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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 Tiny desktop PC i5 11500 2.7GHz 16GB DDR4 256GB NVMe

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A tiny desktop with a 6-core i5, 16GB DDR4 and a 256GB NVMe drive, ready for business multitasking

  • Screen sizeNo Screen
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 11th Gen
  • Memory size16 GB DDR4
  • Storage drive256 GB NVMe M.2 SSD
  • GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 750
  • CPUi5 11500
  • 6-core 11th Gen Intel i5 handles heavy workloads at 2.7 GHz
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth and responsive
  • 256 GB NVMe M.2 SSD boots Windows 11 Pro in seconds
  • Tiny chassis saves desk space while offering Gigabit Ethernet and Wi-Fi
  • Two video outputs — DisplayPort and HDMI — drive dual monitors

Ultra-compact business desktop

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 Tiny desktop PC fits a full 65 W Intel Core i5-11500 six-core processor into a chassis small enough to mount behind a monitor, giving office teams desktop-class throughput without sacrificing desk space. It ships with Windows 11 Pro already activated, 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB NVMe M.2 SSD so it is productive from first boot. Integrated Intel UHD 750 graphics drive two displays via HDMI and DisplayPort for multi-monitor workflows. Gigabit Ethernet and internal Wi-Fi handle wired and wireless networks alike.

Replaces bulky towers for space-constrained desks

This unit upgrades from traditional small-form-factor or tower PCs when floor or desktop area is at a premium, while keeping the 6-core 12-thread performance needed for heavy multitasking, spreadsheet modelling and light content creation. The jump is worth it when IT policies demand a standardised, manageable platform with native Windows 11 Pro support and the 12 MB L3 cache accelerates frequent data access. Users moving from low-power T-series chips gain the full 65 W envelope for sustained workloads.

Suits corporate deployments

Buyers who want a ready-to-deploy Windows 11 Pro machine with dual-display outputs, wired and wireless networking, and a modest NVMe boot drive will find it fits standard VESA mounts and zero-footprint policies. It is not for buyers who need discrete graphics horsepower, additional internal drive bays, or user-replaceable expansion cards beyond the M.2 slot. Workers requiring legacy serial or parallel ports, an optical drive, or more than 16 GB of memory out of the box should look at larger form factors.

How it compares

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

Price $286.99
Cheaper than about 74% of the 14,711 comparable items (median $494.99).
Memory size 16 GB DDR4
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 nameLenovo
Product lineThinkCentre
Model nameM90q Gen 2
Product typeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Recommended useBusiness
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 11th Gen
CPUi5 11500
CPU modelIntel Core i5-11500
Processor cache12 MB L3 Cache
L3 cache per CPU12 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB DDR4
RAM capacity16 GB DDR4
Total memory slots2
Storage
Storage drive256 GB NVMe M.2 SSD
SSD storage256 GB NVMe
Storage configurationPCI Express NVMe
Optical driveNo
Second disc drive typeNone
Disk controllerPCI Express NVMe
Display
Screen sizeNo Screen
Touch inputNo
Display capabilitiesDual Monitor Supported via Display Port and HDMI
Graphics
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 750
GPUIntel UHD 750
GPU interfaceIntegrated video
Audio & video
SpeakersSet Not Included
Connectivity
Network speed10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wired networkGigabit Ethernet
Wireless adapterInternal Wifi Included
Ethernet controllerIntegrated
Wi-FiYes
Bluetooth supportYes
Ports & slots
External ports1x Ethernet
Front USB ports2
Front audio jacks1
Video connectors1 Display Port, 1 HDMI
Rear USB ports4
Ethernet port1 port
Size & build
Form factorTiny
Compatibility
Windows 11 supportReady
In the box
Included monitorNot included
Bundled mouseNot Included
In the boxDesktop Computer preloaded with Windows and OEM wattage appropriate AC adapter.
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
AI capabilityCopilot+ PC
Cooling methodAir Cooling
KeyboardNot Included

Condition and safety notices

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Condition notice
Grade B - Desktop will show previous signs of use such as minor dents, minor scrapes and/or bezel imperfections. Desktop will be in perfect working order. Grade B units will typically be priced lower than the Grade A equivalent and will have the same warranty as all products.

Questions about this item

What physical space and mounting options suit the M90q Gen 2 Tiny chassis?

The Tiny form factor fits on a desk or behind a monitor using Lenovo's Tiny VESA bracket (sold separately); it uses an external AC adapter so no internal PSU clearance is needed.

Which steps are often missed when installing the M90q Gen 2 with Windows 11 Pro?

Connect the included AC adapter before first boot, attach a display to the HDMI or DisplayPort, then complete the Windows 11 Pro out-of-box experience — skipping the network step delays Wi-Fi driver activation.

Which components can be upgraded later and what type do they need?

The two SO-DIMM slots accept DDR4 modules up to 64 GB total; the M.2 slot takes a 256 GB or larger NVMe SSD; the Wi-Fi card is also socketed for replacement.

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