Microsoft Surface Pro X vs. Microsoft Surface Go 2

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

Detailed comparison and review of Microsoft Surface Pro X and Microsoft Surface Go 2. 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 Pro X vs. Microsoft Surface Go 2 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Product Type Tablet - no keyboard Tablet - no keyboard
Dimensions (WxDxH) 28.7 cm x 20.8 cm x 0.73 cm 24.5 cm x 17.5 cm x 0.83 cm
Weight 774 g 544 g
Case Material Anodised aluminium Magnesium alloy
Colour Platinum | Matte black Silver
DISPLAY Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Screen Size (Type) 13" 10.5"
Touchscreen Yes (10-point multi-touch) Yes (10-point multi-touch)
Screen Resolution 2880 x 1920 1920 x 1280
Pixel Density (ppi) 267 220
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 3:2 3:2
Image Brightness 450 cd/m² -
Features PixelSense Corning Gorilla glass 3, PixelSense
PROCESSOR Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
CPU Microsoft SQ1 3 GHz Intel Core m3 (8th Gen) 8100Y / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 3.4 GHz
Number of Cores - Dual-Core
Cache - 4 MB
64-bit Computing - Yes
MEMORY Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
RAM 8 GB 4 GB
RAM Type LPDDR4X SDRAM -
STORAGE Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD 64 GB eMMC
AUDIO & VIDEO Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Graphics Processor (GPU) Qualcomm Adreno 685 Intel UHD Graphics 615
Camera Yes - 4K (rear), 1080p (front) Yes - 1080p
Resolution 10 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front) 8 Megapixel (rear), 5 Megapixel (front)
Camera Features Autofocus, Windows Hello Rear camera auto focus, 1080p Full HD video calling on Skype, Windows Hello
Sound Stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards Dolby Audio Premium Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 NFC, Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0 IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11g, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.0, IEEE 802.11ax
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology LTE Advanced Pro -
BATTERY Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Battery Life Up to 15 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Output 65 Watt -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Slots 1 x Nano-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB-C
Keyboard
SurfaceConnect
USB-C
SurfaceConnect
Headphone output
Dock
Memory Card Reader - Yes (microSDXC)
SOFTWARE Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro Windows 10 Pro
Software Included Microsoft 365 Business Standard, Business Premium or Microsoft 365 Apps (30 days trial), Microsoft 365 Apps (requires licence or subscription) Microsoft 365 (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS Microsoft Surface Pro X Microsoft Surface Go 2
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter Power adapter
Integrated Options Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor Accelerometer, ambient light sensor, magnetometer, gyro sensor
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Features - Volume control, Studio Mode, Tablet Mode, Laptop Mode
Navigation Receiver GPS/GLONASS -
SAR Value 1.498 W/kg (body) 0.702 W/kg (body)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 1 year Limited warranty - 2 years
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