The Microsoft Surface Go 3 is now available in black, offering another color option to buyers. Microsoft is one of the leading brands when it comes to 2-in-1 detachable Windows computers and its Surface Go 3 is its cheapest model. At under $400, it is an alternative for those who do not want an iPad or a Chrome OS 2-in-1 laptop.
While some brands will release a device in all the planned color options at launch, there are others whose modus operandi is to announce a new color option months after the product has been released. Although a new colorway can be the push buyers need to purchase a product, the real winner tends to be the manufacturer who not only gets to sell more units but also gets added press coverage for the latest version.
The Surface Go 3 was announced in September 2021 as the newest iteration of Microsoft's cheapest 2-in-1 Surface computer. It was previously only available in a Platinum color option, but the detachable computer can now be purchased in Matte Black as well. The new black finish covers the entirety of the back, frame, and the kickstand. For those that want to complete the Surface Go 3 experience with matching optional accessories, like the Surface Pen and Surface Go Type Cover, that's also now possible with the accessories also available to buy in black. The new Matte Black Surface Go 3 can be purchased now from Microsoft's online store.
More Money For A New Color
The Surface Go 3 starts at $399 but for those who want to pick up the new Matte Black color, they'll have to shell out more money. Microsoft isn't charging more for the new color, it is just that the Matte Black Surface Go 3 is not currently available in the same base model as the Platinum version. Due to this, the cheapest Matte Black option is $549.99 and this is for the Intel Pentium 6500Y model with 8GB RAM and a 128GB SSD. Other options include $629.99 for the Intel Core i3 Wi-Fi version or $729.99 for the Intel Core i3 LTE variant.
The Windows tablet has a 10.5-inch screen with a 3:2 aspect ratio and a 1920 x 1280 resolution. The display is protected by Gorilla Glass 3 and has 10-point multi-touch . There is a 5MP camera on the front that's capable of recording in 1080p, while the rear camera is an 8MP sensor. Although the Surface Go 3 doesn't have a fingerprint scanner, it does feature the biometrics-based Windows Hello . It also packs dual far-field studio microphones and 2W stereo speakers with Dolby Audio. In of ports, the Surface Go 3 has an audio jack, a USB-C port, a Surface Connect port for charging, and a microSD card reader. Microsoft ships the device with Windows 11 Home in S Mode and claims to offer up to 11 hours of battery life.