Lenovo has unveiled its latest offering in the mini PC market, the ThinkCentre Neo Ultra, designed to provide top-tier performance in a compact form factor. It is now up for purchase in China on JD.com. Let’s check out its key specs.
ThinkCentre Neo Ultra Specifications
The ThinkCentre Neo Ultra mini PC boasts impressive hardware, including options for the 14th Generation Intel Core i5-14500, i7-14700, and a forthcoming i9-14900 variant.
These processors deliver exceptional multitasking and high-performance capabilities, with the i7-14700 featuring up to 20 cores and 28 threads, and the i9-14900 packing 24 cores and 32 threads. These processors operate with a turbo boost clock speed of up to 5.8 GHz, making them ideal for complex computational tasks.
The system is paired with 32GB of DDR5 RAM and a 1TB M.2 PCIe Gen4 SSD for fast data access and ample storage. It also includes an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060 GPU running at 115W full power with 8GB GDDR6 VRAM, enabling seamless 3D rendering, ray tracing, and high-performance gaming.
For cooling and efficiency, it sports ICE 7.0 thermal management, featuring advanced turbine fans and triple-layer ice blades for effective heat dissipation. This cooling system maintains low noise levels while offering a 5% improvement in thermal performance over its predecessor.
For AI-intensive tasks, the Neo Ultra takes advantage of hybrid compute architecture, combining the power of the CPU with an optional independent Neural Processing Unit (NPU), delivering up to 30 TOPS of AI-specific compute power. This enables real-time processing of AI workloads, such as data analysis, local AI inference, and smart applications.
The device boasts a compact CNC-machined aluminum chassis with a built-in 350W power supply, offering durability and excellent thermal conductivity. It is loaded with multiple connectivity options, including USB 3.2, Type-C, HDMI 2.1, DP 1.4, and Wi-Fi 6E for seamless integration into any workflow. It supports up to 7 independent display outputs for multitasking efficiency.
Out of the box, the Neo Ultra runs on Windows 11 Home and comes pre-installed with Microsoft Office 2021.
Pricing and Availability
The Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo Ultra mini PC is now available for purchase on JD.com. Pricing starts at 12,986 yuan ($1,784) for the i5-14500 variant, while the i7-14700 version is priced at 15,499 yuan ($2,130).
In related news, Aoostar has introduced the Gem 12 Pro Max gaming mini PC, powered by the AMD Ryzen 7 8845HS processor and equipped with OCuLink connectivity for enhanced performance and expandability. Additionally, Aoostar has unveiled the Godx mini PC, featuring the high-performance AMD Ryzen 9 6900HX processor paired with a Radeon RX 6600 LE GPU.
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