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Platinum magnesium 2-in-1 tablet with 10.5 inch touchscreen and detachable keyboard

Microsoft

Microsoft Surface Go 3 2-in-1 Laptop Pentium Gold 6500Y 4GB 64GB 10.5" 8V8-00001

SKU CH-6TN5-A429M MPN 8V8-00001

A detachable 2-in-1 laptop with a 10.5 inch 1920 x 1280 touchscreen, Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y processor, 4GB memory and 64GB SSD, running Windows 11 in S mode

  • Screen size10.5 in (26.7 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Pentium Gold
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 615
  • Memory size4 GB
  • SSD storage64 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1280
  • Lightweight 1.20 lbs magnesium body for easy mobility
  • 5 inch 1920 x 1280 touchscreen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3
  • Windows Hello face sign-in with firmware TPM for secure access
  • Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y up to 3.40 GHz for responsive everyday performance
  • Wi-Fi 6 connectivity for fast wireless networking

Ultra-portable 2-in-1 for light daily tasks

The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is a detachable 2-in-1 laptop built for consumers who need a compact Windows device for web browsing, document editing and media consumption. Its magnesium chassis weighs 1.20 lbs and measures 9.65" x 6.90" x .33", so it fits easily in a small bag. The Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y dual-core processor reaches 3.40 GHz turbo frequency with 4 MB L3 cache.

Windows 11 in S mode limits app installation

The operating system runs Windows 11 in S mode, which only allows apps from the Microsoft Store unless you switch out of S mode. The 64 GB SSD and 4 GB of soldered memory cannot be upgraded because there are zero available memory slots. Intel UHD Graphics 615 uses shared system memory, so graphics performance scales with the fixed 4 GB RAM.

Verify software compatibility and storage needs

Check that your essential applications are available in the Microsoft Store or that you are prepared to leave S mode permanently. Confirm that 64 GB of internal storage is sufficient for your files, as there is no microSD slot mentioned in the specifications. Ensure Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) compatibility with your existing router for optimal wireless performance.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in 2-in-1 Touchscreen Laptops, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $390.99
Cheaper than about 79% of the 1,222 comparable items (median $652.99).
Screen size 10.5 in (26.7 cm)
Lower than about 94% of the 1,077 comparable items (median 14 in).
Memory size 4 GB
Lower than about 99% of the 973 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMicrosoft
Product lineSurface Go 3
Model name8V8-00001
Product colorPlatinum
Design styleDetachable
Product typeHome / Personal
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Pentium Gold
Processor modelIntel Pentium Gold 6500Y
CPU coresDual-core Processor
Turbo clock speedUp to 3.4 GHz
L3 cache size4 MB
Memory
Memory size4 GB
Memory configuration4 GB x 1
Total memory slots0
Free memory slots0
Storage
SSD storage64 GB
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size10.5 in (26.7 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1280
Touch input10-point multi-touch
Screen features220 PPI
Aspect ratio: 3:2
Contrast ratio: 1500:1
Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 615
Video RAMShared system memory
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundEnhanced dual far-field Studio Mics
Speakers2 W stereo speakers with Dolby Audio
Web cameraWindows Hello face authentication camera (front-facing)
5.0MP front-facing camera with 1080p HD video
8.0MP rear-facing auto-focus camera with 1080p HD video
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 6
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax compatible
Network typeWi-Fi Only
Bluetooth support5.0
Ports & slots
USB ports1 x USB-C
Additional ports1 x Surface Connect port
Surface Type Cover Port
Audio jacks3.5 mm headphone jack
Memory card readerMicroSDXC Card Reader
Power
Battery runtimeUp to 11 h of typical device usage
Battery packCapacity Nominal (WH) 28.0
Battery Capacity Min (WH) 26.8
Size & build
Overall dimensions9.65 in × 6.9 in × 0.33 in
Product weight1.2 lb (0.54 kg)
Shipping weight4.08 kg
Package size483 × 356 × 127 mm
In the box
Included itemsSurface Go 3
Power Supply
Quick Start Guide
Safety and warranty documents
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 in S mode
More details
Other featuresSecurity:
Enterprise-grade protection with Windows Hello face sign-in
Firmware TPM
Sensors:
Ambient light sensor
Accelerometer
Gyroscope
Magnetometer
Casing: Magnesium
Physical buttons: Volume, Power
Keyboardand Pen sold separately

Questions about this item

Should I pick the 4 GB / 64 GB configuration or a higher-capacity Surface Go 3 model?

This unit comes with 4 GB of RAM and a 64 GB SSD; the memory is not expandable and there are no free slots, so choose it only if your workload fits within those limits.

What does the Pentium Gold 6500Y turbo of 3.40 GHz deliver in everyday use?

The dual-core chip can burst to 3.40 GHz for short tasks such as web browsing or document editing, but sustained loads will run at lower clocks because of the fanless design.

How fast is the Wi-Fi 6 connection on this 2-in-1?

The 802.11ax radio supports Wi-Fi 6 speeds, though real-world throughput is capped by the 1×1 antenna layout and your router's capabilities.

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