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Lenovo ThinkStation P360 Ultra launching soon for users who thought the ThinkStation P360 Tiny may have been too slow

Lenovo ThinkStation P360 Ultra launching soon for users who thought the ThinkStation P360 Tiny may have been too slow (Source: Lenovo)
Lenovo ThinkStation P360 Ultra launching soon for users who thought the ThinkStation P360 Tiny may have been too slow (Source: Lenovo)
The model promises more than 50 percent faster performance than previous generation SFF desktop workstations. Its new chassis is fully ISV certified and also one of the first in its desktop workstation category to carry both ethernet and Thunderbolt 4.

Following the recent launch of the ThinkStation P360 Tiny is its bigger brother the ThinkStation P360 Ultra. The Ultra model sports a brand new 4L form factor with Intel 12th gen Core i3 to i9 125 W CPU options, Nvidia RTX A2000 to A5000 GPU options, up to 128 GB of DDR5 RAM, and up to a total of 8 GB of storage across two 4 GB PCIe4 x4 SSDs.

The ThinkStation P360 Tiny comes with slower T-series 12th gen CPUs and slower Nvidia T-series GPUs when compared to the much faster P360 Ultra. It's also smaller, of course, and so users can choose either the P360 Tiny or P360 Ultra depending on their workload scenarios.

It's worth noting that the P360 Ultra utilizes the laptop-class Nvidia RTX A5000 GPU instead of the desktop version and so raw performance will be noticeably slower than a "proper" desktop workstation. Considering the 4L form factor, however, the P360 Ultra can still provide a lot of performance for its size. Lenovo says it had to work closely with Nvidia in order to develop a "unique solution" for adequately cooling the RTX A5000 in such a small chassis design.

Dual RJ-45 and Thunderbolt 4 ports are integrated for a high level of versatility.

The ThinkStation P360 Ultra will be available by the end of June starting at $1299 USD.

ThinkStation P360 Ultra specifications (Source: Lenovo)
ThinkStation P360 Ultra specifications (Source: Lenovo)

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Lenovo

June 21, 2022 –Today, Lenovo is introducing the ThinkStation P360 Ultra, which rounds out its portfolio of desktop

workstations, to deliver unmatched performance in a never-before-seen form factor. Half the size of a traditional small

form factor desktop workstation, the machine sits in a class of its own. Its chassis is less than 4L in total volume yet still

boasts 12th Gen Intel Core processors and support for up to NVIDIA RTX A5000 mobile professional graphics so users

can experience tower-like performance. Within this new form factor, the ThinkStation P360 Ultra outperforms previous

generation small form factor desktop workstations by more than 50%.

Desktop workstations are known for their extreme levels of power and performance – built to run the most sophisticated

CAD and BIM applications, deliver compute-intensive virtual and mixed reality experiences with ease, seamlessly render

medical images or rich digital entertainment content, and accelerate time to insights through analysis of vast, massive

datasets in real-time. However, a new era of hybrid work is here to stay and workstation professionals now need

innovative and versatile technologies that can accommodate their ever-changing, and oftentimes smaller, workspaces

without any compromise.

While organizations can still deploy the industry’s smallest desktop workstation - Lenovo’s ThinkStation P360 Tiny - to

help with their extreme space-saving needs, users now have a powerful and versatile machine that offers a boost of

performance in a first-of-its-kind size. This is ideal for individual professional users who need to maximize desk space or

want to leverage the machine for remote collaboration or edge use cases out in the field. Additionally, the ThinkStation

P360 Ultra is the optimal choice for OEMs in search of a fully integrated, five-year life cycle solution as it delivers a new

combination of necessary performance in a uniquely designed chassis that significantly eliminates the bulk of a traditional

small form factor.

“We are revolutionizing the market with a new desktop workstation that is purpose built to deliver impressive performance

in a space-saving form factor that our customers need,” said Rob Herman, Vice President, Workstation and Client AI

Business Unit, Lenovo. “The ThinkStation P360 Ultra is one of the most versatile workstations available given its ability to

effortlessly tackle today’s most demanding workflows across industries, whether it’s being used by individual professionals

or as an embedded technology within an OEM solution.”

Breaking away from the traditional small form factor, the ThinkStation P360

Ultra was designed from the beginning to support high-end professional

components - from a size and performance perspective - packing increased

capabilities per cubic inch. To do so, Lenovo worked closely with NVIDIA to

develop a unique solution to both house the GPU and provide the cooling

required to support the RTX A5000 mobile graphics card. Additionally, working

with Intel, with a dual-sided motherboard and increased airflow, Lenovo

incorporates 12th Gen Intel Core processors, with up to 16 cores at up to 125

watts – a first for Lenovo.

Beyond delivering unparallel power and performance in a smaller package – replacing Lenovo’s previous generation small

form factor offering, the P360 Ultra offers the flexibility and versatility to meet each organization’s specific workflow needs.

An industry-first design positions the motherboard in the middle of the chassis allowing for superior cooling and maximum

space efficiency when configuring the workstation. The new system offers up to 128GB of DDR5 memory, two PCIe Gen

4 slots for expandability, up to 8TB of M.2 storage, and support for up to eight displays. The ThinkStation P360 Ultra is

also the industry’s only desktop workstation to come equipped with dual onboard ethernet and ThunderboltTM 4 ports for

maximum flexibility and I/O expansion. Providing a benefit wherever workstations are embedded as part of a larger

complex system, such as MRI machines and interactive kiosks.

The ThinkStation P360 Ultra is fully ISV certified and tested at the highest level to pass MIL-

SPEC standards so users can do more in less time with a trusted and reliable device. The

newest addition to Lenovo’s desktop workstation portfolio also follows its commitment to

environmental sustainability, utilizing 90% post-consumer recycled cardboard and foam

cushions in the packaging, as well as 26.5% post-consumer recycled plastic material (PCC)

in the system itself. Lenovo has also enabled important sustainability services for this

product, including asset recovery for end-of-life recycling and CO2 offsetting, allowing user to

compensate for the average carbon emissions associated with the system by contributing

carbon offset credits to a UN Climate Action partner.

Due to its smaller size, the P360 Ultra is 15% lighter in weight than previous small form factor workstation offerings. This

means that 33% more machines can fit on a pallet or in a shipping container, resulting in fewer shipments and carbon

emissions savings in terms of transportation. In addition, the ThinkStation P360 Ultra has been recognized with important

certifications from ENERGY STAR® and TCO Certified and is also EPEAT® Gold registered in the United States.

The brand-new workstation will be available later this month starting at $1,299. To learn more please visit

www.lenovo.com/workstations.

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Allen Ngo, 2022-06-21 (Update: 2022-06-20)