Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop SE

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Laptop Go and Microsoft Surface Laptop SE. With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Microsoft Surface Laptop Go vs. Microsoft Surface Laptop SE Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 27.818 cm x 20.567 cm x 1.569 cm 28.37 cm x 19.305 cm x 1.758 cm
Weight 1.11 kg 1.1124 kg
Case Material Aluminum, polycarbonate Plastic
Colour Platinum Glacier
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Screen Size (Type) 12.4" 11.6"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) -
Screen Resolution 1536 x 1024 1366 x 768 (HD)
Pixel Density (ppi) 148 135
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 16:9
Features PixelSense -
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
CPU Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G1 / 1 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.6 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Intel Smart Cache Intel Burst Technology
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
RAM 4 GB 4 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Resolution - 1 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features - 30 frames per second
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax -
Features - Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Battery Life Up to 13 hours Up to 16 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Output 39 Watt -
INPUT Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Type Keyboard, trackpad Keyboard, touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Interfaces USB 3.0
USB-C
Headphone output
SurfaceConnect
USB-C
USB
Headphone/microphone combo jack
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 11 SE
Software Included Microsoft 365 Family (30 days trial) Microsoft 365 for Education (requires licence or subscription)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Laptop Go Microsoft Surface Laptop SE
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Ambient light sensor Hall sensor
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip
Security Slot Type - Kensington nano security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection - Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features - Bulk packaging
ENERGY STAR Certified - Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 1 year
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