Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 Platinum Silver 2021
Apple MacBook Air 13.6" M4 Silver 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 Platinum Silver 2021
The laptop is generally well-liked for its speed, light weight, and great value as a refurbished device. Most users found it perfect for basic tasks like web browsing and light gaming, though one reviewer reported a defective charger and battery issues. Overall, it is recommended for students or anyone needing an affordable, portable computer.
Pros
- Fast performance for basic tasks
- Lightweight and compact design
- Great value for price (refurbished)
- Like-new condition reported by many
Cons
- Charger stopped working within a week
- Loud fan noise reported
- Battery fails to hold charge unplugged
- Poor condition in one case despite rating
Apple MacBook Air 13.6" M4 Silver 2025
The MacBook Air M4 is widely praised for its performance, portability, and improved keyboard. Users appreciate the fast M4 processor, long battery life, and lightweight design, though some note limited storage and only two Thunderbolt ports as minor drawbacks. Overall, it's seen as a powerful and reliable upgrade from older models.
Pros
- Fast M4 processor performance
- Lightweight and portable design
- Long battery life
- Improved keyboard feel
- Beautiful screen and display
Cons
- Limited internal storage options
- Only two Thunderbolt ports
- Expensive storage upgrade from Apple
- Requires dongle for more ports
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 | Apple MacBook Air 13.6" M4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | i5-1135G7 | Apple M4 ★ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | — | 10★ |
| Graphics | ||
| GPU | Integrated Intel UHD Graphics | Apple (10-Core)★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Type | integrated | integrated |
| VRAM Type | — | Unified |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 16 GB | 32 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | — | LPDDR5★ |
| Storage 1 | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage 1 Type | SSD | NVMe SSD★ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 12.4" | 13.6" |
| Resolution | — | 2560 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 60 Hz★ |
| Brightness | — | 500 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB-C Ports | — | 2★ |
| USB Ports | — | 0★ |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 4 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6E★ |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.3★ |
| Ethernet | — | No |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | — | 1.24 kg★ |
| Battery | — | 54 Wh★ |
| OS | Windows 11 Pro | macOS |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 12.4" Surface Laptop Go 2 Platinum Silver 2021
- Strong portability (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong reliability (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Below average gpu (14th percentile)14th %ile
- Below average storage (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average port selection (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average cpu (32nd percentile)
Apple MacBook Air 13.6" M4 Silver 2025
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong reliability (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong portability (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong screen (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Below average storage (25th percentile)
Verdict
Scores 83 overall, wins 8 of 8 usage categories and 17 of 25 specs.