The 10.5-inch Surface Go 3 is Microsoft's most compact Surface 2-in-1, and it sticks with the budget-friendly port mix: one USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode, charging), the magnetic Surface Connect port, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and a microSDXC card reader hiding under the kickstand. There is no Thunderbolt and no USB-A. A Surface Type Cover connector at the bottom edge accepts the Surface Go-specific typecover — not a user-cable port.
Surface Go 3 (10.5″, 2021): 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 with DP Alt, Surface Connect, 3.5mm headphone jack, microSDXC under kickstand.
Device Information
- Manufacturer
- Microsoft
- Release Year
- 2021
- Model Number
- 8VA-00001 (Wi-Fi) / 8VH-00001 (LTE)
- Category
- Tablet
Available Ports
| Connector | Quantity | Label | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) | 1 | USB-C (right side) | 5Gbps, DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode, charging in |
| Microsoft Surface Connect | 1 | Surface Connect (right side) | Magnetic 40-pin charging + Surface Dock data |
| 3.5mm TRRS (Headset with Mic) | 1 | 3.5mm headphone jack (right side) | Combo headset jack — headphones + mic |
| MicroSD Card Slot | 1 | MicroSDXC (under kickstand) | Storage expansion — accessed by lifting the kickstand |
| Kensington Security Slot | 1 | Kensington lock slot | Built-in physical security slot |
Notes & Compatibility
Intel Pentium Gold 6500Y or Core i3-10100Y. Single USB-C is USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps) with DisplayPort 1.2 Alt Mode and charging — supports one 4K@60Hz or two 4K@30Hz. Surface Connect on right edge. 3.5mm combo headset jack on right. MicroSDXC card reader hidden behind the kickstand. LTE variant uses a nano-SIM tray (not modelled). Built-in Kensington security slot. Surface Type Cover connector at bottom — not modelled as user-cable port.
Common questions
How many ports does the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) have?
The Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) has 5 ports in total: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1), 1 × Microsoft Surface Connect, 1 × 3.5mm TRRS (Headset with Mic), 1 × MicroSD Card Slot and 1 × Kensington Security Slot.
What kinds of ports does the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) have?
By connector family, the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) has 1 USB, 1 Proprietary, 1 Audio, 1 Storage and 1 Other.
How many USB ports does the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) have?
The Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) has 1 USB port: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1).
What video connections does the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) have?
The Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) has 2 ports that can carry video: 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) and 1 × Microsoft Surface Connect. Its USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) port supports DisplayPort Alt Mode, so video travels over the USB-C connector itself with a suitable cable or adapter.
How is the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) powered?
The Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) takes power over 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) and 1 × Microsoft Surface Connect. USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) carries up to 27 W. Microsoft Surface Connect carries up to 27 W.
Does the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) have HDMI?
No. The Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) has no HDMI port. It does carry video over 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) and 1 × Microsoft Surface Connect.
Does the Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) have a USB-A port?
No. The Microsoft Surface Go 3 (2021) has no full-size USB Type-A port. It has 1 × USB Type-C (USB 3.2 Gen 1) instead, so full-size USB accessories need an adapter or a hub.
