Microsoft Surface pro-3 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Surface pro-3 reached end of life on 13 Nov 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Surface release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 20 Jun 2014 | 12y 4mo ago |
| End of Servicing Date ended | 13 Nov 2021 | 4y 11mo ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from pro-3
Recommended target: Microsoft Surface pro-12th-edition-snapdragon (supported until 16 Jun 2032).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft Surface pro-12th-edition-snapdragon (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Surface pro-3 still safe to use?
Microsoft Surface pro-3 reached end of life on 13 Nov 2021, 1,787 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Surface pro-3?
Yes — the final release (pro-3) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Microsoft Surface pro-3 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft Surface pro-12th-edition-snapdragon, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 16 Jun 2032).