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Small black desktop tower with DVD slot

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkCentre M70s Gen 6 12YK000NUS desktop PC — Intel Core Ultra 5 235, 16 GB, 512 GB SSD

SKU CH-3WSR-GV8TX MPN 12YK000NUS

Compact small-form-factor desktop with a 14-core Intel Core Ultra 5 235, 16 GB DDR5 memory and a 512 GB NVMe SSD

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5
  • Memory size16 GB
  • Storage drive512 GB SSD (PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4, M.2)
  • GraphicsIntel integrated graphics
  • CPUIntel Core Ultra 5 235 (2nd Gen)
  • Intel Core Ultra 5 235 with 14 cores handles demanding workloads
  • 16 GB DDR5 memory keeps multitasking smooth and responsive
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD delivers fast boot and file access
  • Small form factor fits tight desks while staying quiet
  • Windows 11 Pro and vPro technology support secure business management

Purpose-built compact desktop

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M70s Gen 6 12YK000NUS is a new small form factor desktop computer designed for student and home office environments. It ships with Windows 11 Pro and includes a USB traditional keyboard and DVD-Writer. This system targets users who need a space-saving tower for everyday productivity tasks.

Decisive specification

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 processor provides 14 cores and 14 threads with 24 MB of L3 cache, paired with 16 GB of DDR5 memory. Storage is handled by a 512 GB PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4 M.2 SSD. This combination determines whether the platform meets the performance requirements for multitasking and responsive application loading.

Sustained-load behaviour

A 260 W power supply supports the processor, integrated graphics, Gigabit Ethernet and IEEE 802.11ax wireless connectivity during extended work sessions. The small form factor chassis manages thermal output for the 14-core CPU and shared-memory graphics under continuous load. Buyers who need discrete graphics expansion or higher-wattage headroom should consider larger chassis options.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Tower & Compact Desktop PCs, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $1,224.99
Pricier than about 82% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineM70s Gen 6
Model name12YK000NUS
Part number12YK000NUS
Year of release2025
Product typeStudent / Home Office
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core Ultra 5
CPUIntel Core Ultra 5 235 (2nd Gen)
CPU modelCore Ultra 5 235
Turbo clock speed5 GHz
Processor cacheL3 24 MB
L3 cache per CPU24 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM capacity16 GB
RAM type and speed5600 MHz
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots3
Max supported RAM128 GB
Storage
Storage drive512 GB SSD (PCIe NVMe 4.0 x4, M.2)
SSD storage512 GB
Storage configuration512 GB SSD, PCI Express NVMe 4.0 x4, M.2 form factor
Disc driveDVD-Writer
Optical driveDVD-Writer
Disc drive detailsDVD+/-RW
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Graphics
GraphicsIntel integrated graphics
GPUIntel integrated graphics, DDR5 SDRAM (Shared)
Connectivity
Network speedGigabit Ethernet
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Wireless adapterIEEE 802.11ax, Bluetooth
Wi-FiIEEE 802.11ax
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
Front USB ports1x USB-C (USB 5 Gbit/s / USB 3.2 Gen 1), 15 W charging
Video connectors2x DisplayPort (rear), HDMI (rear)
Rear USB ports6x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Power
Power supply260 W
Size & build
Form factorSmall Form Factor
Shipping weight6.31 kg
Package size546 × 394 × 191 mm
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseUSB Calliope Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardUSB Traditional Keyboard

Questions about this item

How does the 14-core Intel Core Ultra 5 235 perform in a small-form-factor desktop?

The 14-core processor with vPro Technology delivers strong multi-threaded throughput for office workloads while staying within the 260 W power supply limit of the SFF chassis.

What does the PCIe 4.0 x4 interface mean for the 512 GB SSD in daily use?

The NVMe drive runs at PCIe 4.0 x4 speeds, giving fast boot and application load times within the M.2 slot provided.

Will a standard ATX power supply fit if I need more than 260 W?

The Small Form Factor case uses a proprietary 260 W unit; a standard ATX power supply will not mount in this chassis.

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