Comparison of Lenovo ThinkCentre vs MSECORE Mini PC (MQ9)
Comparison of MSECORE Mini PC (MQ9) vs Lenovo ThinkCentre

Lenovo ThinkCentre vs MSECORE Mini PC (MQ9)

Comparison summary

  • For performance MSECORE Mini PC has a better performing processor. It also has more memory.
  • Lenovo ThinkCentre is cheaper.
  • Mini PC has a larger SSD for storage.
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Lenovo ThinkCentre

MSECORE Mini PC (MQ9)

2026 modelAMD CPU
2026 modelAMD CPU

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Lenovo ThinkCentreMSECORE Mini PC (MQ9)
Processor (CPU)?Central Processing Unit is the heart of a gaming PC and is responsible for running games.
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AMD Ryzen 7 250AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS
Memory (RAM)?Memory increases the general speed of a gaming PC.
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32gb64gb
Graphics card (GPU)?Graphics Processing Unit calculates 3D graphics and is essential for gaming and heavy programs.
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Radeon 780MRadeon 780M
Weight
-4.41 lbs (2 kg)
Size (length x width x height)
5.16 x 5.16 x 1.81 inches
(13.1 x 13.1 x 4.6 cm)
Operating system (OS)
Windows 11 ProWindows 11 Pro
Hard drives
1000gb SSD4000gb SSD
Release date
September 7, 2026May 13, 2026
Amazon.com List Price
$1,569.99$1,780.00
Amazon.com Lowest New Price
$1,569.99$1,780.00
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Lenovo ThinkCentre summary

Lenovo ThinkCentre is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top AMD processor, however a decent amount of memory for its price. The computer has the Radeon 780M graphics card that is underwhelming for gaming. You can play some games published this year using lower graphics settings, but you should check for games you want to run.

Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 55s Business Mini Desktop (AMD Ryzen 7 250, AMD Radeon 780M, 32GB DDR5, 1TB PCIe SSD, WiFi 6, Bluetooth 5.4, 200W PSU, RJ-45, 1 Display Port, Win 11 Pro) w/DKZ USB Port Expander

[Superior Machine] ; 802.11ax Wifi, Bluetooth 5.4, RJ-45, No, USB Keyboard, USB Mouse

[Powerful Performance] Zen 4 Gen Ryzen 7 250 3.30GHz Processor (upto 5.1 GHz, 16MB Cache, 8-Cores, 16-Threads, ); AMD Radeon 780M Integrated Graphics

[High Speed and Multitasking] 32GB DDR5 SODIMM; 200W PSU; Black Color

[Enormous Storage] 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD; 2 USB 2.0, 1 x HDMI 2.1, 1 Display Port, USB 3.2 Type-C, 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack, Windows 11 Pro-64, 1 Year Manufacturer warranty from GreatPriceTech (Professionally upgraded by GreatPriceTech)

[Includes] Authorized Dockztorm Portable USB Hub(Portable Dockztorm Data Hub;Data Rate up to 5Gbps)

ASIN: B0GTWWQD36

MSECORE Mini PC (MQ9) summary

MSECORE Mini PC is a gaming computer with Windows 11 Pro released in 2026. It doesn't come with the top AMD CPU, but a good amount of memory for its price. The computer has the Radeon 780M GPU which 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.

msecore Mini PC, 64G DDR5 RAM, 4T PCIE4.0 SSD, Ryzen 9 8945HS (8C/16T, Upto 5.2GHz), Radeon 780M Graphics, 2.5G LAN, 2*HDMI, 1*USB4.0, Triple Display, Wi-Fi 6e, VESA, Windows 11 Pro

【Comes with Powerful AMD Processor】This computer is equipped with AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS processor, 8 Cores 16 Threads, Base Clock 4.0GHz, Max. Boost Clock 5.2GHz. Support AI Engine Capabilities. Compatible with sound card, external graphics card, docking station. The default TDP is 35-54W. You could use it not only for daily work, watching movies, but also could use it for some light games, video editing, AI and complex tasks.

【RAM and Storage Expand】This desktop computer was preinstalled with 64G DDR5 RAM, 4T PCIE4.0 SSD, which can response more quickly than the PC with DDR4 RAM. There are two DDR5 RAM slots, support Max 64GB (32GB*2). And there is one M2 2280 SSD. We will install Windows 11 Pro operating system on the M2 2280 PCIE4.0 SSD by default.

【Triple Display】The mini computer has three video outputs: 2*HDMI, 1*USB-C. The integrated graphics is AMD Radeon 780M, has twelve Graphics Core. Graphics Frequency: 2800 MHz. It supports 4K output and supports to connect three monitors at the same time, press "Windows" + "P" to set the multi display.

【Dual LAN Support】This mini PC supports two LAN. One LAN is 1G Gigabit Ethernet, the other is 2.5G Gigabit Ethernet. Built-in WiFi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3. The wireless WiFi also supports Gigabit. You have more options to deploy network. There are two wireless antenna, you could install them on the mini PC to enhance the signal.

【Compact Design】 The product size is 131*131*46MM (5.2*5.2*1.8inch), and its weight (including the power brick) is no more than 2KG. It will not take too much space on the desktop and it is convenient to carry it out. You could use the VESA mount to hang the mini PC behind the monitor. We provide 2 years hardware warranty. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us, we will reply within 24 hours.

ASIN: B0FCLD7VHC

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