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ThinkPad P Series Gets an AI and GPU Boost
Lenovo refreshed its ThinkPad P mobile workstation lineup at IFA 2025, rolling out new models that prioritize AI acceleration, advanced graphics, and lighter, more sustainable designs. Targeted at engineers, data scientists, designers, and creative professionals, the updated ThinkPad P series integrates Intel Ultra Series 2 processors and NVIDIA Blackwell-based RTX PRO GPUs to deliver workstation-class performance on the go.
Flagship Performance: ThinkPad P16 Gen 3
The ThinkPad P16 Gen 3 is the most powerful entry in the range. It ships with Intel Core Ultra 200HX CPUs—up to 24 cores—and an on-die NPU for dedicated AI workloads. GPU options climb to the NVIDIA RTX PRO 5000 Blackwell with 24GB of GDDR7 VRAM, making this unit well-suited for GPU-accelerated rendering, simulation, and AI model inference. Memory can be configured up to 128GB DDR5 ECC (5600MT/s) or 192GB non-ECC, and storage supports up to 12TB of M.2 PCIe Gen5 NVMe via three 4TB drives. Display choices range from FHD+ and UHD+ to 3.2K and OLED. The 16-inch workstation includes a replaceable 99.9Whr battery, weighs 2.54kg, and uses recycled aluminum, magnesium and plastics. The design meets EPEAT Gold and ENERGY STAR certifications.
Mobile Power: ThinkPad P1 Gen 8
For professionals who need portability without sacrificing compute, the ThinkPad P1 Gen 8 pairs Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with up to 16 cores and integrated NPUs for AI inference. It supports NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell GPUs, up to 64GB LPDDR5x (7467MT/s), and up to 8TB PCIe Gen5 SSD storage (two 4TB drives). The 16-inch options mirror the P16’s panel lineup, while the chassis tips the scales at 1.84kg and includes a 90Whr replaceable battery. Materials use a high proportion of recycled magnesium and aluminum for a lighter footprint.
Value and Versatility: P16v Gen 3, P16s i Gen 4 and P14s i Gen 6
The P16v Gen 3 balances cost and capability with Intel Core Ultra 200H processors up to 16 cores, NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell graphics, and memory up to 96GB DDR5 (varying speeds). Its 16-inch panels have slimmer bezels and a high screen-to-body ratio, with battery options of 50Wh or 86Wh and a 2.1kg weight. The P16s i Gen 4 and P14s i Gen 6 are Lenovo’s thinnest workstations, both using Intel Core Ultra 200H silicon and offering up to 96GB DDR5 memory with NVIDIA RTX PRO 1000 Blackwell or integrated Intel graphics. These lighter systems deliver WQUXGA, 3K, WQXGA and FHD+ display choices with Dolby Vision and TÜV certifications, and use up to 90% recycled materials.
Shared Features and Connectivity
Across the lineup, systems ship with Windows 11 Pro and support common Linux distributions such as Ubuntu, Red Hat and Fedora. Security includes Intel vPro compatibility, Lenovo ThinkShield protections, dTPM 2.0, fingerprint readers, webcam privacy shutters, human presence detection and Kensington lock slots. Connectivity is modern: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC, Thunderbolt, HDMI, RJ-45, SD Express and smart card readers. Audio is tuned with Dolby Atmos or Dolby Audio and dual microphones for conferencing and content review.
Comparisons, Advantages and Use Cases
Comparison at a glance
The P16 Gen 3 targets maximum compute and GPU capacity for heavy CAD, 3D rendering, large-scale simulations and local AI training. The P1 Gen 8 trades a small portion of peak performance for a lighter chassis and long battery life, ideal for architects and on-site engineers. The P16v and P16s/P14s variants serve users who need certified workstation performance in more affordable, portable, or compact packages.
Advantages
Key advantages include AI-ready Intel Ultra Series 2 CPUs with integrated NPUs, NVIDIA Blackwell RTX PRO GPUs for professional graphics and CUDA workloads, high-speed DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen5 NVMe storage, modern I/O and enterprise security. Sustainability features—recycled materials and FSC-certified packaging—add market appeal.
Typical use cases
This refresh is optimized for professionals running CAD/CAE, 3D content creation, video post-production, data science workflows, machine learning inference and mobile development for AI applications. Organizations needing certified ISV performance, secure remote workstations, and scalable GPU power will find options across the line.
Availability and Pricing
Lenovo will begin selling the P16v Gen 3, P16s i Gen 4 and P14s i Gen 6 in September, priced from €1,939, €1,599 and €1,569 respectively. The P16 Gen 3 and P1 Gen 8 follow in October, starting at €2,899 and €2,959. Alongside these professional workstations, Lenovo also unveiled updates to its gaming lineup, including new Legion Pro OLED monitors, the Legion Pro 7 laptop and the Legion Go 2 handheld.
Keywords integrated: ThinkPad P, Intel Ultra Series 2, NVIDIA Blackwell, RTX PRO, mobile workstation, AI acceleration, Wi-Fi 7, PCIe Gen5, DDR5, professional graphics.
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