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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkCentre M720q Tiny Desktop i7-8700 16 GB DDR4 128 GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-PBA9-JYRR9

Tiny desktop with a hexa-core i7-8700, 16 GB DDR4, 128 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4 UDIMM
  • Storage drive2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
  • ChipsetIntel B360
  • Hexa-core i7-8700 reaches 4.60 GHz for demanding workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory handles multitasking smoothly
  • 128 GB SSD provides fast boot and app launch
  • Tiny micro form factor fits tight workspaces
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for business-ready security

Compact Business Desktop for Office Work

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M720q Tiny is a micro-form-factor desktop built around an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8700 hexa-core processor with 12 MB cache and a maximum turbo frequency of 4.60 GHz. It ships with 16 GB of DDR4 UDIMM memory and a 2.5-inch 128 GB solid-state drive. Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed along with a USB keyboard and mouse, making it ready for typical office productivity tasks right out of the box.

Sustained Performance Under Load

The 65 W processor can maintain higher clocks for extended periods when the tiny chassis has adequate airflow, but the limited internal volume restricts cooling capacity compared with larger towers. During continuous multi-threaded workloads the system will throttle to stay within thermal limits, so sustained throughput will be lower than the peak 4.60 GHz burst frequency. The integrated Intel UHD Graphics handles basic display output and video playback but is not suited for demanding 3D rendering or compute tasks.

Installation Notes and Common Issues

The unit includes a USB Wi-Fi and Bluetooth dongle because integrated wireless is optional on this model; plug the dongle into any free USB port before first boot. Memory upgrades use standard DDR4 UDIMM modules, yet the small case only exposes two DIMM slots and the maximum supported capacity is 32 GB. Storage expansion is limited to one 2.5-inch bay and an M.2 slot, so plan drive choices accordingly. A DVD-ROM drive is present but occupies the only 5.25-inch space, preventing the addition of a second optical drive.

How it compares

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Price $452.99
Typical for this category: the median of 14,711 items is $494.99.
Memory size 16 GB DDR4 UDIMM
Typical for this category: the median of 5,840 items is 16 GB.
RAM capacity 16 GB DDR4
Typical for this category: the median of 13,125 items is 16 GB.

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIBM
Product lineThinkCentre
Model name10T7007WUS
Part numberM720q
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useConsumer
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
CPUIntel Core i7-8700 Processor (Hexa Core, 12 MB, up to 4.6 GHz, 65 W)
CPU modelIntel Core i7-8700
ChipsetIntel B360
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4 UDIMM
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
RAM type and speedDDR4
Total memory slots4
Free memory slots0
Memory slots0/4
Max supported RAM32 GB
Storage
Storage drive2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2.5 in 128 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
Second disc driveDVD-ROM
Optical driveDVD
Disc drive detailsSlim
Disc drive featuresSlim
Second disc drive typeDVD
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 630
GPUIntel UHD Graphics
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
Audio chipIntegrated
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wireless adapterUSB Dongle 5 GHz Capable
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Bluetooth supportUSB Dongle
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2, 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C (15 W charging)
Front audio jacks1
PS/2 ports2
Video connectors1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1 port
Size & build
Form factorDIMM 240-pin
ChassisMicro (MFF)
Overall dimensions13.52 in × 3.64 in × 11.44 in
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseUSB
Pointing deviceUSB Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardUSB
Keyboard typeUSB Keyboard

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Questions about this item

How much heat and power does the 65 W i7-8700 generate when the M720q runs continuously?

The 65 W processor is cooled inside the micro form factor case; the included 65 W TDP design keeps temperatures stable during all-day workloads without additional cooling hardware.

Does the M720q need an external monitor, or can it run headless with the built-in Intel UHD Graphics?

No monitor is included; the system requires a display connected via its video outputs, and the integrated Intel UHD Graphics drives external screens without a discrete GPU.

Will my existing DDR4 240-pin UDIMM modules work if I upgrade the 16 GB memory to the 32 GB maximum?

Yes, the board accepts DDR4 UDIMM memory up to 32 GB, so compatible 240-pin DDR4 sticks can be added or swapped to reach the supported limit.

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