Surface Go 2 specs and features (2024)

Surface Go 2 is portable and helps you get your tasks done, every day and anywhere.

Get to know Surface Go 2

Not sure where to plug something in or how to turn up the volume? Here's a diagram to help you out.

Surface Go 2 specs and features (1)

  1. Volume

  2. Power button

  3. Windows Hello camera

  4. Studio Mics (dual microphones)

  5. Headset and microphone jack

  6. USB-C port

  7. Kickstand

  8. Surface Connect port

  9. microSD™ card reader

Surface Go 2 and Windows

Surface Go 2 comes with:

  • Windows 10 Home edition in S mode (consumer customers)

  • Windows 10 Pro edition (commercial customers)

You can switch from Windows 10 S to Windows 10 at no additional charge. Once you switch out of S mode, you can't switch back. For more info, see Switching out of S mode in Windows 10.

Not sure which version of Windows you have? See Which Windows operating system am I running?

If you're not sure which Surface model you're using, see Which Surface model do I have?

Note:You can upgrade your Surface Go 2 to Windows 11. For more info, seeWindows 11 System Requirements.

Surface Go 2 features

Connect your device anywhere

Get laptop versatility with the built-in Kickstand and Signature Type Cover. With WiFi and optional LTE Advanced, you’ll be able to work anywhere you need to.

Performance from day to night

Run Office 365, apps, Netflix, and more with the Intel® Pentium® Gold and Pentium® M processors available for Surface Go 2.

Browse and play on your PixelSense™ Display

Your screen has a higher resolution on its 10.5 inch display. The PixelSense Display makes your movies and shows look great, while the built in Dolby® Audio makes it sound great too.

Seamless, safe, and secure

Sharing Surface Go 2 with your family is easy and safe with multiple-user logins, screen time limits, and content filtering. You’ll have space for your photos, documents, and other files on Surface Go 2. If you need more storage, use an SD card or get 5 GB of free storage of OneDrive with a Microsoft account.

Make it your own

Learn more about the optional accessories that work with your Surface Go 2.

  • Surface Pen

  • Surface Signature Type Cover

  • Surface Arc Mouse

  • Surface Dock

Surface Go 2 tech specs

Scenarios

Improved speed for everyday tasks, streaming movies, music, and TV shows, shopping, browsing, emails, and homework

Dimensions

9.65" x 6.9" x 0.33" (245 mm x 175 mm x 8.3 mm)

Display

Screen: 10.5" PixelSense™ Display
Resolution: 1920 x 1280 (220 PPI) resolution
Aspect ratio: 3:2
Contrast ratio: 1500:1
Touch: 10 point multi-touch
Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3

Memory

4 GB or 8 GB RAM

Processor

Intel® Pentium® Gold Processor 4425Y
8th Gen Intel® Core m3 Processor

Battery Life1

WiFi: Up to 10 hours of typical device usage
LTE Advanced:3 Up to 10 hours of typical device usage

Graphics

Intel® UHD Graphics 615

Storage 4

eMMC drive: 64 GB
Solid-state drive (SSD): 128 GB

Connections

1 x USB-C®
3.5 mm headphone jack
1 x Surface Connect port
Surface Type Cover Port
MicroSDXC Card Reader
Compatible with Surface Dial*

Network

Nano SIM Tray 4G LTE Advanced (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 39, 40, 41, 66) GPS/GLONASS: Standalone and assisted GNSS, accuracy up to 3 meters

Cameras, video, and audio

Windows Hello face authentication camera (front-facing)
5.0 MP front-facing camera with 1080p Skype HD video
8.0 MP rear-facing auto-focus camera with 1080p HD video
Dual Studio Mics
2W stereo speakers with Dolby® Audio™

Software

Windows 10 Home in S mode2
Microsoft 365 Family one month trial

Wireless

WiFi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth Wireless 5.0 technology
LTE Advanced3: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ X16 LTE Modem

Sensors

Ambient light sensor
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer

Exterior

Casing: Magnesium
Color: Platinum
Physical buttons: Volume, Power

What's in the box

Surface Go 2
Power Supply
Quick Start Guide
Safety and warranty documents

Warranty5

1-year limited hardware warranty

Weight

Wi-Fi: 1.2 lb (544 grams)
LTE Advanced: 1.22 lb (553 grams)

Security

Firmware TPM
Enterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello face sign-in

Best-in-class support from Microsoft Store

60-day return policy
90 days of free technical phone support
12 months in-store support and technical assistance
1 free training session to transfer data and optimize performance

[1]Surface Go 2 batterylife
Surface Go 2: Up to 10 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testingconductedby Microsoft in February 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Go 2. Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity testutilizingMicrosoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settingsweredefault except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage, and other factors.
Surface Go 2 with 4G Advanced: Up to 10 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testingconductedby Microsoft in February 2020 using preproduction software and preproduction configurations of Surface Go 2. Testing consisted of full battery discharge with a mixture of active use and modern standby. The active use portion consists of (1) a web browsing test accessing 8 popular websites over multiple open tabs, (2) a productivity testutilizingMicrosoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settingsweredefault except screen brightness was set to 150nits with Auto-Brightness disabled. Wi-Fi was connected to a network. Battery life varies significantly with settings, usage, and other factors.

[2]Surface Go 2 for consumers comes with Windows 10 Home in S mode to bring you the powerful Windows features you use most at exceptional value. If you need additional enterprise management and security tools for the workplace, you can switch to Windows 10 Pro or purchase Surface Go 2 for Business.  Windows 10 Home in S mode works exclusively with apps from the Microsoft Store within Windows and accessories that are compatible with Windows 10 Home in S mode. A one-way switch out of S mode is available. Learn more at Windows 10 frequently asked questions.

[3] LTE functionality available on selected configurations only. Service availability and performancesubjectto service provider’s network. Contact your service provider for details, compatibility, pricing, SIM card and activation. See allspecsand frequencies at surface.com.

[4] System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates andappsusage. 1 GB = 1 billion bytes. 1 TB = 1,000 GB. See  Surface storage options for more details.

[5] Microsoft’s Limited Warranty is in addition to your consumer law rights.

[6] Geekbenchmulti-core score comparison of Surface Go 2 M3 (Microsoft Windows Version 1909) versus Surface Go.

Related topics

  • How to adjust settings for the Omnisonic speakers on Surface

  • Adjust settings for Studio Mics

  • Which Surface model do I have?

  • Which Windows operating system am I running?

Surface Go 2 specs and features (2024)

FAQs

Surface Go 2 specs and features? ›

The Surface Go 2 has been stepped up to Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity compared to Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.1 in the original Go. You're going to see much faster wireless speeds in the newer version.

How old is the Microsoft Surface Go 2? ›

Surface Go 2
DeveloperMicrosoft
GenerationSecond
Release date6 May 2020
Availability12 May 2020
Introductory priceUSD$400 to 730
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What's the difference between surface go and Surface Go 2? ›

The Surface Go 2 has been stepped up to Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity compared to Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.1 in the original Go. You're going to see much faster wireless speeds in the newer version.

What are the cons of the Surface Go to? ›

Cons
  • Poor performance.
  • Comes with zero accessories.
  • A single year of warranty.
  • No upgrades to memory or storage.
Jan 30, 2024

What is the Microsoft Surface 2 good for? ›

Portable and powerful

Surface Laptop 2 comes with an 8th-generation Intel® Core™ processor that'll breeze through any task, and a battery that's powerful enough to last all day.

Can you add storage to Surface Go 2? ›

This device is available with 128GB of internal memory and the option to add a MicroSD card (sold separately) up to 2TB.

How many monitors can a Surface Go 2 support? ›

Thank you for reaching Microsoft Community. Yes, it is possible by extending the display of the Surface to the two external monitors. Please see this page for more details and for the supported resolution in using Surface Dock 2: Troubleshoot connecting Surface to a second monitor.

Does Surface Go 2 have sim card slot? ›

These steps apply to Surface Go and Surface Go 2 models with LTE Advanced. With your Surface Go with LTE Advanced screen facing you, turn the left edge towards you until you see the SIM card tray. Insert the SIM ejector tool into the small hole and gently press in until the SIM card tray is ejected.

How long will Surface Go 2 be supported? ›

Surface driver and firmware lifecycle period
Surface deviceRelease dateEnd-of-servicing date for firmware & drivers
Surface Go 2May 6, 2020December 30, 2024
Surface Book 3May 26, 2020April 1, 2025
Surface Pro X SQ2October 13, 2020August 10, 2025
Surface Laptop GoOctober 13, 2020October 13, 2024
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Apr 9, 2024

Which one is better, Surface Go 2 or 3? ›

Our Verdict. The Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) is a newer version of the Microsoft Surface Go 2 (2020). They're nearly identical in most aspects; however, the Go 3 is available in a new matte black finish and with more powerful CPUs.

Does Surface Go 2 have a USB port? ›

Ports are limited to use one USB-C, one USB-A, and one 3.5mm headphone jack. The right side of the computer has Microsoft's proprietary Surface Connect port.

What can the surface Book 2 do? ›

Use Surface Book as a laptop

Of course, Surface Book 2 is a powerful laptop—it runs professional-grade software with high-speed Intel processors, blazing NVIDIA graphics, lighting-fast storage, and delivers up to 17 hours of battery life, so you can get things done.

What are the advantages of Microsoft Surface? ›

Why Surface
  • Thoughtfully designed.
  • Versatile and adaptable.
  • Powerful productivity.
  • Simple and secure.

What does surface go do? ›

The Surface Go is aimed toward children, students and schools. The device features a fanless Intel Pentium Gold processor inside. For the first time, the device contains USB C port with power delivery, the first Surface device to support such port and a Surface Connect port.

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