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Lenovo 11MQ002HUS-4228-242862 ThinkCentre M90q Mini Desktop i5 16GB 2TB

UHDi5-1150016GB DDR42TB HDD135W

A tiny business desktop with an Intel Core i5, 16GB RAM, and 2TB storage — ready to work with Windows 11 Pro and MS 365 included.

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Overview

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 is a mini desktop built for business environments where space is limited but reliable performance is non-negotiable. Powered by an Intel Core i5-11500 processor with 6 cores and 12 threads boosting up to 4.6GHz, and equipped with 16GB of DDR4 RAM, it handles typical office workloads — from spreadsheets and presentations to video conferencing and browser-heavy multitasking — without breaking a sweat. Its 1-liter form factor means it can sit unobtrusively on a desk, tuck behind a monitor, or mount under a conference table.

Connectivity is a strong suit for a machine this small: Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.1, Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.2 Gen 1 and Gen 2 Type-C ports, and triple display outputs via HDMI and dual DisplayPort give it the versatility expected from enterprise hardware. The 2TB HDD provides generous storage for large file archives, though users accustomed to SSD-equipped machines will notice slower boot and load times. The bundle includes Windows 11 Pro for enterprise management features and a Microsoft 365 Personal subscription, making it a turnkey solution for small business and corporate deployments alike.

Key Features

Wi-Fi 6 AX201 Wifi, Bluetooth 5.1, Ethernet LAN (RJ-45), No Webcam, USB Keyboard, .

Intel Core i5-11500 Hexa Core 11th Gen Intel Core i5-11500 2.70GHz Processor (upto 4.6 GHz, 12MB Cache, 6-Core , 12-Threads, ) ; Intel UHD 750 Integrated Graphics, .

16GB DDR4 SODIMM; 135W Power Supply; Black Color, .

2TB HDD; 2 USB 3.2 Gen1, 1 HDMI, 2 Display Port (DP), USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2, No Optical Drive, Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack., Windows 11 Pro-64.,

Includes Microsoft 365 Personal 1 Year Subscription for 1 User

Specifications

Processor
Intel Core i5-11500 2.70GHz (up to 4.6 GHz, 12MB Cache, 6 Cores, 12 Threads)
Memory
16GB DDR4 SO-DIMM
Storage
2TB HDD
Graphics
Intel UHD 750 Integrated
Operating System
Windows 11 Pro 64-bit
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6 AX201, Bluetooth 5.1
Networking
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45)
Ports
2x USB 3.2 Gen 1, 1x HDMI, 2x DisplayPort, 1x USB 3.2 Type-C Gen 2, Headphone/Mic Combo
Power Supply
135W
Color
Black
Included
MS 365 Personal, Hub

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Extremely compact mini form factor saves significant desk space and supports VESA mounting
  • 16GB RAM and a 6-core i5-11500 processor handle business multitasking and productivity workloads well
  • Includes Windows 11 Pro, MS 365 Personal subscription, and a hub — reducing out-of-box setup costs
  • Three video outputs (HDMI, 2x DisplayPort) support multi-monitor configurations without an adapter
  • Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.1 provide modern wireless connectivity alongside wired Ethernet

👎 Cons

  • 2TB HDD is significantly slower than an SSD for boot times, application launches, and file access
  • Integrated Intel UHD 750 graphics are not suitable for GPU-intensive tasks or gaming
  • The mini form factor limits internal expansion and upgrade options
  • No dedicated graphics card option restricts use for creative or compute-heavy workloads

Frequently Asked Questions

It uses an Intel Core i5-11500 with 6 cores and 12 threads, a base clock of 2.70GHz that boosts up to 4.6GHz, and 12MB of cache.
Yes, it includes 1 HDMI port and 2 DisplayPort outputs, so you can drive up to three external displays simultaneously.
It comes pre-installed with Windows 11 Pro 64-bit and includes a Microsoft 365 Personal subscription and a hub accessory.
The M90q is a mini (1-liter class) desktop form factor, designed to fit in tight workspaces or be mounted behind a monitor with an optional VESA bracket.
This configuration includes a 2TB HDD (traditional hard drive), which provides large storage capacity but slower read/write speeds compared to an SSD.