400
Battery Life
11h
Weight
544g
Customization
3/10
Surface Go 3 Features
"An easy-to-carry Windows tablet. Even after the arrival of Go 4, its compact size and light feel still hold up well."
Standout strengths
- High portability
- Ultra-compact
- Fanless
Trade-offs
- Performance can feel sluggish
- Short battery life
Surface Go 3 Performance Position
Compare specs and performance against the latest model, generation rank within Surface Go, and overall standing among all Surface devices.
Specs Comparison: vs Successor
This Model
Surface Go 3
Successor
Surface Go 4 for Business
Rank in Surface Go Series (4 Models)
Overall Surface Ranking
Specs Comparison: vs Predecessor (Surface Go 2)
Check the specs and evolutionary differences from the predecessor
This Model
Surface Go 3
Previous Gen
Surface Go 2
Upgrade Criteria
CPU performance improved by approx. 33%. Heavy tasks become dramatically smoother.
Battery life is 11 hours. More peace of mind on the go.
Support for latest AI features and connectivity (Wi-Fi 7) increases future value.
Specs Comparison: Current Models vs Surface Go 3
Compare current models across each series side by side.
| Spec Item | Go 3 | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CPU Benchmark | Single:1,050Multi:2,400 | Single:2,700Multi:11,500 | Single:3,100Multi:16,500 | Single:2,400Multi:10,800 | Single:2,750Multi:12,500 | Single:3,100Multi:16,500 | Single:3,150Multi:17,200 | Single:2,600Multi:11,500 | Single:2,650Multi:12,200 | Single:2,400Multi:10,800 | Single:3,300Multi:22,500 |
| GPU Benchmark | 3,200 | 20,000 | 26,000 | 18,000 | 21,000 | 26,000 | 26,000 | 27,000 | 27,000 | 18,000 | 115,000 |
| AI Processor (NPU) | — | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 45 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 80 TOPS | 48 TOPS | 48 TOPS | 45 TOPS | 120 TOPS |
| Battery Life | Up to 11h | Up to 15.5h | Up to 15.5h | Up to 16h | Up to 22h | Up to 20h | Up to 22h | Up to 19h | Up to 19h | Up to 18h | Up to 15h |
| Weight | 544g | 686g | 895g | 680g | 1220g | 1340g | 1660g | 1342g | 1660g | 1220g | 2000g |
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Accessory Compatibility
Check compatibility status for major official accessories.
| Accessory | Go 3 | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Type Cover | Surface Go Type Cover | Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard (Compatible) | Surface Pro Flex / Signature Keyboard | Surface Pro 12-inch Keyboard | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) | - | - | N/A (integrated keyboard) | N/A (integrated keyboard) | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) | N/A (Integrated Keyboard) |
Surface Pen | Surface Pen | Surface Slim Pen 2 (Supported) | Surface Slim Pen 2 | Surface Slim Pen | Surface Slim Pen 2 (Supported) | - | - | Surface Slim Pen 2 (supported) | Surface Slim Pen 2 (supported) | Surface Slim Pen (Supported) | Surface Slim Pen 2 (Supported) |
AC Adapter | 24W Surface Connect | 39W / 65W Surface Connect / USB-C PD | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | USB-C | 39W / 65W Surface Connect / USB-C PD | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C (USB4) | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C | 65W Surface Connect / USB-C | USB-C / 39W Surface Connect | 127W / 200W Surface Connect / USB-C PD |
Surface Dock | Surface Dock 2 | Surface Dock 2 / USB-C Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / USB-C Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Dock 2 / Thunderbolt 4 Dock | Surface Thunderbolt 4 Dock / USB-C Dock |
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Surface Go 3 Specs
Comprehensive technical specifications including processor, memory, storage, display, and ports.
| Processor (CPU) | Intel® Pentium® Gold / Core™ i3CPU Benchmark: Single:1,050Multi:2,400 |
|---|---|
| Graphics (GPU) | Intel® UHD Graphics 615 (GPU Benchmark: 3,200) |
| Memory (RAM) | 4GB / 8GB |
| Storage (SSD) | 64GB / 128GB |
| Display Size | 10.5" PixelSense™ |
| Resolution | 1920 × 1280 |
| Aspect Ratio | 3:2 |
| Battery Life | Up to 11h |
| Weight | 544g |
| Dimensions | 245 × 175 × 8.3 mm |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2021 |
Customization Level
Evaluate build-to-order options and long-term expandability.
CPU
Processor options
Memory (RAM)
RAM capacity options
Storage
SSD capacity and upgradability
GPU
Graphics options
Support Information
OS, driver and firmware support status, together with the System SKU that identifies your device.
OS / Driver & Firmware Support
Official Microsoft driver and firmware lifecycle end date alongside current supported OS (Windows 11 etc.) status.
- Driver & Firmware
- Supported
Official End Date
Oct 5, 2027
- Compatible OS Support
- OS Supported
- Support Notes
- Windows 11 supported / Within driver support window
* End dates follow official Microsoft Surface lifecycle definitions. Even after driver support ends, standard Windows security updates may continue if the underlying Windows edition remains supported.
System SKU
The System SKU reported by Windows System Information (msinfo32) and the model number printed on the device. Use them to identify your exact model.
- System SKU
- Surface_Go_3_1901
- Model Number (printed on device)
- 1901
Find the System SKU in System Information (msinfo32), or run `wmic csproduct get sku` in Command Prompt. The model number is engraved on the device (e.g. behind the kickstand).
* Where Geekbench has no measured result, scores are estimated from spec change ratios wherever possible. 32-bit models have no data.