Microsoft
Microsoft Surface Go 3 10.5" Tablet 64GB Pentium Gold 6500Y Platinum
A 10.5 inch Windows 11 tablet with a 1920 x 1280 PixelSense touchscreen, Pentium Gold 6500Y processor and 64GB eMMC storage
- Release Year2024
- ColorAberdeen Silver
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
- CPU TypeIntel Pentium Gold 6500Y
- Number of CoresDual-core Processor
- Screen Size10.5"
- 5" PixelSense touchscreen for portable productivity
- Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y dual-core processor handles everyday tasks
- 64GB eMMC storage provides fast boot and app load
- Windows 11 Home pre-installed for modern security
- Slim 0.3" profile and light weight suit mobile use
Compact Windows Tablet for Light Tasks
The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is a 10.5 inch Windows 11 Home tablet powered by an Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y dual-core processor running at 1.10 GHz with a 3.40 GHz boost. It includes 4 GB of memory and 64 GB of eMMC storage. The PixelSense touchscreen offers a 1920 x 1280 IPS display in a platinum chassis measuring 9.65 x 6.9 x 0.3 inches.
Connectivity and Expansion Context
Wireless networking uses 802.11ac with Bluetooth for peripherals and internet access. A microSD card reader allows storage expansion beyond the internal 64 GB drive. Front and rear webcams support video calls. The device lacks full-size USB or HDMI ports, so a dock or adapter is required for wired accessories or external monitors.
Sustained Workload Behaviour
The fanless design relies on passive cooling, so the Pentium Gold 6500Y will throttle under continuous heavy load to manage temperatures. Battery life exceeds 5 hours for typical mixed use but will decrease during sustained processor-intensive tasks. Intel UHD 615 graphics handle basic video playback and light productivity without active cooling noise.
Highlights
- 5" PixelSense touchscreen for portable productivity
- Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y dual-core processor handles everyday tasks
- 64GB eMMC storage provides fast boot and app load
- Windows 11 Home pre-installed for modern security
- Slim 0.3" profile and light weight suit mobile use
Specifications
| Brand | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Model | Surface Go 8W4-00001-64-Pla-B |
| Release Year | 2024 |
| Color | Aberdeen Silver |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| CPU Type | Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y |
| Number of Cores | Dual-core Processor |
| Screen Size | 10.5" |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Display Type | IPS |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1280 |
| Built-in Storage | 64GB |
| HDD | 64 GB |
| WLAN | 802.11ac Wireless LAN |
| USB | 0 |
| HDMI | No |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Life | > 5 hours |
| Other Features | 1.10 GHz Processor, Built-in speakers |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | 9.65 x 6.9 x 0.3 |
| Weight | < 2lbs |
Questions about this item
Will the 64GB eMMC fill up quickly under sustained use?
The 64GB eMMC drive stores the operating system and your files, so capacity limits appear first when installing large apps or saving media locally.
How much heat or fan noise does the Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y produce when running all day?
The dual-core 1.10 GHz processor with Intel UHD 615 graphics is passively cooled, so it runs silently though the chassis can become warm during extended workloads.
Which accessories must I already own to make this tablet fully functional?
A USB-C charger is required for power, and a Type Cover or Bluetooth keyboard is needed for laptop-style typing since the device has no built-in keyboard or USB-A ports.
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