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Testseek.co.uk have collected 450 expert reviews of the Microsoft Surface Pro G3 12.3 inch - Intel CPU and the average rating is 82%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Microsoft Surface Pro G3 12.3 inch - Intel CPU.
Award: Most Awarded June 2014
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The editors liked

  • Beautiful new display screen with higher resolution
  • The kickstand folds out to 150 degrees as opposed to only two positions on the Surface 2
  • New stylus pen performance enhances usability and makes the tablet easier to use as a standalone device
  • Faster
  • The Surface hardware is beautiful as always
  • But now it has functionality to back it up. The combo of new hinge
  • Type Cover lock-bar-thingy
  • And a bigger screen make the Surface Pro finally laptop enough. Instead of offering a vague glimpse at the future
  • Everything about the Surface Pro 3 design screams style and thoughtfulness. Microsoft took the entire Surface Pro 2 back to the drawing board with this revision. Between its bigger
  • Sharper screen and thinner
  • Lighter magnesium frame
  • Nearly every box has
  • The Surface Pro 3 is thinner and lighter than the previous two versions
  • Despite having a larger 12-inch display and higher screen resolution. A new kickstand makes it easier to set up and use
  • And the keyboard cover remains a best-in-class example. The S
  • Clear display
  • Good performance
  • Wealth of productivity services
  • Good battery life
  • Good screen
  • Lots of power
  • Keyboard accessory is great
  • Top design and great build quality
  • Fabulous screen
  • Speedy and powerful
  • Given its size
  • You might expect the Surface Pro 3 to be a hulking beast of a machine
  • But it's actually surprisingly light. The Surface Pro 2 had a 10.6inch screen and weighed 907g
  • Whereas the 12inch Pro 3 somehow manages to tip the scales at 800g. It's
  • Beautiful display. Awesome handwriting recognition thanks to the Surface Pen and software. Great new 3
  • 2 aspect ratio
  • Great design and build quality
  • Gorgeous screen
  • Fast and powerful
  • Good build quality
  • Excellent screen
  • Good battery power
  • Stylus good for taking notes
  • Good processing speed
  • Weight (800 g without keyboard)
  • Superb screen
  • Excellent pen integration
  • Portable form factor
  • Flexible kickstand
  • Sharp display and design
  • Huge Type Cover upgrade
  • Can truly do both
  • Kickstand and Type Cover now work a treat
  • More powerful than a tablet
  • More flexible than a laptop
  • The Surface Pen is superb
  • Lovely screen
  • Thinnest
  • Lightest Core Intel tablet we've seen
  • Great keyboard
  • Sharp 12-inch screen works well as a laptop display
  • Comfortable touchpad
  • Stylus works great
  • MicroSD card support
  • Major design improvements
  • Better battery life
  • More portable
  • Bigger and better screen
  • Premium build
  • Outstanding feature list
  • Practically a laptop
  • Oustanding build quality
  • Sharp and bright screen
  • Hugely versatile all-in-one
  • Very accurate digital pen

The editors didn't like

  • The keyboard must be purchased separately
  • The kickstand feature can be inconvenient for lap use
  • Battery life is okay but could compete more with some of the Ultrabooks on the market
  • Device tends to run slightly hot when used for extended periods of tim
  • It's not exactly a flaw but Microsoft doesn't include Type Cover with the devices it sells
  • That's an extra £110. And considering that it's basically mandatory
  • The Surface Pro 3 is actually
  • Sneakily
  • £110 more expensive than Microsoft would have you bel
  • But make no mistake
  • There is still room for improvement with the Surface Pro 3. For one
  • Selling the Type Cover as an optional accessory not only inflates the price of this product
  • But only serves to diminish Microsoft's mission statement to replace the
  • That excellent keyboard cover is not included in the base price
  • And its improved touchpad still doesn't measure up. The chassis lacks pen storage
  • And even with tweaked kickstand and keyboard hinges
  • The Surface Pro 3 still doesn't fit perfectly on the l
  • Expensive by tablet standards
  • Type Cover costs an extra £110
  • Stylus can lag
  • Not great battery life
  • Expensive higher-spec versions
  • Keyboard not included
  • Little choice of apps
  • Type Cover pricey
  • And disappointing trackpad
  • Lack of ports
  • It might be light
  • But 12 inches is still pretty large
  • So it's not all that portable. You're going to notice it in your bag. The MacBook Air is still slimmer and lighter
  • Especially when you add the Pro 3's cover. Though of course you can take it standal
  • At 5-6 hours usage for moderate tasks
  • The battery life on the Surface Pro 3 leaves something to be desired
  • Windows 8 app selection still small
  • Type Cover is expensive and trackpad is poor
  • Limited connectivity
  • Average speakers
  • Temperature management needs improving
  • Type Cover not included
  • Windows scaling problems
  • Battery life isn't good enough
  • Difficult to repair
  • OK battery life
  • Runs hot at times
  • Type Cover still optional
  • Many apps scale badly for the screen
  • Looks pricey next to a laptop or tablet
  • Battery will drain fast if pushed very hard
  • Still not comfortable in your lap
  • Too heavy as a tablet
  • Windows 8 desktop apps don't scale well with resolution
  • Windows 8 still a disjointed experience
  • Proprietary charging port
  • OS takes up 20GB of free space
  • Type Cover still feels substandard
  • Very
  • Very expensive
  • Its key accessory costs extra
  • Loud and hot
  • Not great on your lap
  • Too big for small tray tables
  • Lacks full-size SD card slot

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  Published: 2014-07-03, review by: thunderbaylive.com

  • Abstract:  Lisa Gade compares the Microsoft Surface Pro 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Note Pro 12.2 tablets. Check out our video review of the Microsoft Surface Pro 3...

 
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  Published: 2014-07-01, review by: thunderbaylive.com

  • Abstract:  Lisa Gade compares the Microsoft Surface Pro 3 and the Lenovo ThinkPad Yoga Windows 8.1 tablet and Ultrabook. Check out our video review of the Microsoft Surface Pro 3...

 
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  Published: 2014-06-27, Author: IT , review by: itbusiness.ca

  • Abstract:  Unlike the other machines on this list, the new Microsoft Surface Pro 3 is a convertible tablet. So while it is not an Ultrabook, we did want to include it because Microsoft is promoting it as a tablet that can replace your notebook when you add a keyboar...

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  Published: 2014-06-23, review by: thunderbaylive.com

  • Abstract:  Lisa Gade reviews the Microsoft Surface Pro 3 Windows 8.1 tablet. The 3rd gen Surface Pro is Microsoft's best yet, with Intel Core CPUs, HD 4400 graphics, 4 or 8 gigs of RAM and and SSD drive. The tablet has a 2160 x 1440, 12″ display supporting touch and...

 
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  Published: 2014-06-07, review by: thunderbaylive.com

  • Abstract:  Lisa Gade does a hands-on first look review of the Microsoft Surface Pro 3. This is a 12″ Windows 8.1 Pro tablet with a 2160 x 1440 display that supports both pen and touch. It runs on 4th gen Intel Core i3, i5 and i7 CPUs with Intel HD 4400 graphics, and...

 
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  Published: 2016-09-13, Author: Joe , review by: techradar.com/au/

  • Sharp display and design, Huge Type Cover upgrade, Can truly do both
  • OK battery life, Runs hot at times, Type Cover still optional
  • Not without its drawbacks, this is the brightest shining example of not only Microsoft's vision of a laptop-free future, but the entire laptop-tablet hybrid category...

 
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  Published: 2015-11-02, Author: Ben , review by: ozlaptopreviews.com

  • Stylish and portable design, High resolution touch screen with rich colors, Robust performance with impressive hardware, Improved kickstand which offers better viewing angles.
  • The Type Cover keyboard needs to be purchased separately, Runs slightly hot when used for a long period, The battery life is below average, The Final Verdict, When the Microsoft Surface Pro 3 was announced, it took a jab at the MacBook 13-inch for bein
  • When the Microsoft Surface Pro 3 was announced, it took a jab at the MacBook 13-inch for being heavier and less versatile compared to the Pro 3. While Microsoft scores full marks in terms of a fantastic design, robust build quality and versatile features...

 
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  Published: 2015-04-13, Author: Joe , review by: techradar.com/au/

  • Sharp display and design, Huge Type Cover upgrade, Can truly do both
  • OK battery life, Runs hot at times, Type Cover still optional
  • Not without its drawbacks, this is the brightest shining example of not only Microsoft's vision of a laptop-free future, but the entire laptop-tablet hybrid category....

 
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  Published: 2015-01-28, Author: Sasha , review by: pcauthority.com.au

  • The Surface Pro 3 represents a confident step towards the perfect hybrid device. The new 3:2 display, in combination with the lighter chassis, makes it a far more agreeable tablet than its predecessors, while the new kickstand and Type Cover make it a mo...

 
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  Published: 2015-01-08, Author: Bennett , review by: apcmag.com

  • Abstract:  Whether you like the ultra-thin keyboard is a matter of taste; there's no denying that it'll take a bit more getting used to than the Chiclet keyboards used elsewhere. The benefit is that attaching the keyboard barely alters the size or weight of the enti...

 
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