Thunderobot STATION AI Max+ 395 pre-order opens with 128GB RAM for around $3,800

THUNDEROBOT has opened pre-orders for the STATION AI Max+ 395, a compact AI workstation designed for users who need substantial local compute power in a small footprint. This release matters because it brings high-end AMD Ryzen AI processing to a 2-liter chassis, allowing professionals to run demanding workloads without dedicating an entire desk to a tower. Buyers seeking a powerful, space-efficient machine for AI tasks or heavy multitasking now have a specific, pre-built option to consider.

Thunderobot opens pre-orders for the STATION AI Max+ 395, a compact AI workstation designed for users who need substantial local compute power in a small footprint.

The STATION AI Max+ 395 centers on the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor, which THUNDEROBOT pairs with a generous 128GB of LPDDR5X-8000 memory. This configuration targets users who need to keep large datasets or complex applications in fast RAM rather than relying on slower storage. The system also includes a 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD for storage, ensuring quick access to files and operating system resources.

Specifications

• Processor: AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395
• Memory: 128GB LPDDR5X-8000
• Storage: 1TB PCIe Gen4 SSD
• Form Factor: 2L
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, 2x 10GbE

Despite its small 2-liter form factor, the unit supports a 132W TDP for the processor, which requires robust thermal management. THUNDEROBOT addresses this with an aluminum frame and a three-fan cooling system to maintain performance under load. Connectivity options include Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless peripherals, along with two 10GbE RJ-45 ports for high-speed wired networking.

Pricing for the STATION AI Max+ 395 is set at 26,999 CNY (around $4,022) as a limited-time offer. Customers can reduce the cost to 25,499 CNY (around $3,798) by applying a national subsidy, making the high-spec machine more accessible. Pre-orders begin on October 9, 2024, at 10:00, with sales restricted to the Chinese market at this time.

THUNDEROBOT also plans to release a variant of the STATION AI series powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 495 processor in the future. This suggests a roadmap that will offer even higher performance tiers within the same compact design language. For now, the Max+ 395 model stands as the immediate option for those ready to purchase.

We previously covered the ThundeRobot Launches Liquid-Cooled Mini AI Workstation in our earlier Thunderobot coverage, which highlights the vendor's ongoing focus on small-form-factor AI hardware. The new air-cooled STATION AI Max+ 395 provides a different thermal approach while maintaining the same compact philosophy. This expands the choices available to buyers who prefer passive or fan-based cooling over liquid solutions.