Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Gen2 Tower Workstation

(Intel Core Ultra 9 285K, RTX 2000 Ada 16GB, 64GB DDR5, 1TB PCIe 5.0 SSD + 2TB HDD, Win11 Pro, 3-Year Premier Support)

If you are searching for a high-spec, business-grade tower workstation built for demanding professional workloads, this ThinkStation P3 Gen2 Tower configuration delivers a rare combination of modern CPU architecture, professional discrete graphics, fast next-generation storage, enterprise connectivity, and premium onsite support. As someone who has spent 10 years specifying workstations for performance, stability, and long-term value, I focus on what matters in real deployments: CPU throughput, GPU capability, memory headroom, storage balance, expandability, security, manageability, and warranty coverage. This system is built around the Intel® Core Ultra 9 285K and Intel® W880 chipset, pairing substantial multi-core performance with platform features such as Intel® vPro® Enterprise with Intel AMT 16 for professional fleet management and support readiness.

This is an AI-ready workstation class build, combining a high-core-count processor (24 cores total with 8 performance cores and 16 efficient cores, 24 threads) and a professional NVIDIA GPU: NVIDIA® RTX 2000 Ada Generation 16GB. The result is a workstation that is designed to stay responsive under sustained workloads, handle GPU-accelerated tasks, and keep projects moving with fewer bottlenecks across compute, graphics, and storage. To support heavy multitasking and workstation-grade usage, it ships with 64GB DDR5-5600 (2x32GB UDIMM) and four total DDR5 UDIMM slots, offering a clear memory growth path up to 256GB (4x64GB DDR5 CUDIMM). For storage, it combines a fast primary 1TB M.2 2280 PCIe® 5.0x4 Performance NVMe® Opal SSD for OS, applications, and active projects, plus a spacious 2TB 7200rpm 3.5" SATA HDD for larger datasets and longer-term storage. This dual-drive approach is practical and cost-efficient for professionals who want both speed and capacity in one tower.

For customers who want a workstation they can find quickly and buy with confidence, this configuration is listed with clear professional specifications and long-term service coverage. It includes Windows® 11 Pro, Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 via Intel BE200, a robust port selection including front USB-C 20Gbps, and a high-efficiency 1100W Platinum fixed power supply designed for stability and headroom. You also get 3-Year Premier Support (upgraded from 3-year onsite), which is a meaningful difference for businesses that prioritize uptime and fast resolution. For availability and purchase, make sure to check 7stores.au.

Overview

This ThinkStation P3 Gen2 Tower is engineered as a professional desktop foundation where every component contributes to consistent performance and operational reliability. The Intel® Core Ultra 9 285K brings a modern hybrid design with 24 total cores and a maximum turbo up to 5.7GHz, enabling strong throughput for compute-heavy workloads and excellent responsiveness across multi-application workflows. The platform’s Intel® W880 chipset and Intel® vPro® Enterprise support align with professional IT expectations, helping organizations deploy, monitor, and manage systems more efficiently through standardized enterprise capabilities.

Graphics is a defining factor in workstation value, and the included NVIDIA® RTX 2000 Ada Generation 16GB provides dedicated GPU performance and VRAM capacity appropriate for professional GPU-accelerated workloads that benefit from a discrete, workstation-class graphics card. Paired with 64GB DDR5-5600 memory, this workstation is designed for users who frequently run multiple demanding applications, work with large project files, or need a system that stays smooth under sustained load.

Storage is configured with a practical professional split: the 1TB PCIe 5.0 NVMe® Opal SSD is intended for fast boot, quick application launches, and high-speed access to active project data, while the additional 2TB 7200rpm SATA HDD adds capacity for large assets, archives, and internal datasets. This structure helps keep frequently accessed work on the faster NVMe drive while still maintaining local storage headroom without immediately requiring external devices.

Built for high-performance professional computing

At the heart of this system is the Intel® Core Ultra 9 285K (24C / 24T) with up to 5.7GHz max turbo and 36MB Intel Smart Cache, delivering a strong platform for modern professional workloads. In practical terms, the CPU’s core count and boost behavior support both sustained throughput and responsive interactive use. This is especially valuable in environments where users switch between demanding applications, run background tasks while working, and need performance that doesn’t degrade under multitasking pressure.

Professional discrete GPU with ample VRAM for modern workflows

The included NVIDIA® RTX 2000 Ada Generation 16GB provides workstation-grade discrete graphics capability with 16GB of dedicated VRAM. This matters because VRAM capacity and discrete GPU resources can directly affect how smoothly GPU-accelerated applications operate and how comfortably large workloads can be handled without hitting memory limits. When paired with the system’s CPU and DDR5 memory, the GPU helps create a balanced workstation platform rather than a CPU-only build that can become graphics constrained.

Fast primary storage plus high-capacity secondary drive (best of both)

This configuration combines a 1TB M.2 PCIe® 5.0x4 Performance NVMe® Opal SSD with a 2TB 7200rpm SATA HDD. The NVMe SSD is well-suited for OS and application responsiveness as well as fast access to active working files, while the HDD adds local capacity for larger storage needs. For many professionals, this is a more effective day-to-day setup than relying on a single drive, because it separates “speed-critical” data from “capacity-heavy” data and keeps overall system performance more consistent over time.

Enterprise-ready connectivity and modern wireless

Connectivity is well covered with Intel® Wi-Fi® 7 BE200 (802.11be 2x2) plus Bluetooth 5.4 with vPro®, and a wired Intel® I219-LM Gigabit Ethernet port for stable, managed network environments. This combination allows the workstation to integrate into modern office and enterprise networks while maintaining flexibility for different deployment scenarios.

Strong port selection for professional peripherals

With front access to USB-C 20Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2x2) plus multiple USB-A ports (5Gbps and 10Gbps), the system is designed to reduce friction when connecting external storage, peripherals, and accessories. Rear connectivity includes additional USB ports as well as display outputs: HDMI 2.1 TMDS and 2x DisplayPort 1.4, supporting professional display setups through the system’s available outputs (including discrete graphics capability).

Business security and manageability built in

Security and manageability are essential for professional deployments. This workstation includes a Discrete TPM 2.0 that is TCG certified and FIPS 140-2 certified, supporting modern security requirements. It also includes physical security support such as a Kensington® Security Slot™. On the management side, Intel® vPro® Enterprise with Intel AMT 16 helps businesses standardize and maintain systems more efficiently.

Premium warranty coverage for uptime-focused teams

This configuration includes 3-Year Premier Support (upgraded from 3-year onsite). For professionals and businesses, support level is part of the product specification because it impacts downtime risk and long-term operating confidence. If you are buying a workstation as a tool for revenue-generating work, this type of coverage is a practical value add rather than an afterthought.

Specifications

Processor: Intel® Core Ultra 9 285K, 24C (8P + 16E) / 24T, Max Turbo up to 5.7GHz, 36MB Intel Smart Cache
AI PC Category: AI-Ready Workstations
Processor Socket: 1x FCLGA1851
Chipset: Intel® W880 Chipset
Integrated Graphics: Integrated Intel® Graphics
Discrete Graphics: 1x NVIDIA® RTX 2000 Ada Generation 16GB
Memory: 64GB (2x 32GB) UDIMM DDR5-5600 Non-ECC
Memory Slots: Four DDR5 UDIMM slots, dual-channel capable
Max Memory: Up to 256GB (4x 64GB DDR5 CUDIMM)

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