W-11955M | ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (17, Intel)
- Model: ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (17, Intel, Type 20YU, 20YV)
- Processor: Intel Xeon W-11955M
- Graphics: NVIDIA T1200, RTX A2000, A3000, A4000, A5000
- Memory: Up to 128GB DDR4, 3200 MHz, ECC/non-ECC
- Storage: Up to 6TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD (3x slots)
- Display: 17.3" FHD or UHD 4K, up to 500 nits
- Battery: 94Wh, ~4–6 hours
- Weight: ~3.67 kg
ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (17, Intel)
Processor and Performance
The Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (17, Intel) with Intel Xeon W-11955M (8C/16T, 2.6–5.0 GHz, 24MB cache, vPro) delivers top-tier performance for demanding workloads like CAD, rendering, and data analysis (Cinebench R23 Multi: ~12000–14000). It supports ECC memory for enhanced reliability, ideal for professionals in engineering and design. Users praise its power but note fan noise (~40–45 dB) and heat (~45–50°C) under load. Perfect for mobile workstation tasks requiring robust processing.
Graphics and Display
The 17.3" display offers FHD (1920x1080, 300 nits, IPS, 100% sRGB) or UHD 4K (3840x2160, 500 nits, IPS, 100% DCI-P3, HDR400, factory-calibrated). Paired with NVIDIA RTX A5000 (16GB GDDR6, ~10 TFLOPS) or other GPUs (T1200, A2000–A4000), it delivers ~60–90 FPS in *Blender* or *SPECviewperf 2020*. Users love the 4K’s clarity but note large bezels (~71.3% screen-to-body ratio). Ideal for visual apps, though no touchscreen option.
Design and Connectivity
Weighing ~3.67 kg (8.1 lbs) with a fiber-reinforced plastic and magnesium chassis, it’s MIL-STD-810H tested. Ports include 2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, RJ45, 3.5mm audio, and SD card reader. Wi-Fi 6E (Intel AX210, ~2400 Mbps) and Bluetooth 5.2 ensure connectivity, with optional 4G/5G. The 94Wh battery lasts ~4–6 hours (web browsing). Users note its bulk but praise durability.
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (17, Intel, Xeon W-11955M): All Features
| Processor | Intel Xeon W-11955M (8C/16T, 2.6/5.0 GHz, 24MB cache, vPro) |
|---|---|
| Graphics | NVIDIA T1200, RTX A2000, A3000, A4000, A5000 (up to 16GB GDDR6) |
| Display | 17.3" FHD (1920x1080, 300 nits, IPS, 100% sRGB), UHD 4K (3840x2160, 500 nits, IPS, 100% DCI-P3, HDR400) |
| Memory | 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB DDR4, 3200 MHz, ECC/non-ECC, 4x SO-DIMM |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB M.2 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, up to 6TB (3x slots) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 6E (Intel AX210), Bluetooth 5.2, optional 4G LTE/5G |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4, 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, HDMI 2.1, RJ45, 3.5mm audio, SD card reader, optional smart card reader |
| Battery | 94Wh, ~4–6 hours (web browsing) |
| Features | Backlit keyboard, TrackPoint, fingerprint reader, TPM 2.0, 1080p webcam with IR and shutter, Dolby Audio, MIL-STD-810H, ISV certifications |
| Warranty | 1–3 years (varies by region, registration recommended) |
Lenovo ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (17, Intel, Xeon W-11955M): All Specifications
| Model | ThinkPad P17 Gen 2 (17, Intel, Type 20YU, 20YV) |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Xeon W-11955M (8C/16T, 2.6/5.0 GHz, 24MB cache, vPro) |
| Graphics | NVIDIA T1200 (4GB GDDR6), RTX A2000 (4GB GDDR6), A3000 (6GB GDDR6), A4000 (8GB GDDR6), A5000 (16GB GDDR6) |
| Display | 17.3" FHD (1920x1080, 300 nits, IPS, 100% sRGB, anti-glare), UHD 4K (3840x2160, 500 nits, IPS, 100% DCI-P3, HDR400, anti-glare) |
| Memory | 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB DDR4, 3200 MHz, ECC/non-ECC, 4x SO-DIMM |
| Storage | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB, 2TB M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, up to 6TB (3x slots) |
| Battery | 94Wh, ~4–6 hours (web browsing), ~2–3 hours (workstation tasks), Rapid Charge (80% in 1 hour) |
| Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 4 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort), 2x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1, 1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x RJ45, 1x 3.5mm audio, 1x SD card reader, optional smart card reader |
| Connectivity | Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX210 (up to 2400 Mbps), Bluetooth 5.2, optional 4G LTE/5G |
| Audio | 2x 2W speakers, Dolby Audio, dual-array mic |
| Camera | 1080p FHD with IR, privacy shutter, Windows Hello support |
| Keyboard | 6-row, backlit, spill-resistant, 1.5mm key travel, TrackPoint, numeric keypad |
| Security | TPM 2.0, match-on-chip fingerprint reader, IR camera, webcam shutter, Kensington lock slot, self-healing BIOS |
| Dimensions | 415.4 x 280.8 x 24.3–32.4 mm |
| Weight | ~3.67 kg (8.1 lbs) |
| Build | Fiber-reinforced plastic over magnesium frame, MIL-STD-810H tested |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro 64-bit, Windows 10 Pro/Home 64-bit, Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, Red Hat 8.4 |
| Power Adapter | 230W slim tip, supports Rapid Charge (80% in 1 hour) |
| Warranty | 1–3 years (varies by region, registration recommended) |
| Certifications | EPEAT Gold, Energy Star, RoHS, TCO Certified |
| Package Contents | Laptop, 230W charger, quick start guide |



















