Microsoft Surface Go available via Flipkart, priced at Rs. 39,000
What's the story
Rivaling Apple iPad Pro and Samsung Galaxy Tab S4, Microsoft's recently launched Surface Go is now available for purchase in India, exclusively via Flipkart.
Touted as the smallest, lightest and most-affordable Surface yet, the tablet-cum-laptop device is priced at Rs. 38,599 for the 4GB RAM/64GB storage model and Rs. 50,999 for the 8GB RAM/128GB storage variant.
Here's our roundup of Microsoft Surface.
Design & display
Microsoft Surface Go: At a glance
Weighing just 522 grams and having a thickness of 8.3mm, the Surface Go features a 10-inch PixelSense Display with a resolution of 1800x1200 pixels and Gorilla Glass 3 protection.
It comes with a fan-less design, a built-in kickstand, and an adjustable hinge to offer Studio, Laptop, and Tablet modes.
The device also supports Surface Pen with 4,096 levels of pressure sensitivity and low latency.
Under the hood
Microsoft Surface Go: Specifications and features
The Microsoft Surface Go is powered by 7th-generation Intel Pentium Gold Processor 4415Y, paired with 4GB/8GB of RAM and 64GB/128GB of internal storage which can be further expanded via microSD card.
It runs Windows 10 S out-of-the-box. However, it can be upgraded to full Windows 10 Home for free.
Lastly, the tablet-cum-laptop device offers upto 9 hours of battery life on a single charge.
Nitty-gritty
Connectivity options and other features of Microsoft Go
The hybrid device comes with an 8MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera with also assists in face recognition (password-less log in).
In terms of connectivity, the Surface Go offers the proprietary Surface Connector port for charging and connecting to a desktop dock.
It also comes with a USB Type-C 3.1 port (for data, video, and charging), Wi-Fi, and a headphone jack.
Freebies
Pricing and offers
The Surface Go 4GB/64GB and 8GB/128GB models cost Rs. 38,599 and Rs. 50,999, respectively. However, they are currently available at a discounted price of Rs. 37,999 and Rs. 49,999.
In terms of offers, Flipkart is giving Rs. 4,000 off on the Surface Go Magnetic Keyboard (priced at Rs. 11,799) and 10% discount (upto Rs. 400) on Axis Bank Buzz credit cards.