Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 Aberdeen Silver 2020
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 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
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this tablet, praising its excellent screen, audio, and smooth multitasking performance for the price. The included pen and magnetic folio case are standout features that enhance usability for drawing and everyday tasks. While some note a slight initial lag when apps load, the device quickly becomes snappy and is considered unbeatable value, especially when on sale around $200.
Pros
- Excellent screen quality
- Great audio and speakers
- Smooth multitasking performance
- Included pen for drawing
- Magnetic folio case
Cons
- Slight initial lag when loading apps
- Cannot connect to TV via HDMI
- Not as fast as flagship phones
Scores
Specifications
| Microsoft Surface Go 10.5" Surface Go 2 | Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| CPU* | Intel Core m3-8100Y★ | AMD Ryzen 5 1600 |
| CPU Multi-Core Score | ||
| Cores | 2 | 8★ |
| GPU | Integrated | Arm Mali-G57 MC2 GPU★ |
| GPU Benchmark Score | No data | |
| Memory & Storage | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Generation | DDR4 | LPDDR4X★ |
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | SSD★ | UFS |
| Expandable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Display | ||
| Size | 10.5" | 12.1" |
| Resolution | 1920 px | 2560 px★ |
| Panel | IPS | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | — | 90 Hz★ |
| Brightness | 150 nits | 800 nits★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.2★ |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Cellular | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Stylus Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stylus Model | Surface Dial | Lenovo Tab Pen |
| Fingerprint Reader | ✗ | ✗ |
| Face Unlock | ✓★ | ✗ |
| IP Rating | — | IP52 |
| Physical | ||
| Weight | 0.55 kg | 0.53 kg★ |
| Battery | 45 Wh★ | — |
| OS | Windows 10 Home | Android 15 |
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)
Lenovo Idea Tab Plus 12.1" Idea Tab Plus Luna grey 2025
- Strong gpu (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong social proof (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong screen (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong battery (89th percentile)89th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 74 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 9 of 27 specs.
