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Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 21D-00001 Intel Core i5 10th Gen 1035G1 (1.00GHz) 8 GB LPDDR4X Memory 256 GB SSD 12.4" Touchscreen Windows 10 in S mode
(Microsoft Certified Refurbished)
ModelBrand MicrosoftSeries Surface Laptop GoModel 21D-00001Quick InfoColor Platinum Operating System Windows 10 in S modeCPU Intel Core i5-1035G1 1.00 GHzScreen 12.4" TouchscreenMemory 8 GB LPDDR4XStorage 256 GB SSDGraphics Card Intel UHD GraphicsVideo Memory Shared memoryDimensions (W x D x H) 10.95" x 8.10" x 0.62"Weight 2.45 lbs. Other Features Security:Firmware TPMEnterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello one touch sign-inOne Touch sign in with Fingerprint Reader Power button Sensors: Ambient light sensor
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On top of all this, you get the design which incorporates a 3:2 touchscreen and impressive design for the price point (consider that the Go models were always intended as a "discount" series).
Contrasted with recent deals there were some of the Dell refurbs which got down to around $200 for 8th generation CPUs. The devices were definitely MUCH less sleek (being enterprise devices), but otherwise pretty comparable in performance/configuration (though having notably older CPUs). The next option have been some of the 4-core i-series laptops in the $250-300 range. Most of those haven't featured touchscreens, much less the slim and portable design of the Surface Laptop Go. More unfortunately, the $250 deals have gotten a bit more scarce since Black Friday.
Although there's definitely evidence that you could get a similarly capable laptop for less, there haven't been many comparably premium-ish laptops that have come close to this configuration at this price point. Especially for those shopping in the kids/mom/grandma this should be a solid pick at this price.
Good luck!
Jon
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However, do consider that even as a refurbished device this battery isn't likely to have been swapped so you shouldn't expect like new performance.
Good luck!
Jon
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I have a desktop at home that I use for heavy stuff and large projects. So this laptop works great as a side device for when you need portability. I can barely feel it in my backpack and you can charge it with small usb batteries and wall plugs.
But it won't work as anyone's main device.
Just fyi, I'm typing this post on one, and the 8GB is fine (and will be for a while), so long as you're doing typical consumer or business use type stuff. I do a good amount of python, R and other data analysis type tasks (in addition to 20+ tab web browsing, MS Office, especially Excel & PowerPoint.)
For $350, this is a good deal for the quality you get, and that it's the 256GB version (vs. 128GB) makes it sweeter; I think you'll be satisfied.
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It's not the fastest (the i5 is nearly 3 generations old, and was nothing special even when released) but it's on the lighter side. 1 USBA, 1 USBC, 1 audio 3.5MM, and one Surface plug for charging (or you can use USBC to charge instead). Good screen - not the best ever, but better than the Acer and Dell entry level laptops. I do like the 3:2 layout very, very much. The keyboard is good (no, not Thinkpad or MacBook Pro good, but it's still pretty good), and overall the thing has a quality feel to it, if you can get past the obvious compromises (no backlight keys, lower resolution compared to other Surface models, basic-spec CPU, basic-spec GPU, etc.). - but it looks nice and feels good. Substantially nicer look and feel compared to most fat, clunky lower-end machines.
Microsoft has a roadmap of support for this until October of 2024: https://learn.microsoft
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RAM sucks, SSD sucks, display sucks - what are you looking for guys in the year 2022 (almost, 2023 is coming)? Specs are 5 y.o. (ate least) outdated, what's the reason to buy this piece of... MS?
Some cheap Walmart stuff will work better and saves you a $100.
It's got mediocre, non upgradable specs, and most people think touchscreens in a laptop are a gimmick. With software becoming ever more bloated, 8GB of of a deal breaker for a lot of folks.
So it comes down to being "premium-ish" as you put it. I think a lot of people don't care if a device is brushed aluminum is they have to take a step down on performance.
Here's a device, also refurbished from the manufacturer, but with a 10 core 12th Gen processor (or a comparable Ryzen processor) and upgradable RAM for $339. https://slickdeals.net/f/16268770-acer-aspire-3-laptop-intel-core-i5-1235u-15-6-1080p-8gb-ddr4-256gb-ssd-iris-xe-win-11-refurbished-339-99-free-shipping-acer-via-ebay?attrsrc=se
As an IT director I can tell you that touch screen is no gimmick, and most people don't think that way. Touch screen is required in any student device in this day and age. Windows S is fine, you are just limited to the Store, and that keeps the PC safe. Specs look good, especially for a student PC, which is who this device is geared towards.
I will gladly pay shipping if you don't want them anymore. If you can find a local kid that can repair, that's probably the best option. Places like Best Buy are the last place I would take them for repairs. If I was closer I would gladly repair them for you. It's usually an inexpensive fix.
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It depends on what line. Acer gaming laptops are quite robust with good cooling.
On the other hand, I've had to RMA my own surface pro (4) at least 3x during its lifetime. It had the infamous screen scramble, a dead SD card slot, and most egregiously... If you ran the machine at full blast, even when plugged in, it ran out of power faster than it could charge unless you got the bigger brick that came with the surface books.
I love their design and solid feeling nature, but I've moved away from them (like you, I use lenovo now)