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Updated January 10, 2024·
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 is a more portable option with a touch screen, making it great for general use and carrying around. However, it has less storage and RAM compared to the XPG Xenia 14, which offers more power for engineering tasks due to its higher specs. Both are similarly priced, but the Surface Laptop Go 3 tends to be slightly less expensive. The XPG Xenia 14 also has a longer battery life, which could be crucial for extended use without access to power. Neither is ideal for intensive gaming, but should manage lighter gaming and general applications well. If you need longevity and better multitasking, the Xenia 14 could be a better choice, but for touch functionality and better portability, consider the Surface Laptop Go 3. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
- Very good speakers
Advantages of the XPG Xenia 14
- Very good battery life
- Very good keyboard
Key differences
Screen Quality
6.8
6.9
12.4in
SIZE
14.0in
1536 x 1024
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
337.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 and the XPG Xenia 14 have similar screen quality.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 and XPG Xenia 14 both have screens with resolutions and panel types that provide clear and vibrant visuals for everyday tasks and detailed work required in engineering and design. Their displays cover a range of colors that professionals in engineering and design value for accuracy, but they may not be the widest gamuts available which might be important for high-end color work. However, both laptops have screens with lower refresh rates, which means they're less suited for gaming and 3D applications where smooth motion and quick screen updates are crucial for optimal performance.
Battery
8.0 Hours
10.0 Hours
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has 8 hours of battery life. The XPG Xenia 14 has 10 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.
Build Quality
7.8
7.2
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 and XPG Xenia 14 both have good build quality, though the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has somewhat better build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
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Key similarities
General Use
7.2
7.3
1536 x 1024
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
337.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
321.0 nits
8.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
10.0 Hours
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
9.2/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
9.2/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 are both good for general use.
The XPG Xenia 14 offers more RAM for multitasking, a higher resolution screen for better image clarity, and a longer battery life than the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3, making it more suited to intensive tasks; however, the Surface Laptop Go 3 has a slightly higher portability due to its smaller size and lighter weight, which makes it easier to carry around for everyday tasks. Both laptops have the same CPU and integrated graphics, ensuring similar performance in non-graphics intensive applications; however, the additional RAM and superior screen of the Xenia 14 give it an edge for general use.
Gaming and AI
6.1
6.1
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
1536 x 1024
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
60Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
7.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
7.0/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 are both only fair for gaming and AI.
PerfectRec’s Gaming and AI Score strongly emphasizes graphics processing capability, while also taking into account other factors that impact suitability for gaming and AI work.
Engineering and Design
6.8
6.8
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
3.6/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
The XPG Xenia 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 are both only fair for engineering and design.
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has a fair CPU, lower RAM, and its integrated GPU isn't as strong, coupled with a lower resolution screen which impacts its engineering and design capabilities. In contrast, the XPG Xenia 14 comes with a robust CPU, double the RAM, and a similar GPU but benefits significantly from a higher resolution screen, increasing its suitability for detailed engineering and design work.
Content Creation
7.3
7.4
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
1536 x 1024
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
IPS
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The XPG Xenia 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 are both good for content creation.
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
7.1
7.2
6.4/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.9/10
8.0 GB
RAM
16.0 GB
1536 x 1024
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1200
7.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
8.0/10
The XPG Xenia 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 are both good for software development.
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.
Portability
Excellent
Excellent
12.4in
SIZE
14.0in
2.4 lbs
WEIGHT
2.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.5in
The XPG Xenia 14 and Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 both have excellent portability.
The most portable laptops are small, thin, and light.
Cost
$800
$800
$400
$600
$800
$1,000
$1,200
The Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 has a price of $800 and the XPG Xenia 14 costs $800.
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How the Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 and the XPG Xenia 14 compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
 |  | |
| Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3 | XPG Xenia 14 |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$800 | $800 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | October 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 11'' x 8.1'' x 0.62'' | 12.2'' x 8.5'' x 0.59'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 2.49 lbs | 2.2 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 10.95" | 12.2" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.12" | 8.46" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-1235U | Intel i5-1135G7 | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 16 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 256 GB | 512 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 8 Hours | 10 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 41 Wh | 53 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 12.4" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | IPS | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 1536 x 1024 | 1920 x 1200 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 60Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 337 nits | 321 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 7.2/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 9.3/10 | 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 | 7/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 7/10 | 8/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 8.4/10 | 7/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 720p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | Yes | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | No | Yes | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | No | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | No | Yes | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 1 | 3 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | N/A | 4 | |
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Microsoft Surface Laptop Go 3
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PCMag
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."
XPG Xenia 14
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NotebookCheck
Allen Ngo | July 2021
"The Xenia 14 is a top 14-inch laptop under 1 kg. ADATA isn't exactly known for its laptops and so we weren't expecting much from its first 14-inch Ultrabook. With that said, we're pleasantly surprised by how well the Xenia 14 looks and performs. Not only is it incredibly light, but it has a color accurate 16:10 display, high CPU and GPU performance, easy RAM and SSD serviceability, plenty of port options including Thunderbolt 4, and long battery life. It packs a lot of punch and features considering the size and weight to be better than even the LG Gram series."
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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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