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Lenovo ThinkStation P520 Xeon W-2135 3.7GHz 32GB DDR4 512GB NVMe Quadro P4000

SKU CH-40WT-X64PQ

A mid-tower workstation with a 6-core Xeon at 3.70 GHz, 32 GB DDR4 ECC memory, 512 GB NVMe storage and an NVIDIA Quadro P4000 for professional visual tasks

  • ProcessorIntel Xeon
  • Installed RAM32 GB
  • Installed SSD512 GB
  • Processor core count6-Core Processor
  • Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
  • Type of memoryDDR4
  • 6-core Xeon W-2135 at 3.70 GHz handles demanding professional workloads
  • 32 GB DDR4 ECC memory keeps large projects running smoothly
  • 512 GB NVMe storage delivers quick access to applications and files
  • Quadro P4000 GPU accelerates CAD, rendering and multi-display setups
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for immediate out-of-box productivity

Built for CAD and rendering professionals

This Lenovo ThinkStation P520 is configured for engineers, designers and content creators who need a certified workstation platform. The Intel Xeon W-2135 six-core processor runs at 3.7 GHz and pairs with 32 GB of DDR4 ECC registered memory for stable multitasking across large assemblies and datasets. A 512 GB NVMe drive and NVIDIA Quadro P4000 graphics card complete a balanced system for professional visual workloads.

Single-socket platform with eight DDR4 slots

The motherboard supports one processor only, so all 32 GB occupy four of the eight available DDR4 slots and further memory upgrades must use ECC registered modules. The installed 512 GB NVMe M.2 drive delivers fast application and project-file access, yet its capacity suits everyday professional work rather than massive local media libraries. Quadro P4000 output handles multi-display setups for CAD and rendering pipelines.

Mid-tower chassis allows straightforward component

The P520 mid-tower layout gives clear access to the eight memory slots, the single M.2 socket and the graphics card for upgrades or service. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed for an out-of-box setup experience. Buyers who need a second processor, additional M.2 drives beyond the single slot, or consumer-grade non-ECC memory will find this platform does not meet those requirements.

How it compares

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Price $483.99
Cheaper than about 89% of the 1,534 comparable items (median $2,906.49).
Installed RAM 32 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 1,387 comparable items (median 128 GB).
Processor core count 6-Core Processor
Lower than about 93% of the 1,207 comparable items (median 24).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineThinkStation P520
Product typeMid-tower
Processor
ProcessorIntel Xeon
Processor core count6-Core Processor
Processor speed3.7 GHz
Installed CPUs1
Max supported CPUs1
Memory
Installed RAM32 GB
Type of memoryDDR4
Memory slot count8
Storage
Installed SSD512 GB
Graphics
Graphics chipNVIDIA Quadro P4000
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 6-core Xeon W-2135 at 3.7 GHz or look for a higher-core model?

The installed Xeon W-2135 is a single 6-core processor running at 3.7 GHz; the motherboard supports a maximum of one processor, so no higher-core CPU can be added to this unit.

How does the 3.7 GHz clock speed translate to real-world CAD and rendering performance?

The 3.7 GHz base frequency on six Xeon cores delivers responsive single-thread speed for interactive CAD work and enough parallel throughput for moderate rendering jobs without thermal throttling.

Does the PCIe NVMe interface on the 512 GB drive cap transfer speeds in this workstation?

The 512 GB NVMe SSD uses the platform's PCIe lanes directly, so its practical throughput is limited by the drive's own controller rather than the workstation interface.

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