The Windows 10 Enterprise E3 in CSP program is an upgrade offering that provides small- and medium-sized organizations easier, more flexible access to the benefits of Windows 10 Enterprise edition, whereas Microsoft Volume Licensing programs and Software Assurance are broader in scope and provide benefits beyond access to Windows 10 Enterprise edition.
Other reasons that a customer might want to purchase through software assurance is when the customer needs:
1. Virtual Desktop Infrastructure right
2. Downgrade right
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Windows 10 E3 in CSP |
Windows 10 Enterprise with Software Assurance |
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Pricing |
US$7 / AU$8.90 |
US$219 (2 years) to $317 (3 years) |
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License type |
Per User |
Per device or per user (depending on program) |
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Devices per seat |
5 |
1–5 (depending on program) |
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Commitment 1 year Up to 3 years |
1 year (no penalty for early termination) |
Up to 3 years |
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Billing cycles |
Monthly |
Annual |
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Seat minimum |
1 |
5–250 (depending on program) |
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Qualifying operating system |
Windows 10 Pro Anniversary Update Edition |
Windows Pro Edition (versions: XP, Vista, 7, 8) |
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Partner managed seat assignment |
Yes |
No |
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License activation Digital license |
Digital license based on Azure AD identity |
MAK or KMS keys |
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Downgrade rights |
No |
Yes |
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Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack |
No |
Yes |
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Microsoft support and training benefits |
No |
Yes |
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Virtual Desktop Infrastructure rights |
No |
Yes |