Dell Pro Max 16 Plus (MB16250) 16" Workstation AI PC – Intel Ultra 9 285HX, 64GB RAM, 1TB SSD, NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000, Windows 11 Pro

Dell Pro Max 16 Plus (MB16250) Professional AI Workstation

SKU: 5W98R | Condition: New

Executive Summary

The Dell Pro Max 16 Plus is an elite-tier AI PC designed for high-throughput computational tasks and professional creative production. This system achieves a combined platform throughput exceeding 1,000 TOPS, driven by the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX and the NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000 Blackwell graphics card with 12GB GDDR7. Supported by 64GB RAM and a 1TB SSD, this 16-inch workstation utilizes a 500-nit 120Hz display and Thunderbolt 5 to provide a resilient, high-velocity environment for the world’s most demanding content architects.

Key Features

• Elite AI Throughput: Experience industry-leading AI performance with a combined 1,028 Total System TOPS. The Blackwell-based GPU delivers 992 AI TOPS, while the Intel AI Boost NPU provides 13 TOPS for efficient background orchestration.
• Blackwell Professional Graphics: The NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000 features 12GB of high-velocity GDDR7 memory, engineered for ISV-certified stability in 3D modeling, deep learning, and real-time simulation.
• Next-Gen Connectivity: Future-proof your workflow with dual Thunderbolt 5 ports (80 Gbps) and Wi-Fi 7, offering double the bandwidth of previous standards for rapid-fire data transfers and multi-monitor arrays.
• Visual Precision: The 16-inch FHD+ display features 500 nits of brightness, 100% DCI-P3 color gamut, and a 120Hz Variable Refresh Rate (VRR), ensuring high-clarity visuals and pixel-perfect accuracy for professional design.
• Assurance: Protected by a 3-year Basic Onsite Service warranty following remote diagnosis, providing the professional-grade hardware support required to maintain maximum enterprise uptime.

Product Overview

Operating with whisper-quiet precision, the Dell Pro Max 16 Plus is a thermally optimized powerhouse designed to eliminate high-end workflow friction. The 16:10 aspect ratio display provides an expanded vertical workspace for code and creative timelines, while the 96Wh battery ensures sustained productivity during mobile sessions. Outfitted with an 8MP IR camera and a dedicated Copilot key, this workstation acts as a high-velocity hub for remote executives and researchers who require stationary-class power in a travel-ready chassis.

Performance Insights

Utilizing 6400 MT/s DDR5 memory and Gen4 NVMe storage, the MB16250 provides a fluid experience that outperforms standard mobile workstations. The 24-core processing environment, combined with Blackwell-class Tensor cores, allows for instantaneous loading of memory-resident data sets and professional-grade AI model local execution, ensuring low-latency responsiveness across all professional software suites.

Technical Specifications

• AI Performance (Total): 1,028 Total System TOPS (CPU + NPU + GPU)
• AI Engine (NPU): Intel AI Boost (13 NPU TOPS | 36 Platform TOPS)
• Graphics AI: NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000 Blackwell (992 AI TOPS)
• Processor: Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX (High-performance 55W vPro Base)
• RAM: 64GB DDR5 6400 MT/s (2 x 32GB CSoDIMM)
• Storage: 1TB PCIe Gen4 NVMe Performance SSD (SED Ready)
• Display: 16" FHD+ (1920x1200) LCD, 500 nits, 100% DCI-P3, 120Hz VRR, 16:10
• Graphics Memory: 12GB GDDR7 Dedicated
• Camera: 8MP IR Camera with HDR and Temporal Noise Reduction (TNR5)
• Networking: Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200; Bluetooth; 2.5 Gbps Ethernet (RJ45)
• I/O Ports: 2x Thunderbolt 5 (80 Gbps), 1x Thunderbolt 4 (40 Gbps), 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI 2.1
• Input: Backlit Keyboard with Numeric Keypad and Dedicated Copilot Key
• Security: Discrete TPM 2.0; IR Camera for Windows Hello
• Power: 280W AC Adapter; 6-cell 96 WHr Battery
• Physical: Black Finish; Professional 16-inch Chassis
• Software: Windows 11 Pro 64-Bit
• Warranty: 3-Year Basic Onsite Service (Hardware-Only Support)

Ideal User & Box Contents

Ideal For: AI Developers, 3D Rendering Specialists, and Technical Content Architects who require the maximum available AI throughput and memory bandwidth in a mobile workstation.

• Dell Pro Max 16 Plus (MB16250) Workstation
• 280W AC Power Adapter & 1M US Power Cord
• Quick Start Guide & Warranty Documentation

Warranty & Support

This workstation includes a 3-year Basic Onsite Service warranty. Following remote diagnosis, Dell provides hardware-only onsite support to ensure your high-velocity system remains operational, protecting your mission-critical professional investment.

Questions Buyers Ask

How much AI power (TOPS) does this have? This workstation delivers over 1,000 total AI TOPS. While the Intel CPU provides 13 NPU TOPS for background efficiency, the NVIDIA RTX PRO 3000 Blackwell delivers 992 AI TOPS for heavy-duty generative tasks.

What is the benefit of Thunderbolt 5? Thunderbolt 5 provides 80 Gbps of bandwidth—double that of Thunderbolt 4—allowing for rapid-fire data transfers and supporting multiple high-resolution professional displays through a single cable.

Is the memory upgradeable? Yes, the system utilizes CSoDIMM slots, currently configured with 64GB of high-velocity 6400 MT/s DDR5 RAM.

Does it support Wi-Fi 7? Yes, the integrated Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE200 controller provides the latest high-velocity, low-latency wireless connectivity standard.

Is this an ISV-certified system? Yes, Dell Pro workstations are tested and certified by major software vendors (like Adobe, Autodesk, and SOLIDWORKS) to ensure peak stability and performance.