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Brand New Surface Go vs Surface 4 Pro
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SP4 is a better all around device the GO is all about footprint and so naturally has a few compromises compared to SP4
No and considering that it's likely been reset it should be as good as new
You need to check on battery usage and that it's a late 2016 ver
Some models developed a screen flicker but MS will now replace the device up to 3 years after date of purchase so you should be ok if 2016
Unless it's the Surface Pro 4 (2017) with 7th gen Intel I'd lean towards the Surface Go which does have 7th gen Intel with better video consumption capabitilities. Also, do a battery report to check for battery wear if buying used.
https://www.windowscentral.com/surface-pro-2017-specs
https://www.windowscentral.com/surface-pro-2017-specs
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This is the current surface pro which is really the surface pro 5. They just dropped the number at the end.
I would go for the Pro. However if you plan go use it for hours on the go then consider what the battery life is like after 1-2 years, or how quickly it can be recharged.
This. It's all about footprint, do you need a small device? If so they the Go would be a better bet. But if size isn't an issue then the pro 4 all the way. Better battery life, more power, larger screen/keyboard, etc.
The “equalizer” in that equation, IMO, is the 2 year old battery of the Pro. I don’t think it is wise to buy a device with a used battery of unknown longevity that can’t be replaced.
Agreed,several of us noted to check battery condition especially with these sealed units. I think they can be replaced but only by MS and that won't be cheap
Yes, I saw that and understand... I disagree even with checking the battery condition. I would not trust the results of any test on a 1-2 year old battery. But that's me.
Well I avoid it too as I never buy 2nd hand, but if OP is happy with that choice how else can we advise him ?
Depends on what you're going to do with it.
The SP4 is likely to be at least a bit faster due to its processor and much faster SSD (or a lot faster if it's the i7 model). So depending on what apps you intend to use, this might be important to you.
The SP3/SP4/SP2017 form factor has more accessories for it at this point, if that's important to you.
If you're simply after portability, the Go is the obvious choice, however.
I found a current generation Surface Pro (i5, 4gb ram, 128ssd) open box at Best Buy for $350. One hell of a deal. This is a great device. I couldn’t be happier.