Best 2nd Hand Surface Sub 12 Inch

offal spokesman on 17/09/2025 - 12:14

Hi Folks,
I have a little computer knowledge and am looking for a Second Hand Surface for my partner.

She uses it for video chat and study so a good quality cam and able to manage a few tasks at once is ideal. Currently has a Surface go 1 which has been great but struggles a little if chatting, tabs open and using Word/Excel etc

Does anyone have a suggestion for a good capable Surface that is cheap, capable and also less than 12 inch.

Ive tried googling but there sems to be SO many opinions and models… any advice is appreciated.

Thanks :)

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Comments

  • spackbace on 17/09/2025 - 12:21
    +5

    Sub 12 Inch

    I prefer the meatball

  • Brotality on 17/09/2025 - 13:05
    +1

    Is there any specific reason why it needs to be a Surface device? are you tied up to Windows?
    I would consider a refurbished laptop, maybe a 2 in 1 if you need Windows or an iPad if you need a tablet.

    What is your budget and must run apps? (e.g. office, teams, slack, zoom, etc)

    • offal spokesman on 17/09/2025 - 14:55
      +1

      Thanks.. a little wedded to windows its where we are comfortable and the things we use all work on it. I know there are options, but if one program or app fails, thats us chasing tails for days. Windows/MSoft just works.

      The detachability and small form factor just works with Surface.

      Thanks

  • boomramada on 17/09/2025 - 13:16
    +2

    Best 2nd Hand Surface Sub 12 Inch

    Make sure to get one with window 11 on it, at least 8gb ram.

  • Nillionaire on 18/09/2025 - 09:49
    -1

    I would recommend switching to iPad with an attachable keyboard :)

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