Lenovo ThinkCentre (12TAS02M00) vs iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501)
Comparison summary
- For performance Lenovo ThinkCentre has a lot better processor. It also contains more memory.
- The computers have different operating systems, ThinkCentre has Windows 10 Pro and iBUYPOWER Scale has Windows 11 Home.
- For displaying graphics Scale has a lot better performing graphics card.
- For carrying ThinkCentre is lighter.
- Scale is cheaper.
Lenovo ThinkCentre (12TAS02M00)
iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501)
Compare specifications
| Lenovo ThinkCentre (12TAS02M00) | iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501) |
|---|---|
| Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games. Read more | |
| AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8700G | AMD Ryzen 5 8400F |
| Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC. Read more | |
| 32gb | 16gb |
| Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs. Read more | |
| Radeon 780M | GeForce RTX 5050 |
| Weight | |
| 10.1 lbs (4.58 kg) | 36 lbs (16.33 kg) |
| Size (length x width x height) | |
| 19.4 x 18.5 x 8.66 inches | |
| (49.28 x 46.99 x 22 cm) | |
| Operating system (OS) | |
| Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Home |
| Hard drives | |
| 1000gb SSD | 1000gb SSD |
| Release date | |
| May 14, 2026 | August 21, 2025 |
| Amazon.com List Price | |
| $1,189.99 | $1,084.49 |
| Amazon.com Lowest New Price | |
| $1,189.99 | $1,084.49 |
| Buy on Amazon.com | Buy on Amazon.com |
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Lenovo ThinkCentre (12TAS02M00) summary
Lenovo ThinkCentre is an acceptably priced gaming computer with Windows 10 Pro released in 2026. It has an outstanding AMD processor and lots of memory for its price. The computer has the Radeon 780M GPU that is poor for playing games. You can play some games published this year using lower graphics settings, but you should check for games you want to run.
Lenovo ThinkCentre Business Desktop 2025 AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8700G 8-Core AMD Radeon 780M Graphics GB Shared 32GB DDR5 1TB SSD Wi-Fi Windows 10 Pro
[Upgraded Memory & Storage & OS] Upgraded to 32GB DDR5 RAM 5200 MHz 1TB M.2 SSD ,Solid State Drive for Storage.
[Processor and Graphics] AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8700G 8-Core Processor (Up to 5.1 GHz, 16 MB Smart cache, 8 Cores, 16 Threads)
[WLAN & LAN] Realtek Wi-Fi 6 (2x2) 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet LAN
[ Connection & Ports] Front Panel Ports:1x USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps), 4x USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 (5Gbps),1x Mic/Head Phone Combo.Back Panel Ports:4x USB-A 2.0 1x RJ-45, 10/100/1000 Mbps LAN1 x 32GB USB Drive included.
[ Additional] Windows 10 Pro,Lenovo USB AI Keyboard and Mouse 3.60" x 11.7" x 13.4" inches, 10.1 lbs; Black
ASIN: B0H1QNJN8M
iBUYPOWER Scale (SCA5N5501) summary
iBUYPOWER Scale is a fine value Windows gaming computer released in 2025. It has the GeForce RTX 5050 GPU which is good for playing games. You can play older games on recommended settings, but using lower graphics settings you can run 50% of the games published this year. The computer has a great AMD CPU and decent memory for its price.
iBUYPOWER Scale Gaming PC Desktop AMD Ryzen 5 8400F CPU, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB GPU, 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, Windows 11 Home, Computer with Gamer Keyboard and Mouse - SCA5N5501
AMD Ryzen 5 8400F Processor (CPU), NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5050 8GB Graphics Card (GPU), 16GB DDR5 RGB 5200MHz (16x1) RAM (Memory), 1TB NVMe SSD (Storage), WiFi Ready, Windows 11 Home Official
Connectivity: 6 x USB 3.1 | 1x RJ-45 Network Ethernet 10/100/1000 | Audio: On board audio
Special Add-Ons: Tempered Glass RGB Gaming Case | 802.11AC Wi-Fi Included | 16 Color RGB Lighting Case | Free iBUYPOWER Gaming Keyboard & RGB Gaming Mouse | No Bloatware
ASIN: B0FMXY24Q1