Lenovo ThinkStation P3 (30HS) vs Alienware Aurora (5JY2W)
Comparison summary
- For displaying graphics Alienware Aurora has a lot better performing graphics card.
- Aurora is cheaper.
- For carrying Lenovo ThinkStation P3 is lighter. It's also slimmer and smaller in size.
Lenovo ThinkStation P3 (30HS)
Alienware Aurora (5JY2W)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkStation P3 (30HS) | Alienware Aurora (5JY2W) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| Intel Core Ultra 9 285 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 64gb | - |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| RTX 2000 Ada Generation | GeForce RTX 5080 |
| Weight | |
| 30 lbs (13.61 kg) | 33.89 lbs (15.37 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 16.3 x 14.6 x 7.1 inches | 18.05 x 16.46 x 7.76 inches |
| (41.4 x 37.08 x 18.03 cm) | (45.85 x 41.81 x 19.71 cm) |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 11 Pro | - |
| Hard drives | |
| 2000gb SSD | |
| Release date | |
| January 23, 2026 | June 5, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $3,999.00 | $3,006.88 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $3,999.00 | $3,006.88 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Lenovo ThinkStation P3 (30HS) summary
Lenovo ThinkStation P3 is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It has a good Intel CPU, however lots of memory for its price. The computer has the RTX 2000 Ada Generation GPU which is underwhelming for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 60% of the games published this year.
Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tower Workstation Intel Ultra 9 285 vPro 64GB DDR5 2TB SSD RTX 2000 Ada 16GB Windows 11 Pro
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 285 vPro Processor (E-cores up to 4.60 GHz P-cores up to 5.40 GHz)
Memory: 64 GB DDR5 Storage: 2 TB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe Gen4 Performance
Graphic Card: NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada Generation 16GB GDDR6 Warranty: 1 Years
Dimensions (H x W x D): 415mm x 180mm x 370mm / 16.3″ x 7.1″ x 14.6″ Weight: Starting at 13.61kg / 30.0lbs
ASIN: B0FMBFN625
Alienware Aurora (5JY2W) summary
Alienware Aurora is a great value gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5080 graphics card which is great for gaming. The computer has an acceptable Intel CPU for its price.
Alienware Aurora Gaming Desktop, RTX 5080, Intel Core Ultra 9 285
Legend perfected: Modern design with a matte "basalt black" finish in an optimized chassis with customizable AlienFX lighting zones, including the striking stadium lighting.
Game changing graphics: Step into the future of gaming and creation with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 graphics, powered by NVIDIA Blackwell architecture.
Marathon gaming unlocked: This high-performance technology ensures clean energy is consistently available, unleashing the top-level power of Intel Core Ultra 9 processor as you game, livestream, and multi-task for hours on end.
240mm heat exchanger: The 240mm heat exchanger, available on the optional CPU liquid cooling, heightens thermal resistance, ensuring temperatures stay consistently low during longer gaming sessions.
Total command: Alienware Command Center software allows you to create and edit AlienFX lighting across the ecosystem, choose and monitor your performance mode across distinct power states, and create custom gaming profiles for your whole library.
Dell Services: 1 Year Onsite Service provides support when and where you need it. Dell will come to your home, office, or location of choice, if an issue covered by Limited Hardware Warranty cannot be resolved remotely.
ASIN: B0F9MPVT38