Microsoft reveals 2024 driver and firmware support for Windows 11 compatible Surface devices

Microsoft Urges Users to Transition from Windows 10 to Windows 11

Recently, Microsoft has been prominently displaying cautionary messages across its website, signaling the impending end of support for Windows 10. The tech giant is aggressively encouraging users to upgrade to Windows 11, seemingly indifferent to whether their current hardware meets the updated requirements.

Surface Devices: A Shift Towards Windows 11

In alignment with its broader strategy, Microsoft has reiterated the need for users of Surface devices to upgrade from Windows 10. A recent blog post underscores this urgency, stating:

“As we approach the End of Support (EOS) date for Windows 10, now is the time to plan your transition to Windows 11. Combining the advanced features of Windows 11 with the robust capabilities of Microsoft Surface devices provides an unparalleled user experience along with advanced security to help you succeed in this AI era.”

The AI Era and Windows 11 Version 24H2

Microsoft’s reference to 2024 and beyond as the “AI era”suggests a strategic focus on the upcoming Windows 11 version 24H2, potentially hinting at the features and enhancements that await users.

Eligibility for Windows 11 Updates on Surface Devices

In a detailed support document, Microsoft has outlined which Surface devices are eligible for the Windows 11 update scheduled for 2024, as well as those that have reached the end of their servicing period. Devices that are out of servicing will no longer receive new driver and firmware updates, impacting their future functionality.

Surface Device Eligibility Table

Surface Device	Eligible for Windows 2024 Update	Within Servicing Period
Surface Studio 2+	Yes	Yes
Surface Pro 7 or later	Yes	Yes
Surface Pro X (all models)	Yes	Yes
Surface Laptop 4 or later	Yes	Yes
Surface Laptop Go 2 or later	Yes	Yes
Surface Laptop Studio (all models)	Yes	Yes
Surface Laptop SE	Yes	Yes
Surface Go 2 or later	Yes	Yes
Surface Book 3	Yes	Yes
Surface Pro 6	Yes	No
Surface Laptop 2 or 3	Yes	No
Surface Laptop Go	Yes	No
Surface Book 2 (with 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8350U or i7-8650U processor only)	Yes	No
Surface Studio 2	Yes	No