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Compact black small-form-factor desktop tower with USB keyboard and mouse

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkCentre M720s SFF desktop PC i5-8500 16 GB 256 GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-EBX8-JP1Y2

Compact business desktop with 8th-generation hexa-core i5, 16 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
  • Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
  • UsageConsumer
  • ColorBlack
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5-8500 Processor (Hexa Core, 9MB, up to 4.1GHz,
  • Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
  • Hexa-core i5-8500 up to 4.1 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 11 Pro quickly
  • Compact SFF chassis fits tight workspaces
  • USB keyboard and mouse included for immediate setup

Compact business desktop

The Lenovo ThinkCentre M720s is a small-form-factor desktop built for office environments that need reliable everyday performance. An 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8500 hexa-core processor running at 3.0 GHz with a 4.1 GHz turbo handles standard productivity workloads. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB 2.5-inch SSD provide responsive multitasking and fast boot times. Windows 11 Pro comes pre-installed with a USB keyboard and mouse included.

Thermals noise and power

The 65-watt processor stays within a modest thermal envelope suited to the compact chassis. Intel UHD Graphics 630 handles display output without adding a discrete card, keeping power draw and fan noise low during typical office tasks. The SFF case relies on internal airflow rather than large coolers, so the system runs quietly at idle and under light load. A DVD-ROM drive is fitted for legacy media access.

Upgrade path and limits

This unit replaces older tower desktops where desk space is at a premium and maintenance must stay simple. The 256 GB SSD and 16 GB DDR4 cover most general business needs, but the board supports up to 32 GB of memory for heavier workloads. Buyers who need discrete graphics, multiple high-capacity drives or workstation-class compute should look at larger form factors.

Highlights

  • Hexa-core i5-8500 up to 4.1 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 256 GB SSD boots Windows 11 Pro quickly
  • Compact SFF chassis fits tight workspaces
  • USB keyboard and mouse included for immediate setup

Specifications

BrandIBM
SeriesThinkCentre
Model10ST002FUS
Part NumberM720s
TypeBusiness Desktops & Workstations
Form FactorDIMM 240-pin
UsageConsumer
ColorBlack
ProcessorIntel Core i5-8500 Processor (Hexa Core, 9MB, up to 4.1GHz, 65W)
Processor Main Features64 bit Quad-Core Processor
Memory16 GB DDR4 UDIMM
Storage2.5" 256 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
Optical Drive 2DVD-ROM
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics
Wireless CardUSB Dongle 5Ghz Capable
MonitorMonitor not included
CaseSFF
KeyboardUSB
MouseUSB
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
Windows 11Ready
ChipsetIntel B360
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Installed Qty1
Max Supported Qty1
CPU Name3.00GHz
GPU/VGA TypeIntel UHD Graphics 630
Graphics InterfaceIntegrated video
Memory Capacity16GB DDR4
Memory SpeedDDR4
Memory Slot (Total)4
Memory Slot (Available)0
Memory Slots (Available/Total)0/4
Maximum Memory Supported32 GB
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec2.5" 256 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
Optical Drive TypeDVD
Optical Drive SpecSlim
Optical Drive FeaturesSlim
Optical Drive 2 TypeDVD
Screen SizeNo Screen
TouchscreenNo
Audio ChipsetIntegrated
LAN ChipsetIntegrated
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
BluetoothUSB Dongle
Front USB2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2, 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1, 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C (15W charging)
Front Audio Ports1
PS/22
Video Ports1 VGA, 2 Display Ports
Rear USB4
RJ451 port
Rear Audio Ports1 port
Keyboard TypeUSB Keyboard
Mouse TypeUSB Mouse
Dimensions (H x W x D)13.52" x 3.64" x 11.44"
Weight13

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.5" 256 GB SSD in the SFF case?

Mount the 2.5-inch drive into the dedicated internal bracket and connect the data and power cables; the step often missed is securing the bracket screw before sliding the chassis cover back on.

Which components will need replacement or upgrade after a few years?

The 16 GB DDR4 UDIMM can be expanded to 32 GB using the two DIMM slots, and the 256 GB SSD can be supplemented with an M.2 drive for additional storage.

What limit appears first during sustained workloads on the i5-8500?

The 65 W processor thermal design power means the compact SFF cooler reaches its capacity before the hexa-core hits 4.10 GHz for extended periods.

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