Testseek.co.uk 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.
790100225
The editors liked
Drastically improved battery life
Solid magnesium body
Expandable 12
15 hour battery life
Incredibly quick and powerful
Build quality is second to none
Much-improved battery life over the first version
Large range of new accessories
New dual-stage Kickstand makes it easier to use on your lap
Solid performance
Windows 8.1
Better kickstand
Excellent screen
Windows 8.1 a better experience
Excellent build quality
MicroSD expansion slot
USB 3.0
Smaller and lighter than Ultrabook competitors
Better battery life than predecessor
Solid build quality
Great performance and battery life by laptop standards
Accurate stylus
Awesome screen
Great processing power
Battery life
7 hours
Quality design and finish
Light weight (930 g as a tablet
1.2 kg with the keyboard attached)
While the size and shape of the Surface Pro haven’t changed much in a year - it’s still the same dazzling 10.6-inch full HD screen attached to a rather hefty slab you wouldn’t want to throw in your bag - we’re pleased to say that what’s under the hood has. The new Intel Haswell 1.6GHz processor and beefy 4GB (or even 8GB) of RAM don’t flinch when it comes to opening memory gobbling apps like Phot
Robust
Gorgeous design
Vastly improved battery life
Everyday computing power to spare
Much better battery life
New kickstand adds flexibility
New touch cover is huge improvement
The most versatile PC you can buy
Cooler and quieter
Sturdy build
Tough twopoint kickstand
Fine screen
Terrific keyboard covers
Fullsize USB 3.0 port
Improved battery life
Ultrabook components
Full 1080p HD display
10
Finger touchscreen
Comes with pressure
Sensitive stylus
The editors didn't like
Heavy
Expensive
Lack of LTE is a shame
Priced way too high to compete with tablets
Keyboard covers are vital but expensive
No lighter or thinner than the original
Charging port is really fiddly to use
Bulky
Battery life not good enough
Poor Touch Cover
Hard to service/upgrade parts
No keyboard included
It's a lot of cash
Chunkier and heavier than many tablet competitors
Stated storage isn't realised (64GB is approx 37GB)
Camera quality
No beefy graphics card on board
Heavy and clunky by tablet standards
Keyboard covers cost an extra £100
Not enough ports
Overheating
We could moan about the lack of tablet-ized apps in the Windows App store
But it’s not a huge issue given the Pro can run all your legacy desktop apps - some of which such as Skype we still prefer to their fullscreen cousins. There are some niggling hardware issues though
Ones you might expect from a relative newcomer but still pains nonetheless
I have to say the Windows 8 operating system had grown on me long before Windows 8.1 arrived. The fact you could enjoy both worlds of the tablet experience and the traditional desktop was fascinating and offered a myriad of possibilities, especially in te...
While the size and shape of the Surface Pro haven’t changed much in a year - it’s still the same dazzling 10.6-inch full HD screen attached to a rather hefty slab you wouldn’t want to throw in your bag - we’re pleased to say that what’s under the hood has. The new Intel Haswell 1.6GHz processor and beefy 4GB (or even 8GB) of RAM don’t flinch when it comes to opening memory gobbling apps like Phot
We could moan about the lack of tablet-ized apps in the Windows App store, but it’s not a huge issue given the Pro can run all your legacy desktop apps - some of which such as Skype we still prefer to their fullscreen cousins. There are some niggling hardware issues though, ones you might expect from a relative newcomer but still pains nonetheless: the Pro 2 is heavy, the magnetic power lead fidd
Microsoft’s no longer the minnow in the Windows hardware game. With its second-gen Surface Pro 2 it’s crafted a powerful multi-tasking slate that won’t let you down in any situation. It’s not slim, and it’s not cheap: this is a niche device, no doubt, ...
Microsoft's Surface Pro 2 gets improved battery life and better overall performance thanks to the inclusion of a fourth generation Intel Core i5 CPU, but it also includes a better screen, an improved kickstand, and better accessories.Tags:Tablets,WindowsB...
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Published: 2013-10-31, Author: Barry , review by: alphr.com
Abstract: With unsold stock of the Surface RT burning a billion-dollar hole in Microsoft's finances, the company needs to make amends. Enter the new Surface Pro 2 and Surface 2 models, which boost the specifications, extend battery life and give Microsoft a fightin...
Published: 2013-10-25, Author: Paul , review by: tech.uk.msn.com
Abstract: The second generation of Microsoft's full fat Windows 8.1 tablet has arrived. Yes, we're talking Surface Pro 2 – the tablet cum laptop – that has just gone on sale here in Blighty.MSN Tech has been playing with one for the last week or so, read on to fi...
The Surface Pro 2 crams a serious amount of power into a compact frame. However, now that Microsoft has launched the bigger, better Surface Pro 3, the Pro 2 makes sense only if you're on a tight budget. Even then, its value is questionable - many people w...
Much better battery life, New kickstand adds flexibility, New touch cover is huge improvement, The most versatile PC you can buy, Cooler and quieter
Irritating dynamic contrast on screen, App store still lacking, High DPI in desktop mode troublesome
There are still some rough edges, but the Surface Pro 2 is an outstanding hybrid in the true meaning of the word. Nothing matches the flexibility it offers and it finally has the battery life to deliver on its promise.Next, read our iPad mini 2 news and r...
Published: 2013-10-22, Author: Mike , review by: pocket-lint.com
Excellent screen, Windows 8.1 a better experience, excellent build quality, microSD expansion slot, USB 3.0, smaller and lighter than Ultrabook competitors, better battery life than predecessor
No keyboard included, it's a lot of cash, chunkier and heavier than many tablet competitors, stated storage isn't realised (64GB is approx 37GB), camera quality, no beefy graphics card on board
Surface Pro 2 is a subtle push forward for the device, and a necessary one. It's no giant leap, though, and just like before we're toing and froing between its highs and lows and balance to price point. Overall there's no denying that it's a solid...
