Microsoft Surface pro-6 End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Microsoft Surface pro-6 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2023. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Microsoft Surface release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 16 Oct 2018 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2023 | 3.1 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from pro-6
Recommended target: Microsoft Surface laptop-5g-for-business (supported until 26 Aug 2031).
The newest actively supported branch is Microsoft Surface laptop-5g-for-business (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Microsoft Surface pro-6 still safe to use?
Microsoft Surface pro-6 reached end of life on 30 Jun 2023, 1,136 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Microsoft Surface pro-6?
Yes — the final release (pro-6) 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-6 to?
Upgrade to Microsoft Surface laptop-5g-for-business, the newest actively supported branch (supported until 26 Aug 2031).