Lenovo ThinkStation P2 Tower Gen 2 — AI-Ready Workstation
AI-Ready WorkstationCore Ultra 5 225 (10-core)32GB DDR5-5600 · 512GB NVMeWindows 11 Pro
The Lenovo ThinkStation P2 Tower Gen 2, part number 30JQ009CGE, is an AI-ready entry tower workstation built around a 10-core Intel Core Ultra 5 225 processor with 32GB of DDR5 memory, a 512GB NVMe SSD and Windows 11 Pro — a dependable, expandable base machine for professionals who want certified workstation reliability and generous memory in an affordable configuration.
The Core Ultra 5 225 is a Series 2 (Arrow Lake) processor — 10 cores (6 Performance + 4 Efficiency) reaching up to 4.9 GHz with 20MB of Smart Cache and a built-in NPU for on-device AI. It is paired with 32GB of DDR5-5600 in a single UDIMM (one of four slots used, expandable to 128GB) and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe Opal SSD. Graphics are handled by integrated Intel graphics, and the tower chassis leaves a free PCIe slot so you can add a dedicated NVIDIA RTX GPU later.
As part of Lenovo’s AI-ready line, the P2 Tower Gen 2 supports up to 128GB DDR5, PCIe Gen 5 storage and an 80 PLUS Platinum power supply, with Intel vPro for fleet management. Compared with the 16GB Ultra 5 225 build, this configuration doubles the memory to 32GB for smoother multi-tasking. Typically in stock with fast delivery across Cyprus.
Graphics — good to know
This configuration uses integrated Intel graphics, not a dedicated GPU. It is ideal for general professional, office and development workloads. For GPU-accelerated 3D, rendering or AI, choose a P2 Tower build with an NVIDIA RTX card — or add a compatible GPU later, since the tower chassis and 80 PLUS Platinum power supply leave room to expand.
Best For
✓General professional, office and development workloads
✓Smooth multi-tasking with 32GB of DDR5 memory
✓A reliable base workstation you can upgrade over time
✓Adding a dedicated NVIDIA RTX GPU later as needs grow
✓Secure business deployments using Intel vPro management
✓Teams wanting ThinkStation reliability at an entry price
Key Features
Intel Core Ultra 5 225
A 10-core Series 2 (Arrow Lake) processor — 6 Performance cores up to 4.9 GHz plus 4 Efficiency cores, 20MB cache and an integrated NPU for on-device AI.
32GB DDR5-5600, expandable to 128GB
A single 32GB UDIMM leaves three of four slots free, with dual-channel support, so you can expand memory up to 128GB DDR5.
Fast, secure storage
A 512GB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe Opal self-encrypting SSD, with PCIe Gen 5 storage support for future upgrades.
Expandable AI-ready tower
A free PCIe slot for a future GPU, an 80 PLUS Platinum power supply, discrete TPM 2.0 and Intel vPro for enterprise manageability.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
30JQ009CGE |
| EAN / GTIN |
0199274265595 |
| MPN |
30JQ009CGE |
| Brand |
Lenovo |
| Series |
ThinkStation P2 Tower Gen 2 |
| Processor |
| CPU |
Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (Series 2) |
| Cores / Threads |
10 cores (6 Performance + 4 Efficiency) / 10 threads |
| Max Frequency |
Up to 4.9 GHz |
| Cache |
20 MB Intel Smart Cache |
| Graphics & Memory |
| Graphics |
Integrated Intel Graphics |
| Memory |
32 GB DDR5-5600 Non-ECC (1× 32GB, four UDIMM slots) |
| Max Memory |
Up to 128 GB DDR5 (dual-channel) |
| Storage & General |
| Storage |
512 GB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (Opal); supports PCIe Gen 5 |
| Operating System |
Windows 11 Pro (German) |
| Security |
Intel vPro, discrete TPM 2.0 |
| Power Supply |
80 PLUS Platinum |
| Warranty |
3-year Onsite |
| Colour |
Black (Raven Black) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the ThinkStation P2 Tower Gen 2 (30JQ009CGE) include a dedicated graphics card?
No. This configuration uses integrated Intel graphics, ideal for general professional, office and development work. The tower has a free PCIe slot and an 80 PLUS Platinum power supply, so you can add a dedicated NVIDIA RTX GPU later.
Can I expand the memory and storage?
Yes. It ships with a single 32GB DDR5-5600 UDIMM (one of four slots), expandable up to 128GB, and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. The tower chassis supports additional drives and PCIe Gen 5 storage.
Is this workstation suitable for AI tasks?
It is part of Lenovo’s AI-ready line and includes the Core Ultra 5 225’s integrated NPU for light on-device AI. For heavier AI acceleration, add a dedicated NVIDIA RTX GPU or choose a P2 Tower build that already includes one.
How does this compare with the 16GB Ultra 5 225 build?
Both use the 10-core Ultra 5 225 with integrated graphics. This build ships with 32GB of DDR5 (a single 32GB DIMM) for smoother multi-tasking, versus 16GB on the entry build, while still leaving three memory slots free for expansion.
Singular Expert Insight
This is a sensible entry ThinkStation when you want build quality, security and expandability without paying for a discrete GPU. The 10-core Ultra 5 225 with 32GB of DDR5 handles office, development and general professional tasks comfortably and with extra headroom for multi-tasking, while the free PCIe slot and Platinum PSU let you add an NVIDIA RTX card and more memory later. If you already need GPU acceleration, step up to an RTX A400 build for certified graphics or an RTX 5070 build for raw power; if you need a smaller machine, the 1L ThinkStation P3 Tiny is worth a look.
Buyer’s Guide
Buy it if
You want an affordable, expandable ThinkStation tower with 32GB DDR5 for general professional and office work, vPro security, and room to add a GPU and memory later.
Skip it if
You need GPU acceleration for 3D, rendering or AI out of the box — choose a P2 Tower with an NVIDIA RTX card — or you need a faster, higher-core CPU.
Also consider
The Ultra 7 265 build for more cores, an RTX A400 / RTX 5070 build for graphics power, or a ThinkStation P3 Tiny if a compact 1L footprint matters more.