Amazon Renewed Microsoft Surface Go 3
Bottom line: The Amazon Renewed Microsoft Surface Go 3 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpus category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ 10.5" PixelSense 10-Point Touch Display, 1.1GHz Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y Processor
- ✓ Backed by Amazon Renewed's warranty and support channels
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated
Manufacturer description
This pre-owned or refurbished product has been professionally inspected and tested to work and look like new. How a product becomes part of Amazon Renewed, your destination for pre-owned, refurbished products: A customer buys a new product and returns it or trades it in for a newer or different model. That product is inspected and tested to work and look like new by Amazon-qualified suppliers. Then, the product is sold as an Amazon Renewed product on Amazon. If not satisfied with the purchase, renewed products are eligible for replacement or refund under the Amazon Renewed Guarantee.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Amazon Renewed Microsoft Surface Go 3 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Amazon Renewed's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpus of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Key Features
- 10.5" PixelSense 10-Point Touch Display, 1.1GHz Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y Processor
- 1800 x 1200 Screen Resolution (216 ppi), 8GB RAM, 128GB SSD Storage
- Integrated Intel HD Graphics 615, MicroSD Media Card Reader, Lightest Surface yet, starting at just 1.15 lbs.
- Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Bluetooth 4.1, 8MP Rear Camera | 5MP Front Camera
- USB Type-C | 3.5 mm Headphone Jack, All-day battery life, with up to 9 hours of unplugged power, Windows 10
Full Specifications
| Size | 8GB Memory - 128GB SSD |
|---|---|
| Brand | Microsoft |
| Color | Silver |
| RAM Size | 8 GB |
| Model Name | Lenovo |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Screen Size | 10.5 inches |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, USB, WiFi |
| Display Type | PixelSense |
| Model Number | I93-00001 |
| Configuration | Intel® Pentium® Gold |
| Warranty Type | Limited |
| Hard-Drive Size | 128 GB |
| Mfr Part Number | 8VZ-00001 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Speed | 1.1 GHz |
| Total Usb Ports | 2 |
| Video Processor | Intel |
| CPU Model Number | Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y |
| Full listing title | Microsoft Surface Go 3 - 10.5" Touchscreen - Intel Pentium Gold - 8GB Memory - 128GB SSD - Device Only - Platinum (Latest Model) (Renewed) |
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