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Updated January 12, 2024·
For better performance, especially in tasks like multitasking and graphics-intensive applications, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 stands out with its more powerful Intel i5 processor and Intel Iris Xe graphics. However, it is usually more expensive than the Maypug 15" Laptop, which has a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and Integrated UHD graphics, suitable for basic tasks. The Surface Laptop Go 3 is also more portable due to its smaller screen size and lighter weight. If long battery life is important to you, the may be more satisfying as it typically offers a longer battery life compared to the Maypug. The Maypug, with its larger screen, might be preferred for those who prioritize screen real estate over portability and performance. Ultimately, if you're looking for a balance of performance and portability and can stretch your budget, the Surface Laptop Go 3 would be the better option. However, if cost and a larger screen size are your key considerations, and your computing needs are basic, then the Maypug 15" might suit you well. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Maypug 15" Laptop
- The Maypug 15" Laptop has no clear advantages over the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3.
Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
- Good for general use
- Good for software development
- Good for content creation
- Good overall build quality
- Excellent portability
- Very good speakers
- Good keyboard
Key differences
General Use
5.8
7.2
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
200.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
337.0 nits
7.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.0 Hours
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
7.5/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is good for general use, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop, with its basic CPU, lower-resolution screen, and heavier build, offers modest performance and less crisp visuals which makes it less suitable for various tasks and less portable. In contrast, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has a more powerful CPU, higher-resolution touchscreen, and is lighter, which translates to better overall performance and greater ease of use on the go, despite having a smaller screen.
Gaming and AI
5.6
6.1
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.5/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is only fair for gaming and AI, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop is poor for gaming and 3D due to its basic Intel UHD Graphics GPU and standard screen refresh rate, combined with a lower resolution screen, while the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is fair for these tasks as it has a more capable Iris Xe GPU though it too has a standard screen refresh rate, but benefits from a higher screen quality and resolution.
Engineering and Design
5.6
6.8
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
3.5/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is only fair for engineering and design, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
The Maypug 15" Laptop is less suited for engineering and design tasks mainly because it's equipped with a less powerful Intel Celeron processor and Intel UHD Graphics, which are not ideal for demanding applications and rendering tasks, whereas the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3, despite also having modest hardware with an Intel i5 processor and Iris Xe graphics, offers better performance and a screen with higher resolution and brightness, hence a fair option for such tasks. The Surface Go also benefits from a higher quality build and a more portable design, making it more convenient for mobile professionals.
Content Creation
5.9
7.3
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is good for content creation, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
5.9
7.1
3.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
6.4/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
6.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
7.0/10
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is good for software development, while the Maypug 15" Laptop is poor.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
5.7
6.8
15.6in
SIZE
12.4in
1366 x 768
RESOLUTION
1536 x 1024
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
200.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
337.0 nits
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has a better screen than the Maypug 15" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, content creation, and software development.
The Maypug 15" Laptop's inferior screen quality may stem from a low-resolution display with limited brightness, making it less vibrant for everyday activities, and its lack of extensive color gamut support reduces its effectiveness for engineering and design tasks that require color accuracy. On the other hand, the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 offers a higher resolution and brighter display that provides a more pleasant everyday viewing experience and sufficient color gamut coverage for most engineering and design work. However, both laptops are not ideal for gaming and 3D applications since they don't offer high refresh rates, which are crucial for smooth visuals in fast-paced scenarios.
Battery
7.0 Hours
8.0 Hours
The Maypug 15" Laptop has 7 hours of battery life. The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has 8 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Portability
Good
Excellent
15.6in
SIZE
12.4in
3.6 lbs
WEIGHT
2.4 lbs
0.7in
THICKNESS
0.6in
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has excellent portability, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has good portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Build Quality
5.1
7.8
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has good build quality, while the Maypug 15" Laptop has poor build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$600
$788
$200
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Maypug 15" Laptop has a price of $600 and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 costs $788.
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How the Maypug 15" Laptop and the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Maypug 15" Laptop | Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$600 | $788 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | January 1, 2023 | October 1, 2023 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 14'' x 11.1'' x 0.78'' | 11'' x 8.1'' x 0.62'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.6 lbs | 2.49 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 13.97" | 10.95" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 11.1" | 8.12" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel Celeron N5095 | Intel i5-1235U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 4 | 5 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 0 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 7 Hours | 8 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 29.6 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 15.6" | 12.4" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1366 x 768 | 1536 x 1024 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 200 nits | 337 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 5.1/10 | 7.8/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 7.6/10 | 9.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 7.5/10 | 7.5/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 6/10 | 7/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 4.8/10 | 8.4/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | Yes | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Ports | |||
Thunderbolt Ports | 0 | 0 | |
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Joe Osborne | October 2023
"When it comes to affordably priced laptops, the numbers after the dollar sign are crucially important—more so than in any other price category. By increasing the starting price of its Laptop Go line by $200 and not changing much else, Microsoft irrevocably altered the calculus surrounding the decision of whether to buy the Surface Laptop Go 3. Sure, it has a newer processor and longer battery life, but don’t think for a second you’re not paying dearly for that extra RAM and SSD capacity at that new price."
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About Microsoft
Microsoft is an American technology corporation. Microsoft is best known for their Windows operating system and Surface laptop series. The Surface Laptop is their standard notebook offering, while their Surface Go, Surface Pro, and Surface Studio are their 2-in-1/tablet offerings in order of increasing capability. Although Microsoft charges a premium price tag for their laptops, buyers can expect a well integrated and packaged device since Microsoft develops the Windows operating system.
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