Intel Processors broadwell End of Life
Support dates and upgrade guidance — rebuilt from live data.
Intel Processors broadwell reached end of life on 30 Jun 2021. It no longer receives security fixes.
Support timeline
Official dates from the Intel Processors release process.
| Milestone | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Initial release | 27 Oct 2014 | — |
| End of life | 30 Jun 2021 | 5.1 years ago |
| Latest release | — | final |
Where to go from broadwell
Recommended target: Intel Processors panther-lake.
The newest actively supported branch is Intel Processors panther-lake (latest release ).
Frequently asked questions
Is Intel Processors broadwell still safe to use?
Intel Processors broadwell reached end of life on 30 Jun 2021, 1,866 days ago, and is no longer covered by standard support. Running it means no guaranteed security fixes.
Can I still download Intel Processors broadwell?
Yes — the final release (broadwell) generally remains available from vendor archives and OS package mirrors, but installing it means running software with known, unpatched vulnerabilities.
What should I upgrade Intel Processors broadwell to?
Upgrade to Intel Processors panther-lake, the newest actively supported branch.