Lenovo makes a surprising move by launching the first business PC with Snapdragon CPU
- Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is equipped with a Snapdragon X or Snapdragon X Plus CPU
- It offers up to 16 GB of RAM and has a small footprint
- However, I am surprised at the decision to offer USB 2.0 ports
Lenovo has introduced the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC, a compact desktop designed for SMBs looking for powerful performance and AI-driven productivity in a minimalist form factor.
Announced at CES 2025, this small 1-liter desktop is powered by the Snapdragon X and Snapdragon X Plus 8-core processors, bringing the latest Copilot+ PC features and advanced AI capabilities to small workspaces.
The ThinkCentre neo 50q QC is designed for multitasking and efficient data processing, with up to 45 TOPS dedicated to AI tasks, making it well-suited for AI-enabled workloads and business productivity tools. The Qualcomm Adreno GPU provides efficient graphics performance for everyday tasks, while up to 16 GB of LPDDR5x memory ensures smooth multitasking. Storage options include up to two SSDs, allowing for a potential capacity of 2TB.
Many ports
Measuring just 182.9 x 179 x 36.5 mm and weighing 1,113 kg, Lenovo says the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC fits seamlessly 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 back panel offers 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 concern for Lenovo, as it is for all PC manufacturers, and the ThinkCentre neo 50q QC features a thermal shell that contains 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 certified and EPEAT Gold registered.
Along with most of the other new products announced at CES this year, ThinkCentre neo 50q QC will be available for purchase from February 2025. It will have an expected starting price of $849.