Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Aberdeen Silver 2020
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Aberdeen Silver 2020
Most buyers are thrilled with the refurbished Surface Go 2, praising its speed, flawless operation, and excellent video and audio quality. However, a few experienced cosmetic issues like scratches and a degraded battery at 67% capacity with 566 cycles, which significantly dampened their satisfaction. Overall, the sentiment is positive but tempered by concerns about refurbishment consistency.
Pros
- Fast OS loading and operation
- Excellent video quality
- Satisfactory audio quality
- Flawless performance (when in good condition)
- Good value for refurbished price
Cons
- Inconsistent refurbishment quality
- Battery degradation (67% capacity, 566 cycles)
- Cosmetic scratches and scuffs
- Sticky residue on device
- BitLocker and TPM disabled
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025
Users are very satisfied with the Galaxy Tab S11, praising its performance, design, and value. The tablet is seen as a significant upgrade from older models, with expandable storage and a large screen being key positives. One verified reviewer noted the official keyboard case is a downgrade and awkward, but the tablet itself is universally recommended.
Pros
- Sleek and premium design
- Excellent overall performance
- Expandable storage option
- Good value for money
- Large and immersive screen
Cons
- Official keyboard case is a downgrade
- Keyboard cannot fold flat for handheld use
- No built-in S Pen storage on keyboard case
- Keyboard case is overpriced
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 | Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Intel Core m3-8100Y★ | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | No data | |
| Cores | 2 | 8★ |
| GPU | Integrated | — |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 12 GB★ |
| RAM Generation | DDR4★ | — |
| Storage | 128 GB | 512 GB★ |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | — |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.5" | 11" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 2560 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | AMOLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 150 nits★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Dial | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP Rating | — | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.55 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| Battery | 45 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Android 16 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Aberdeen Silver 2020
- Strong battery (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong cpu (73rd percentile)
- Below average screen (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (30th percentile)
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025
- Strong feature (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong cpu (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong screen (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
Verdict
Scores 82 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 26 specs.