Surface Go 2 specs and features
Applies To
Surface Go 2Support for Windows 10 will end in October 2025
After October 14, 2025, Microsoft will no longer provide free software updates from Windows Update, technical assistance, or security fixes for Windows 10. Your PC will still work, but we recommend moving to Windows 11.
To learn how to upgrade your Surface to Windows 11, see Getting ready for the Windows 11 upgrade.
Get to know Surface Go 2
Surface Go 2 is portable and helps you get your tasks done, every day and anywhere.
Not sure where to plug something in or how to turn up the volume? Here's a diagram to help you out.
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Volume
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Power button
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Windows Hello camera
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Studio Mics (dual microphones)
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Headset and microphone jack
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USB-C port
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Kickstand
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Surface Connect port
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microSD™ card reader
Surface Go 2 and Windows
Surface Go 2 comes with:
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Windows 10 Home edition in S mode (consumer customers)
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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?
: You can upgrade your Surface Go 2 to Windows 11. For more info, see Windows 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 Go 2 tech specs
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Scenarios |
Improved speed for everyday tasks, streaming movies, music, and TV shows, shopping, browsing, emails, and homework |
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Dimensions |
9.65" x 6.9" x 0.33" (245 mm x 175 mm x 8.3 mm) |
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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 |
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Memory |
4 GB or 8 GB RAM |
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Processor |
Intel® Pentium® Gold Processor 4425Y 8th Gen Intel® Core m3 Processor |
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Battery Life1 |
WiFi: Up to 10 hours of typical device usage LTE Advanced:3 Up to 10 hours of typical device usage |
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Graphics |
Intel® UHD Graphics 615 |
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Storage 4 |
eMMC drive: 64 GB Solid-state drive (SSD): 128 GB |
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Connections |
1 x USB-C® 3.5 mm headphone jack 1 x Surface Connect port Surface Type Cover Port MicroSDXC Card Reader (UHS-I) Compatible with Surface Dial* |
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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 |
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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™ |
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Software |
Windows 10 Home in S mode2 Microsoft 365 Family one month trial |
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Wireless |
WiFi: IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth Wireless 5.0 technology LTE Advanced3: Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ X16 LTE Modem |
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Sensors |
Ambient light sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Magnetometer |
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Exterior |
Casing: Magnesium Color: Platinum Physical buttons: Volume, Power |
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What's in the box |
Surface Go 2 Power Supply Quick Start Guide Safety and warranty documents |
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Warranty5 |
1-year limited hardware warranty |
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Weight |
Wi-Fi: 1.2 lb (544 grams) LTE Advanced: 1.22 lb (553 grams) |
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Security |
Firmware TPM Enterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello face sign-in |
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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 battery lifeSurface Go 2: Up to 10 hours of battery life based on typical Surface device usage. Testing conducted by 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 test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150 nits 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. Testing conducted by 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 test utilizing Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook, and (3) a portion of time with the device in use with idle applications. All settings were default except screen brightness was set to 150 nits 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 performance subject to service provider’s network. Contact your service provider for details, compatibility, pricing, SIM card and activation. See all specs and frequencies at surface.com.
[4] System software uses significant storage space. Available storage is subject to change based on system software updates and apps usage. 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] Geekbench multi-core score comparison of Surface Go 2 M3 (Microsoft Windows Version 1909) versus Surface Go.
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