The latter is used to fast charge the tablet and connect to accessories, but the Surface Go 3 can also be charged via the Type-C port. When used in portrait orientation, you'll find the power and volume buttons on the right, and the headphone jack, USB Type-C port, and a proprietary Surface Connect port on the bottom. The matte gray finish doesn't attract fingerprints, and the metal body feels sturdy and well put-together. It's around 8.3mm thick and weighs 544g, making it fairly slim and light. Thanks to the hybrid nature of a detachable 2-in-1, the Microsoft Surface Go 3 works infinitely better as a tablet than most convertible Windows laptops with 360-degree hinges. Is the Surface Go worth it though? Let's find out.

It could be an appealing solution for anyone looking for a hybrid computer that can fulfil both work and entertainment needs, such as content consumption. Think of it as Microsoft's version of an iPad, but running the full desktop Windows experience you're probably used to. The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is primarily a Windows tablet, which can transform into a laptop with the optional keyboard attachment. It's also a lot more portable, hence the name.

This makes the Surface Go 3 quite interesting as it's priced lower than the Surface Pro line. While there's no dearth of convertible Windows laptops, detachable 2-in-1s are still a rarity and usually cost a premium.

The Surface Go 3 is Microsoft's latest and most affordable tablet, and it's designed to tackle basic computing tasks.

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