Description
Tiny footprint. Big performer.
The second generation of the ThinkCentre M90q tiny desktop delivers powerful, enterprise-level performance and security in a legendary one-liter footprint. Featuring up to Intel® Core™ i9 vPro® processors, this PC supports up to three displays and includes proactive and convenient manageability with the vPro® platform. ThinkShield solutions keep this device secure both inside and out, while ultraflexible mounting options ensure it’s ideal and convenient for any workspace.
Productivity partnership
ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 tiny desktop boosts productivity with features that focus on convenience. For example, a simple keyboard shortcut turns on the system without having to touch the power button—especially useful when the device is mounted out of sight. Modern Standby ensures that your PC stays up-to-date, even during sleep mode, and it wakes within one second. Additionally, this Tiny can power up to as many as three displays.
Easy upgrades
With expansion slots and add-ons, the ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 PC is designed to grow with your business. Add graphics cards to support industry-specific imaging equipment, connect to legacy peripherals—the possibilities are endless. This tiny device is easy to deploy, upgrade, and manage thanks to features like built-in driver support for older OS versions and a PCIe add-on slot. Additionally, toolless access to the SSD and memory module make expansion and maintenance fast and efficient.
Safeguards your data & your device
ThinkShield, our comprehensive end-to-end security solution, combines industry-leading hardware, software, and services to protect your ideas and your business. The ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 PC includes features like a self-healing BIOS that restores your system to an earlier state if it becomes corrupted. Trusted Platform Module (TPM) encrypts your data and your passwords. Smart USB protection ensures nothing gets copied from or to your system. Plus, you can customize additional security features to meet your business needs.
So tiny it fits anywhere—& looks great
The compact one-liter ThinkCentre M90q Gen 2 desktop addresses shrinking workspaces. With its sleek design and modern lines, this tiny PC fits seamlessly into modern offices, healthcare or finance organizations, or retail environments. You can position it vertically or horizontally, and with flexible VESA mounting options, it can be easily stowed out of sight. Or bundle it with a tiny-in-one (TIO) to create a modular desktop with a monitor.
| Feature |
Feature Value |
| Processor family |
Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor manufacturer |
Intel |
| Processor model |
i5-11500T |
| Processor frequency |
1.5 GHz |
| Processor generation |
11th gen Intel® Core™ i5 |
| Processor cores |
6 |
| Processor threads |
12 |
| Processor boost frequency |
3.9 GHz |
| Processor cache |
12 MB |
| Processor cache type |
Smart Cache |
| Number of processors installed |
1 |
| Internal memory |
8 GB |
| Maximum internal memory |
64 GB |
| Internal memory type |
DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory layout (slots x size) |
1 x 8 GB |
| Memory slots |
2x SO-DIMM |
| Memory clock speed |
2666 MHz |
| Memory channels |
Dual-channel |
| Total storage capacity |
256 GB |
| Optical drive type |
No |
| Storage media |
SSD |
| Number of storage drives installed |
1 |
| Total SSDs capacity |
256 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed |
1 |
| SSD capacity |
256 GB |
| SSD interface |
PCI Express 3.0 |
| NVMe |
Yes |
| SSD form factor |
M.2 |
| Card reader integrated |
No |
| Discrete graphics card |
No |
| On-board graphics card |
Yes |
| Discrete graphics card model |
Not available |
| On-board graphics card model |
Intel UHD Graphics 750 |
| On-board GPU manufacturer |
Intel |
| On-board graphics card family |
Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory |
64 GB |
| Ethernet LAN |
Yes |
| Wi-Fi |
Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Cabling technology |
10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Top Wi-Fi standard |
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Wi-Fi standards |
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| WLAN controller manufacturer |
Intel |
| WLAN controller model |
Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201 |
| Antenna type |
2×2 |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| Bluetooth version |
5.1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
6 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity |
3 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity |
1 |
| HDMI ports quantity |
1 |
| DisplayPorts quantity |
1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports |
1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port |
Yes |
| Chassis type |
Mini PC |
| Product colour |
Black |
| Volume |
1 L |
| Placement supported |
Horizontal/Vertical |
| VESA mounting |
Yes |
| Cable lock slot |
Yes |
| Cable lock slot type |
Kensington |
| Viewing window |
No |
| Product type |
Mini PC |
| Motherboard chipset |
Intel Q570 |
| Audio chip |
Realtek ALC233VB |
| Audio system |
High Definition Audio |
| Built-in speaker(s) |
Yes |
| Number of speakers |
1 |
| Password protection |
Yes |
| Password protection type |
HDD, Power on, Supervisor |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) |
Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version |
2.0 |
| Operating system installed |
Windows 11 Pro |
| Operating system architecture |
64-bit |
| Operating system language |
English |
| Recovery operating system |
Windows 10 Pro |
| Power supply |
135 W |
| Compliance certificates |
RoHS |
| Certification |
MIL-STD-810H |
| Sustainability certificates |
ENERGY STAR, EPEAT Gold |
| Width |
179 mm |
| Depth |
182.9 mm |
| Height |
36.5 mm |
| Weight |
1.25 kg |
| Display included |
No |
| Mouse included |
Yes |
| Mouse connectivity |
Wired |
| Keyboard included |
Yes |
| Keyboard connectivity |
Wired |
