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Lenovo ThinkCentre M73 SFF i5-4570 3.2GHz 8GB DDR3 256GB SSD

SKU CH-9PDS-5HPK5

A compact desktop with an Intel Core i5-4570, 8 GB DDR3 memory, 256 GB SSD and Windows 10 Home

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 4th Gen
  • RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
  • CPU model3.2 GHz
  • 4th Gen Intel Core i5-4570 reaches 3.60 GHz turbo
  • 8 GB DDR3 and 256 GB SSD for responsive multitasking
  • Small form factor fits tight desk spaces
  • Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 drives dual displays
  • USB 3.0 transfers data up to 10 times faster

Compact Desktop for Office Tasks

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M73 SFF is a small-form-factor desktop computer powered by an Intel Core i5 4570 processor running at 3.2 GHz with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.6 GHz. It comes with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 256 GB SSD for the operating system and applications. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 handles display output. The system ships with Windows 10 Home 64-bit installed and includes a WiFi adapter, gaming keyboard, and mouse. A monitor is not included.

Thermals and Power in Daily Use

The small chassis uses integrated graphics, which keeps heat output and power draw modest during typical office workloads. USB 3.0 ports transfer data up to 10 times faster than previous USB technologies while remaining backward compatible. Fan noise stays low under light multitasking thanks to the efficient 64-bit processor and solid-state storage. The platform supports a maximum of 16 GB of memory across two DIMM slots running at 1600 MHz.

Build and Connectivity Practicalities

The black SFF case fits easily on a desk or behind a monitor, offering a compact footprint for enterprise deployments. Front and rear USB 3.0 ports provide convenient access for peripherals and fast external drives. Wired Ethernet ensures stable network connectivity alongside the included wireless adapter. The system supports up to 216 GB of total storage capacity, allowing future expansion if required. Lenovo Solution Center simplifies system health monitoring for IT management.

How it compares

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

Price $241.99
Cheaper than about 82% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
RAM capacity 8 GB DDR3
Lower than about 80% of the 13,125 comparable items (median 16 GB).
SSD storage 256 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 11,342 comparable items (median 512 GB).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkCentre
Model nameLenovo M73 SFF
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 4th Gen
CPU model3.2 GHz
Installed motherboardIntel
Memory
RAM capacity8 GB DDR3
Memory slots7 total
Max supported RAM16 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Graphics
GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Audio & video
Audio chipIntegrated
Connectivity
Wired networkEthernet
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-Fi802.11g Wireless LAN
Ports & slots
Front USB ports4
Front audio jacks2
PS/2 ports2
Video connectors2 Display Port
Rear USB ports6
Ethernet port1 port
Rear audio jacks1x Headphone, 1x Microphone, 1x Line In
Size & build
Form factorSlim/Small Form Factor
In the box
Included monitorNot included
In the boxRefurbished Lenovo thinkCentre M73 SFF With Gaming keyboard & Mouse
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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Questions about this item

How do I install the 1600MHz DDR3 DIMMs and what step is often missed?

Open the SFF chassis, insert the DDR3 modules into the two DIMM slots until the retention clips click, then enable the 1600 MHz profile in the BIOS; the step often missed is saving the BIOS change before exiting.

What maintenance or replacement will the 256GB SSD and 8GB DDR3 need later?

The 256GB SSD has no moving parts but should be monitored for wear using SMART tools; the 8GB DDR3 can be expanded to 16 GB maximum by adding another 1600 MHz DDR3 DIMM if a slot is free.

What limit appears first during sustained loads on the Intel HD Graphics 4600?

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 4600 shares system memory and thermal headroom with the i5-4570, so GPU throttling due to shared thermal limits typically appears before the 16 GB memory ceiling is reached.

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