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Thelio Astra

$3,299.00

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The first official desktop for streamlined autonomous vehicle development, powered by Ampere processing. Thelio Astra is the driving force behind native ARM64 development, offering high performance at a fraction of the energy consumption.

Great for

  • Native arm64 development
  • Automotive development
  • Robotics

Configure Thelio Astra with up to:

  • 128-core Ampere Altra CPU
  • 512GB ECC RAM
  • 40TB of storage
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 6000 Ada graphics

Features:

Swappable accent panel Peak-performance airflow
Open source hardware US-manufactured
Power-efficient arm64 architecture

 

 

Operating System:
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS, Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Processor:
Ampere Altra
Graphics:
NVIDIA® Graphics
Video Ports:
Options are dependent on graphics selection. Most include 3x DisplayPort, 1x HDMI port
Memory:
Up to 512 GB of Octa-Channel DDR4 @ 3200 MHz
Storage:
Up to 16 TB, 2 x M.2 PCIe Gen 4
Rear Ports:
1 x UID button w/ LED, 1 x DB15 (VGA), 4 x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen1
Networking:
2 x SFP28 (25Gb), 1 x 1Gb LAN, 1 x dedicated IPMI
Power Supply:
850 Watt 80+ Gold Certified
Dimensions:
Height × Width × Depth
17.24″ ×9.72″ × 14.64″ (438 × 247 × 372mm)
Model:
thelio-astra-a1-n1
Selected Accent Color is
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Native ARM64 Development

Eliminate surprise bugs that emerge from emulation. Native arm64 development offers the premium package, delivering quick iteration, smarter prototypes, and safer streets on custom-built hardware.

Premium Coolant

Keep on humming at peak performance, thanks to an intricate thermal system specially-designed around your industry’s hardware demands. System76 and Ampere ride together to make Thelio Astra the driving force behind AV development.

We Give a Ship

Ships to over 60 countries.

1-Year Warranty

We've got you covered!

30-Day Returns

Don't love it? Send it back.

Lifetime Support

Real humans, real experts.

Exceptional Support

Leave DIY troubleshooting behind. When you need a look under the hood, rely on our team of experts to get you back online and operating at your best. Keep your desktop running at peak performance with the freedom to repair.

Infinite Customization

Tailor your computer to your preferences with open source hardware and software. Thelio Astra "just works" on setup thanks to preinstalled drivers.

Built-In Security You Can Trust

Protect your data and privacy with robust security features designed to safeguard your information — giving you peace of mind every time you use your workstation.

Crafted with Care in the USA

System76 knows how to iterate quickly, and we’re happy to fulfill your computing needs. Experience the magic of manufacturing, mechanical engineering, software development, QA, and support all working together under the same roof in Denver, Colorado.

What people are saying

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Frequently Asked questions

What OS does this run?

Thelio Astra is optimized for Ubuntu 24.04 LTS and 22.04 LTS.

Can I swap parts myself?

Yes! Upgrading your Thelio Workstation is straightforward. We provide lifetime support alongside detailed guides found in the tech specs to help you upgrade components like RAM, storage, and more.

What if I need help?

Our support team comes highly rated, and for good reason. For the lifetime of your product, you'll have direct access to our in-house experts who are trained in fast, effective solutions.

Why buy from System76?

System76 offers a first-class Linux experience backed by a unique blend of repairability, open source software, customization, and privacy-focused features, plus US-based manufacturing, engineering, and support.

Is this really manufactured in the US?

Yes! Our factory humans take sheet metal and cut, sand, bend, powder coat, and assemble it all into a full desktop that’s then shipped out the door.
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