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
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225 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
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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: 2014-01-17, Author: Dana , review by: engadget.com
Attractive, well-built hardware, Great display, Fast performance, improved battery life, More comfortable to use in the lap
Still heavy as a standalone tablet, Typing experience hasn't improved much
The new Surface Pro is more viable as a laptop replacement, but it hasn't made much progress as a standalone tablet. Ultimately, it's at its best in laptop mode, but it's still not always as comfortable to use as a proper Ultrabook....
Abstract: Let's face facts: Most people weren't impressed by the original Microsoft Surface and Windows RT. The first Surface lacked the performance and the operating system that most PC users demand.Microsoft was quick to respond in early 2013 with the Surface Pro...
Excellent design and build, Superb display, Active pen proves very useful, Performance matches best in class
Pricey, Needs a keyboard cover to be complete, Desktop experience a bit awkward
The Surface Pro 2 is a first-rate device. Its combination of mobility, power, and design matches and even slightly outperforms topnotch Ultrabooks with similar size and specs. Unfortunately, like those Ultrabooks, the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is also expe...
Published: 2013-11-20, Author: David , review by: Laptopmag.com
Attractive magnesium alloy design, Vivid and responsive 1080p touch screen, Improved active stylus, Loud and clear audio, Faster than similarly configured Ultrabooks, Long battery life
Keyboard not included, Cramped touchpad, Relatively heavy for a tablet, Limited tablet app selection, Poor camera quality
Thanks to its much-improved battery life and fast performance, the Microsoft Surface Pro 2 is a compelling tablet and laptop in one device....
Battery Life, Sheer Performance, Versatility, True digitizer pen, Display, Noise emissions, Build quality, Integrated kickstand, Magnetic power connector, Power adapter with integrated USB charging functionality
Weight, Camera resolution, Heat emissions (under full load), Price, Expensive accessories, Somewhat reduced display sharpness when scaled up
Microsoft Surface Pro 2 Microsoft Surface Pro 2 Microsoft Surface Pro Microsofts's tablet-shaped ultrabook remains an attractive alternative to the established device categories , finding its place somewhere in between. Its still-unique combination of ...
Abstract: Apple started a revolution when it launched the original iPad back in 2010, one that redefined the way consumers viewed the tablet segment entirely. Before its arrival, the only wide spread tablets in existence were those hulky laptop convertible ones ...
Published: 2013-11-06, Author: Lee , review by: Theinquirer.net
Welcome improvements such as the kickstand design, more responsive keyboard and better battery life, Windows 8.1 is nice to use on the Surface Pro 2
Still a little thick and heavy for a tablet, a little more expensive than we'd like
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Published: 2013-11-04, Author: Jose , review by: techspot.com
Abstract: The tablet market doesn't look very different than it did a year ago from the perspective of who's doing well and who's not. Perhaps the most exciting developments came towards the end of 2012 and beginning of 2013 from the usual big guys: Google released...
Wildly portable yet has the power of an Ultrabook. Sharp display, Wacom digital pen for notes and art, much improved battery life and keyboard covers
Screen may be too small for some, especially because some third party programs don't handle scaling well
We really liked the original Surface Pro and admired its combination of computing power, portability and convertible versatility. But battery life and the less than perfect (albeit innovative) keyboard covers stopped me from buying one. With MS Surfac...
Published: 2013-10-31, Author: Chris , review by: techworld.com
The Surface Pro 2 crams a serious amount of power into a compact frame - enough to worry the latest Ultrabooks. Its design may be spot on for some but we can't help feel that instead of being the best of both laptop and tablet worlds, it's neither. The pr...
