Lenovo ThinkCentre M720s is an ultra-portable small form factor (SFF) desktop. This is a cleanly assembled PC for those who want to save some space on their desks without compromising over productivity. Lenovo has designed it by keeping the portability, compactness aligned with high-end specs and connectivity. It is a straightforward desktop choice that would wow you with its unique design and power.
The ThinkCentre M720s features the latest tech components as well as features that you have always been wishing for. Added security features and additional support for multiple monitors make it the best pick for creative professionals.
We have reviewed this SFF Lenovo desktop PC for its design and performance as well as its strengths and weaknesses. We evaluated the functionality of Lenovo ThinkCentre M720s - 10ST007EUK to find out whether it has got what it takes to be a quality office desktop PC.
Specs Sheet
Processor: Intel Hexa-Core i5-9400 (9th Gen.) / 2.9GHz Max. Turbo Speed 4.1GHz
RAM: 8GB Storage: 256GB SSD
Graphics: Intel UHD 620 Integrated
Dimensions: 3.64 x 11.44 x 13.52 inches
Operating System: Windows 10 Pro (64-bit)
Design
The Lenovo ThinkCentre M720s features a no-frills design that we mostly see on professional desktops. It has a metal chassis that is simple but the honeycomb-patterned grill adds a splash of flair. Lenovo has opted for a completely black colour, but the logos on the PC are in white and red colours.
This a well-thought design and you can either place it vertically or horizontally depending on the space you have. Lenovo also offers a small stand in case you want to erect the ThinkCentre M720s vertically. This is a small plastic bracket that provides stability and slips onto the side of its body.
Connectivity
The ThinkCentre M720s has surprisingly a lot of ports on a small form factor chassis. On the front, it houses a Type-C USB 3.1 (Gen1) port, two USB 3.1 (Gen1) ports, two USB 3.1 (Gen2) ports and a 3.5mm combo mic/headphone jack. On the backside, there are four USB 2.0 ports, a pair of DisplayPort ports, a VGA port and an Ethernet (RJ-45) port.
In addition, there is a LAN port for wired networking and a screw-on antenna for the Wi-Fi adapter. You can connect three additional monitors with the ThinkCentre M720s to further improve your productivity, thanks to an ample number of video ports.
Performance
Lenovo ThinkCentre M720s - 10ST007EUK has a powerful combination of hardware including the Core i5 9th generation CPU. This is a hexa-core processor that delivers a base frequency of 2.9GHz and can offer a maximum turbo speed of 4.1GHz. Then there is an 8GB RAM paired with a 256GB SSD to ensure smooth, high-speed performance.
An 8GB memory means that your RAM will works hand in hand with the CPU and your PC can handle intensive workloads. While having a Solid-state drive (SSD) means fast access to data as compared to the creaky mechanical hard drives. This is a powerful duo that delivers snappy responsiveness when you need your PC to deliver quick results.
With such incredible specs, the ThinkCentre M720s can thrive and handle all your office-centric tasks. You don’t have to worry about the productivity or low system speed while working on spreadsheets, word processing, browsing and video calling your team. This is a desktop PC that performs exceedingly well when you are multitasking.
We evaluated its performance by streaming both audio and video while browsing through a dozen Chrome tabs and the system did not hold back. We run some media editing tools and found the results too much promising. So, you can throw all your computing tasks including image and video editing towards it. Lenovo has the power and hardware to handle all your tough tasks.
Graphics
The M720s we tested for performance came with the Intel UHD 620 integrated graphics but lacks a discrete graphics card. In layman’s term, you cannot use it to render complex 3D models or as a gaming rig. However, the integrated graphics card is powerful enough to fulfill your everyday graphics needs. You will still get rich visuals while streaming videos or when you are editing an image.
Verdict
Lenovo’s ThinkCentre M720s is a small powerhouse packed inside a simple, sleek chassis. This small form factor PC is compact yet has got the perfect specs that you need for office computing. It has a fair number of ports distributed on the front and rear sides for connectivity. You can buy it for your home entertainment unit or for your office to attach multiple monitors. As an affordable desktop PC, it fits the bill and is worth the price.
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