80
Matthew Buzzi
PCMag
“The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 2 doesn't reinvent the original, but some minor upgrades and a new CPU put this affordable, stylish notebook back among your best budget options for 2022.”
Critical Assessment
What Critics Praise
- Lightweight and portable
- Premium look and feel
- Improved webcam
- Dual Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Atmos
- Competitive performance from updated CPU
- Stylish, colorful design
Points of Contention
- Shallow keyboard travel
- No backlit keys
- Outdated processor
- Less‑than‑1080p display with nonstandard resolution
- No HDMI port
Professional Reviews
4 reviews from 4 critics70
Phillip Tracy
Gizmodo
“The Surface Laptop Go 2 is a decent value option but only when you step up from the severely compromised base mode.”
60
Dan Seifert
The Verge
The Surface Laptop Go 2 offers a premium design and comfortable input devices in a compact form factor. However, its limited specifications and disappointing battery life make it unsuitable for demanding tasks.
60
Mark Hachman
PCWorld
“there are a number of comparably priced laptops that simply offer more value than the Surface Laptop Go 2.”
