Around this price point, the i3 model of the Surface Go 3 is still competitive on performance. It’s worth noting that many of the 2-in-1s in the chart above are significantly more expensive. There is the option to tilt the Type Cover at a more ergonomic angle, but this led to many accidental screen taps as I was trying to reach the function keys. You also get backlit keys, something that’s often sacrificed on keyboard accessories. The keyboard itself is more compact than you might be familiar with, but I quickly got used to it. Keys are clicky and tactile, offering a good amount of travel considering its size. That’s a significant additional investment, although the Type Cover does deliver a convincing typing experience. The latter’s microfibre finish means it costs £99.99/$99.99, but the other Alcantara-coated options will set you back £124.99/US$129.99. I tested the Ice Blue version, but it’s also available in Poppy Red, Platinum or Black via the

The only other design element of note are pins on one side of the Go 3, used to seamlessly connect the Type Cover.

Type Cover, mouse and stylus all sold separately.

It’s the same reason the power and volume controls are on the top of the screen when used in landscape mode, but I didn’t find that to be an issue. I understand that all the ports needed to be on the tablet itself, but surely there was room for more.

Surface go 3 screen size