Lenovo ThinkCentre M720q Tiny desktop PC i7-8700 16 GB DDR4 1 TB SSD DVD-R

Tiny business desktop with 6-core i7

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M720q Tiny desktop PC uses an Intel Core i7-8700 processor with six cores and twelve threads running at a base 3.20 GHz and boosting to 4.60 GHz. It ships with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB 2.5-inch solid state drive. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed and a USB keyboard and mouse are included.

Sustained workload behaviour

The 65 W processor and compact micro form factor chassis limit long-duration turbo frequencies under continuous multi-threaded load. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics handles office applications and video playback but is not suited for prolonged 3D rendering or compute tasks. Thermal throttling will reduce clock speeds during extended heavy use.

Pre-purchase checks

Verify that the 240-pin DDR4 UDIMM slots meet any future memory expansion plans up to the 32 GB platform maximum. Confirm the single 2.5-inch drive bay satisfies storage requirements before ordering. Ensure the USB Wi-Fi dongle provides adequate wireless performance for the intended network environment.