The alternatives: 3 more mid-range laptops
This lightweight trio have the knives out for every Microsoft Go model
FIRST TEST MICROSOFT SURFACE LAPTOP GO
Google Pixelbook Go
from £629 / store.google.com
What’s the story?
Google’s own Go is an ode to minimalism and the best attempt yet at convincing Chrome OS doubters. The inherently limited operating system and lack of professional multimedia software mean it won’t be suitable for everyone, but the spec options are plentiful, including one with a 4K display and 16GB for £1329… if you’re some kind of maniac.