Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Platinum 2020
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 11" Gray 2025
What Buyers Say
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Platinum 2020
The Microsoft Surface Go 2 receives mixed feedback. Many users praise its portability, battery life, and value for money, especially for work on the go. However, several verified buyers report receiving units with cosmetic damage, missing accessories like the keyboard, or software issues such as incorrect Windows installation and school-locked devices. Charging via USB-C is also a point of confusion, as it does not work despite some descriptions claiming otherwise.
Pros
- Portable and lightweight
- Good battery life (4-8+ hours)
- Great value for money
- Excellent condition (many units)
- Comes with free case (some)
Cons
- USB-C charging not functional
- Cosmetic damage on some units
- Missing keyboard/accessories
- Software issues (Windows install)
- School-locked devices
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 | 1.7 GHz pentium | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ |
| Cores | 2 | 8★ |
| GPU | Intel HD Graphics 615 | — |
| 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 | LCD | AMOLED★ |
| Refresh Rate | — | 120 Hz★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6★ | — |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth 5.4★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Pen | S Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | — | ✓★ |
| Face Unlock | ✓ | ✓ |
| IP Rating | — | IP68 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.54 kg | 0.48 kg★ |
| OS | Windows 10 Home in S Mode | Android 16 |
Pros & Cons
Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Platinum 2020
- Strong gpu (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (81st percentile)81st %ile
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong connectivity (70th percentile)
- Below average cpu (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average user sentiment (21st percentile)
- Below average battery (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 23 specs.