Step Child of Surface Tablets

It has some good things going for it - full Windows unlike RT tablets, micro USB charging so no need to carry around special charger, nice screen, nice size. Unfortunately, glaring weaknesses makes it hard to recommend unless you can pick one up way under $200. Please, DO NOT buy if over $200 because there's better deals out there. The processor is adequate, at best, but lags at times, including during online browsing. If you pay these prices, browsing should be effortless but it's not and that's a sin for so-called premium product. Ridiculously high price for key cover option, although if you mind the slight size misfit, way cheaper keyboards for the older Surface RT and Pro works. One good thing is that, if you want a docking station, they're available online for under $30. If you don't mind the shorter battery life and the special charger, Surface Pro 2 is a compelling alternative as it'll give you more bang for the buck now. If you're thinking of getting a used one, make sure the tablet has absolutely no issues with charging port such a loose fit or slow charging and don't buy if the battery life is substantially reduced (say it get less than 2 hours from full charge). Nothing on this tablet is user replaceable so don't count on repairing anything if a component goes bad.Read full review

Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned