Testseek.com have collected 364 expert reviews of the Microsoft Surface RT and the average rating is 74%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Surface RT.
January 2013
(74%)
364 Reviews
Average score from experts who have reviewed this product.
Users
(80%)
425 Reviews
Average score from owners of the product.
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The editors liked
Excellent keyboards
Useful kickstand
Great for Windows RT
Stylish look and premium feel
Windows RT takes Microsoft's operating system to places it's never been before. Running on lower-powered ARM chips and forgoing third-party legacy Windows programs
Windows RT emphasizes much of the best of Windows 8
Type Cover
Kickstand
Good specs
Comfortable weight and size
USB port
The Microsoft Surface's Metro interface is innovative
Elegant
Powerful
And versatile. The tablet feels strong and well-built
Runs Office 2013
And includes rich video and music services. Its keyboard cover accessories are the best ways to type on a ta
Great hardware
USB and micro-SD
Versatile form factor
Great screen
Touch covers are awesome
Excellent battery life
Full Office 2013
Solid hardware
The editors didn't like
Poor selection of apps
Standard display
Heavier than iPad
Sluggish graphical performance
You won't be able to run anything from Windows 7 on Windows RT
And Windows RT tablets have been dogged by performance complaints
Lacks third-party apps
May not be the best Windows tablet on the market soon
$559 (32GB)
$679 (32GB with Touch cover)
$789 (64GB with Touch cover)
The tablet's performance can be sluggish
Its Windows Store is lacking
Metro takes getting used to
And the Desktop interface feels clunky and useless
Windows store has very limited software selection so far
Abstract: Follow @MobileGalen You have to give Microsoft credit for creating an iPad competitor that's more than a copy. Yes, the Surface RT is roughly the same size and weight as the iPad, but it's truly its own device. For one thing, it comes with Microsoft ...
Download the Ubergizmo Windows 8 appThe Microsoft Surface for Windows 8 RT ($499.99) represents an important step in Microsoft's entry into the tablet market. While it does not even try to win the “specification” war, it is important to note that it has a...
Incredible design and feel, Magnetic TypeCover rocks, Runs Windows RT faster than other tablets, Kickstand works wonderfully, Durable hardware, Made me enjoy Windows RT
Legacy desktop is slow and difficult to navigate with touch, Currently lacking solid app selection, Lacking a good tutorial, Price is too high
I've really enjoyed using the Surface RT. It is one of the best-designed tablets on the market and performs so admirably that it's convinced me that Windows RT has a serious shot at drawing an audience in the tablet world. The operating system still has...
Published: 2012-10-28, Author: Warner , review by: gottabemobile.com
Abstract: I am truly struggling with my feelings and thoughts about Microsoft's Surface RT Tablet. There were points on Friday when I first started working with the Surface RT (I bought a 32GB unit with both Touch and Type covers) where I literally wanted to throw ...
In the end, it all comes down to ecosystem. If you’re already invested in Microsoft then it’s a good solution: if you’re a Windows Phone user, or an Xbox 360 gamer, or simply have a background with Windows 7, then Surface will likely fit into your wor...
Published: 2012-10-25, Author: PC , review by: techworld.com
Surface RT is packed with productivity potential, and finds a certain measure of success in reinventing the tablet form factor. But its hardware isn't perfect, and its Windows RT operating system lacks flexibility and app support....
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Published: 2012-10-24, Author: Peter , review by: arstechnica.com
Top-notch build quality, Touch Cover really does work, Type Cover is a good solution for high-volume text entry, Clear, bright screen with good viewing angles, First-rate Wi-Fi reliability
Touch Cover and Type Cover alike have poor touchpads, No NFC, no GPS, no 3G or 4G, There's no escaping that 1366×768 is a low resolution, $499 unit lacks the all-important Touch Cover, For $599, the Asus VivoTab RT gives you a package that's more versatil
The Surface is a nice tablet. The design and aesthetic are pleasing, the feel in the hands, particularly of the kickstand and magnetic cover connection is excellent. But is it worth buying on the day of release?The big problem Microsoft has is that right...
Last week Microsoft announced pricing for Surface. The base configuration starts at $499 with 32GB of internal storage, you can get a bundle with a black Touch Cover for $599 and finally there's a 64GB model with Touch Cover for $699. All versions of Surf...
Abstract: Some time ago, top executives at Microsoft ( MSFT ) realized the company needed to make some major strategic changes to adapt in a marketplace that was in the early days of a huge shift. Many would argue that the decision came later than it should have, a...
