THELIO Desktop workstations

Performance, expandability, and thermal headroom for AI, modeling, engineering, and compute-intensive workloads.

Thelio Astra

- **Customizable Arm64 workstation** - Up to: - 128-core Ampere Altra CPU - 512GB of ECC memory - 40TB of storage - NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell graphics

$4,099.00

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Thelio Major

- **Customizable high-performance workstation** - Up to: - 64-core AMD Threadripper 9980X CPU - 256GB of DDR5 ECC memory - 40TB of storage - NVIDIA RTX or AMD Radeon Pro graphics

$6,999.00

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Thelio Mega

- **Customizable machine learning workstation** - Up to: - 96-core AMD Threadripper Pro 9995WX CPU - 512GB of DDR5 ECC memory - 64TB of storage - Multi-GPU options

$8,199.00

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Portable Workstations

Workstation-class components for developers, researchers, and engineers who need performance on the go.

$200 Off!

Adder WS 15" or 17"

- **Affordable high-end performance!** - Intel® Core Ultra 9 275HX - NVIDIA RTX 5050, 5060 or 5070 graphics - Up to 12TB NVMe storage - Up to 96GB DDR5 RAM - 1080p matte 144Hz display - 15" 5.29 lbs | 17" 6.17 lbs

$2,399.00 $2,199.00

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Serval WS 16"

- **Premium performance** - Intel® Core Ultra 9 275HX - NVIDIA RTX 5070 Ti graphic - Up to 12TB NVMe storage - Up to 96GB DDR5 RAM - 16:10 2K 240Hz display - 4.96 lbs

$3,499.00

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Bonobo WS 18"

- **Most powerful!** - Intel® Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus - NVIDIA RTX 5080 or 5090 - Up to 16TB NVMe storage - Up to 192GB DDR5 RAM - 2K or 4K display - 8.6 lbs

$4,699.00

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Why Choose a System76 Linux workstation?

Control Your Computing with Linux Workstation Computers.

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Open Source Principles

Open hardware, open firmware, and full transparency. That means no data collection.

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Right to Repair and Ownership

Our computers are designed to be upgraded, repaired and running at their best for years.

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Lifetime Support from Real People

Real human experts, not bots. Whether it's day one or year five with your computer, we're here.

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Buy With Confidence

30-day money back guarantee and 1, 2, or 3-year limited parts and labor warranty options.

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workstations designed and Engineered in the USA

Every System76 workstation is designed to a high standard: hardware that's worthy of the OS it runs. Our desktop workstations are handcrafted in the USA and our portable workstations are engineered to excel by incorporating over a decade of feedback from people just like you.
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Why Developers, Researchers, and Scientists Choose System76 Workstations

Second Home Run

This is my second computer from System76, and both experiences have been great. The set up was easy. The hardware support is awesome. Everything just works! | EDDIE, FEBRUARY 2026

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Really appreciate the documentation

Really appreciate the documentation and ease of replacing or upgrading parts. | WL, JANUARY 2026

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Awesome company

Awesome company, great product, great customer service. Never getting any other brand. | DAVE, APRIL 2026

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workstations optimized for Pop!_OS and Ubuntu

Made for Each Other: Linux Software and Workstation Hardware.

Spend less time troubleshooting and more time innovating.
DISCOVER POP!_OS
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Worldwide Shipping for Workstations

We ship to over 60 countries. Duties and applicable taxes are not calculated or charged by System76.

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Sustainable Workstations by Design

System76 workstations are built to last and designed to leave less behind with components that can be recycled

LINUX workstation FAQs

What is the difference between a Linux
workstation and a standard desktop?

A Linux workstation is built for sustained, compute-intensive workloads like AI training, 3D rendering, engineering simulation, and scientific computing. A Linux desktop is built for everyday computing needs like development, creative work, productivity, and general use.

Are Linux workstations good for AI 
and machine learning?

Linux is the dominant operating system for AI and machine learning work. The most widely used frameworks in the field — TensorFlow, PyTorch, JAX, and others — are developed and optimized primarily for Linux. Native CUDA support means GPU acceleration works more reliably and efficiently than on other operating systems, which is critical for training large models and running compute-intensive experiments.

Should I choose a desktop Linux 
workstation or a mobile workstation?

The choice comes down to one core question: does your work happen in one place or many? Desktop Linux workstations offer maximum performance, greater expandability, and better thermal headroom for sustained heavy workloads. Mobile Linux workstations bring workstation-class CPUs and GPUs to a portable form factor, making them the right tool for researchers, engineers, and developers who work across multiple locations. If your work is anchored to a desk and demands everything a machine has to give, go desktop. If performance needs to travel with you, go mobile.

Which Linux distribution is best for a 
workstation?

The best Linux distribution for a workstation depends on your workflow and the software your work depends on. Ubuntu LTS is one of the most popular choices for professional workstation use, offering long-term stability, broad software compatibility, and strong community and enterprise support. Pop!_OS is purpose-built for System76 hardware, optimized for sustained performance, GPU workloads, and professional workflows right out of the box, combining Ubuntu's stability with a more refined experience designed for serious compute-intensive work.

What are the advantages of a Linux workstation over Windows or macOS?

Linux workstations offer better performance, stronger security, and more control than Windows or macOS alternatives. There is no data collection, no forced updates, and no licensing fees, just a platform that gives you full control over your hardware and software environment. Linux also runs the tools that matter most for professional workloads natively, from containerization and package management to the AI and machine learning frameworks that power modern research and development. For organizations and individuals doing serious work, the case for Linux over proprietary platforms has never been stronger.

Is technical support available for 
Linux workstations?

Yes! Every System76 workstation comes with lifetime support from real human experts who know the hardware and software inside and out. Not bots, not outsourced call centers, just real people who built the machine and know the OS it runs on. For organizations running mission-critical workloads, that kind of support is not just a nice to have. It is essential.

Featured linux worksations

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Thelio Major Custom

**Customizable performance workstation**
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Serval WS

**Premium performance workstation**
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Bonobo WS

**Most powerful portable workstation**

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