Testseek.com have collected 225 expert reviews of the Microsoft Surface Pro G2 12.3 inch - Intel CPU and the average rating is 79%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Surface Pro G2 12.3 inch - Intel CPU.
October 2013
(79%)
225 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(81%)
57 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
The Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is a faster
Longer-battery-life version of the original model
Upgraded with a current-gen Haswell processor. The keyboard cover is also improved with backlit keys
And is among the best tablet accessories ever devised
Great overall design (we love the kickstand)
Full HD screen
Lots of CPU speed in a small tablet form factor
Is a great hybrid if you use Type Cover 2
Optional Power cover to improve battery life
Solid magnesium body
Improved kickstand
Vibrant display
Improved OS
In general
Performs pretty well most of the time
Screen bright and contrasty in all angles
Kickstand makes it perfect for lap or desk use
Excellent performance with Intel Haswell processors
Runs proper Windows 8
Not that Windows RT thing that hates Windows apps
Supports USB 3.0
Metal build makes it very sturdy
Decent battery life
Stand can be positioned in two ways
Power adaptor can
The editors didn't like
The Surface Pro 2 remains stubbornly thick and heavy compared with some sleeker competitors. The base 64GB version may leave you starved for storage
And the keyboard cover
Practically required
Should be included instead of sold separately
Battery life not as good as we'd hoped
Lacks integrated full-sized HDMI and SD facilities
Wi-Fi could be better
Easily scratched
Heavy
Chunky
Expensive
Lack of LTE
35 second sleep/wake time where rivals are instanton
Published: 2013-11-04, Author: Luke , review by: gizmodo.com.au
This device is representative of the hybrid tablet-laptop future that we want. Not only is it still freaking gorgeous to look at, it's running a fully featured operating system, packing in amazing accessories and ports for you to expand your experience. I...
Solid magnesium body, Improved kickstand, Vibrant display, Improved OS
Heavy, Chunky, Expensive, Lack of LTE
Microsoft has taken the option of improving upon on what was there before with the Surface Pro 2, so if you wasn't keen on the concept of a tablet offering the functionality of a laptop, you're unlikely to be swayed by this second effort. On the other han...
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Published: 2013-10-21, Author: Dan , review by: cnet.com.au
The Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is a faster, longer-battery-life version of the original model, upgraded with a current-gen Haswell processor. The keyboard cover is also improved with backlit keys, and is among the best tablet accessories ever devised
The Surface Pro 2 remains stubbornly thick and heavy compared with some sleeker competitors. The base 64GB version may leave you starved for storage, and the keyboard cover, practically required, should be included instead of sold separately
Microsoft's subtly updated Windows 8.1 tablet feels more like Surface Pro 1.5 -- improved battery life and better accessories make it a worthwhile (albeit pricey) laptop replacement, but it's still not an iPad-level category killer....
Great overall design (we love the kickstand), Full HD screen, Lots of CPU speed in a small tablet form factor, Is a great hybrid if you use Type Cover 2, Optional Power cover to improve battery life
Battery life not as good as we'd hoped, Lacks integrated full-sized HDMI and SD facilities, Wi-Fi could be better, Easily scratched
The second version of Microsoft's Surface Pro tablet offers some good enhancements, primarily to the kickstand and the available accessories. We think it's a great tablet all up, especially if you like the idea of carrying around a fully functional comput...
Published: 2014-08-29, Author: Danny , review by: makeuseof.com
In all honesty, I like the Surface Pro 2. It's a nice device that has some good specs and great build quality. I really don't like the Type Covers much, so I'd recommend getting a Bluetooth keyboard and mouse instead. Once you have that, I really think th...
Published: 2014-03-13, Author: Will , review by: newatlas.com
Abstract: With the first Surface Pro , Microsoft laid out its vision of the future: one mobile device with the guts of a laptop that can replace your tablet, laptop, and maybe even desktop. Unfortunately that first model also brought along some sketchy battery life...
Abstract: Since my first review of Microsoft's Surface Pro 2 I've continued to use the ultra-portable device for work and leisure but I've not really pushed the hardware to find its limits. In the last week that has changed. I'm in Austin for the annual South by So...
Best-in-class performance and battery life, Attractive screen, Premium look and feel, Improved two-stage kickstand
Still heavy as a tablet, Keyboards add over $100 to the price, Single USB port
If you're looking for an attractive, powerful tablet with good battery life, Microsoft's much-improved Surface Pro 2 delivers. Just don't expect this top-tier slate to come cheap—it's priced at over $1,000 when you add in the cost of the keyboard cov...
Ultrabook components. Full 1080p HD display. 10finger touch screen. Improved kickstand and performance. Comes with pressuresensitive stylus. Works with Surface covers and accessories. Truly Windowscompatible.
Keyboard cover is optional. Only one USB 3.0 port. Kickstand still digs into your legs
The Surface Pro 2 is Microsoft's updated slate tablet that's improved in every performance vector. It packs ultrabook-class components into an innovative form factor with a sturdy chassis. Add in a wide range of useful accessories, and the Surface Pro 2 ...
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Published: 2014-02-21, Author: Joel , review by: pcmag.com
Ultrabook components. Full 1080p HD display. 10-finger touch screen. Improved kickstand and performance. Comes with pressure-sensitive stylus. Works with Surface covers and accessories. Truly Windows-compatible.
Keyboard cover is optional. Only one USB 3.0 port. Kickstand still digs into your legs
The Surface Pro 2 is Microsoft's updated slate tablet that's improved in every performance vector. It packs ultrabook-class components into an innovative form factor with a sturdy chassis. Add in a wide range of useful accessories, and the Surface Pro 2 ...
