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Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3

Intel UHD Graphics · Core i5-1235U · 8GB RAM · 12.4" PixelSense touch
$799
C
49/100 overall
Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is a budget laptop built around the Core i5-1235U and Intel UHD Graphics, paired with 8GB RAM and a 12.4" PixelSense touch display. It weighs 2.49 lbs and is rated by the manufacturer for 15 hours of battery — independent reviews suggest ~9.8 hours of real-world use. For local AI workloads, 0 GB VRAM + 8 GB RAM means the system can limited local-ai capability. At $799, Laptop Index gives it an overall score of 49/100 (tier C).

Specifications

BrandMicrosoft
CategoryBudget
GPUIntel UHD Graphics
CPUCore i5-1235U
RAM8 GB
VRAM0 GB
Screen12.4" PixelSense touch
Weight2.49 lbs
Battery (claimed)15 hrs
Battery (realistic)~9.8 hrs
Price (USD)$799

Laptop Index scores

Overall tierC · 49/100
GPU score9/100
CPU score35/100
AI / LLM capability~1B params
Local AI verdictLimited local-AI capability
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