- First look at Dell Pro Max 18 Plus emerges in new images
- Images show a completely redesigned mobile workstation
- Pro Max could replace the popular Precision range or be a completely new range, offering up to 256GB of RAM and up to 16TB of SSD
Leaked details suggest that Dell is developing a new addition to its workstation offering designed to deliver high-performance capabilities for professional workloads.
Available in two sizes, the Dell Pro Max 18 Plus is expected to officially debut at CES 2025 and could replace the popular Precision range or form an entirely new line.
The device reportedly features an 18-inch display, while the Pro Max 16 Plus offers a smaller 16-inch alternative with similar specs. According to information shared by Song1118 on Weibowhich includes marketing slides from Dell, the laptops will feature Intel’s upcoming Core Ultra 200HX “Arrow Lake-HX” CPUs. For graphics, the series will reportedly feature RTX 5000-class workstation GPUs based on Nvidia’s Ada, although the exact model is not mentioned in the leaked documents.
Triple fan cooling system
The Pro Max series will offer up to 200 watts for the CPU/GPU combination on the 18-inch version and 170 watts on the 16-inch model. VideoCardz notes that while we’ve already seen much higher targets on ultra-high-end gaming machines, “this would be the first confirmed laptop to offer 200W for a next-gen Intel/Nvidia combo.”
The laptops will reportedly support up to 256GB of CAMM2 memory. The 18-inch model can accommodate up to 16TB of storage via four M.2 2280 SSD slots, while the 16-inch version supports 12TB with three slots. The heat generated by these high-powered components will be managed by an “industry-first” triple-fan cooling system.
Additional features appear to include a magnesium alloy body to reduce weight, an 8MP camera, and a tandem OLED display option. Connectivity options include Thunderbolt 5 (80/120 Gbps), WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.4 and optional 5G WWAN. Both laptops also feature a quick-access bottom cover for easy maintenance and repair of key components such as batteries, memory, and storage.
The Dell Pro Max 16/18 Plus laptops are expected to be officially unveiled along with pricing at CES on January 7, 2025, with a launch window of mid-2025.
