- Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC comes equipped with Snapdragon
- It offers up to 16 GB of RAM and takes up little space.
- However, I am baffled by the decision to offer USB 2.0 ports.
Lenovo has introduced the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC, a compact desktop computer designed for SMBs looking for powerful performance and AI-powered productivity in a minimalist form factor.
Announced at CES 2025, this small 1L desktop features 8-core Snapdragon
The ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is designed to multitask and handle data efficiently, with up to 45 TOPS dedicated to AI tasks, making it ideal for AI-assisted workloads and enterprise productivity tools. Its Qualcomm Adreno GPU provides efficient graphics performance for everyday tasks, while up to 16GB of LPDDR5x memory ensures smooth multitasking. Storage options include up to two SSDs, allowing for a potential capacity of 2TB.
many ports
Measuring just 7.2 x 7.05 x 1.44 inches (182.9 x 179 x 36.5 mm) and weighing 2.45 pounds (1,113 kg), Lenovo says the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC It will fit perfectly into any professional workspace.
Despite its small size, the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC offers a decent selection of ports. The front panel includes a USB 3.2 Gen 2, a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, and a combo audio jack.
The rear panel provides two additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two USB 2.0 ports (no, I don’t know why either), HDMI 2.1 TMDS, DisplayPort 1.4a, and an RJ-45 Ethernet port. Wireless connectivity is provided in the form of Wi-Fi 6E.
Sustainability is a key focus for Lenovo, as it is for all PC manufacturers, and the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC has a thermal case that incorporates 60% recycled plastic. 30% Ocean Bound plastic is used in both the thermal shell and system bag. The device is also TCO certified, ENERGY STAR qualified, and EPEAT Gold registered.
Along with most of the other new products announced at this year’s CES, the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC will be available for purchase starting in February 2025. It will have an expected starting price of $849.
