ThinkCentre M70a Gen 2 Last Modify Time: 2022-12-13 16:40:09

Overview

1.
Optical drive *
8.
DisplayPort
2.
Microphone mute button
9.
Power connector
3.
USB-C 3.2 Gen 2
10.
Serial or HDMI *
4.
1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 + 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
11.
Ethernet (RJ-45)
5.
Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
12.
3x USB 3.2 Gen 1
6.
Power button
13.
Kensington Security Slot
7.
Card reader *
Notes:
  • Items with * are only available on selected models

Performance

Processor

Processor Family

Intel® Celeron®, Intel Pentium®, 10th Generation Intel Core™ i3, or 11th Generation Intel Core i5 / i7 / i9 Processor

Processor**

Processor NameCoresThreadsBase FrequencyMax FrequencyCacheMemory SupportProcessor Graphics
Celeron G5905223.5GHz-4MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 610
Celeron G5925223.6GHz-4MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 610
Pentium Gold G6405244.1GHz-4MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 610
Pentium Gold G6505244.2GHz-4MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 630
Pentium Gold G6605244.3GHz-4MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 630
Core i3-10105483.7GHz4.4GHz6MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 630
Core i3-10305483.8GHz4.5GHz8MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 630
Core i3-10325483.9GHz4.7GHz8MBDDR4-2666Intel UHD Graphics 630
Core i5-114006122.6GHz4.4GHz12MBDDR4-3200Intel UHD Graphics 730
Core i5-115006122.7GHz4.6GHz12MBDDR4-3200Intel UHD Graphics 750
Core i7-117008162.5GHz4.9GHz16MBDDR4-3200Intel UHD Graphics 750
Core i5-116006122.8GHz4.8GHz12MBDDR4-3200Intel UHD Graphics 750
Core i9-119008162.5GHz5.2GHz16MBDDR4-3200Intel UHD Graphics 750

Operating System

Operating System**[1]

  • Windows® 11 Pro
  • Windows 11 Home
  • Windows 11 Home Single Language
  • Windows 11 DG Windows 10 Pro 64
  • Windows 10 Pro 64
  • Windows 10 Home 64
  • Windows 10 Home 64 Single Language
  • Windows 10 IoT Enterprise
  • Ubuntu Linux
  • No operating system

Notes:
  • Some features may not be supported on the system with Linux preload, including but not limited to Intel RST RAID, Human Presence Detection, etc.

Graphics

Graphics**[1]

GraphicsTypeMemoryConnectorMax ResolutionKey Features
Intel UHD graphics 610IntegratedShared1x DP 1.4b, 1x optional HDMI® 2.14096x2304@60Hz(DP), 4096x2160@60Hz(HDMI)DirectX® 12
Intel UHD graphics 630IntegratedShared1x DP 1.4b, 1x optional HDMI 2.14096x2304@60Hz(DP), 4096x2160@60Hz(HDMI)DirectX 12
Intel UHD graphics 730IntegratedShared1x DP 1.4b, 1x optional HDMI 2.14096x2304@60Hz(DP), 4096x2160@60Hz(HDMI)DirectX 12
Intel UHD graphics 750IntegratedShared1x DP 1.4b, 1x optional HDMI 2.14096x2304@60Hz(DP), 4096x2160@60Hz(HDMI)DirectX 12

Notes:
  • The information of integrated graphics are not applicable for the models with processor which has no integrated graphics inside (for the details, please refer to processor section)

Monitor Support

Monitor Support

Supports up to 3 independent displays via native display and 2 external monitor; supports external monitors via DisplayPort™ and optional HDMI

Chipset

Chipset

Intel B560 chipset

Memory

Max Memory[1]

Up to 64GB DDR4-3200

Memory Slots

Two DDR4 SO-DIMM slots, dual-channel capable

Memory Type**[2]

  • DDR4-2666
  • DDR4-3200

Notes:
  • The max memory is based on the test results with current Lenovo® memory offerings. The system may support more memory as the technology develops.
  • Installed memory is actually 3200MHz, but may run at 2666MHz, 2933 MHz or 3200MHz depending on the memory support capability of processor

Storage

Storage Support[1]

Up to two drives, 1x 2.5" HDD + 1x M.2 SSD • 2.5" HDD up to 2TB • M.2 SSD up to 1TB

Storage Type***

Disk TypeInterfaceRPMSecurity
2.5" SATA HDDSATA 6Gb/s5.4K-
2.5" SATA HDDSATA 6Gb/s7.2K-
M.2 2242 SSDPCIe® NVMe®, PCIe 3.0 x4--
M.2 2280 SSDPCIe NVMe, PCIe 3.0 x4-Opal

RAID

No support

Notes:
  • The storage capacity supported is based on the test results with current Lenovo storage offerings. The system may support larger storage as the technology develops.

Removable Storage

Optical**

  • DVD-ROM, SATA 1.5Gb/s, slim (9.0mm)
  • DVD burner (DVD±RW), SATA 1.5Gb/s, slim (9.0mm)
  • None

Card Reader

  • 3-in-1 card reader
  • No card reader

Multi-Media

Audio Chip

High Definition (HD) Audio, Realtek® ALC233 codec

Speakers

Stereo speakers, 2W x2, Dolby® Atmos®

Microphone

  • Dual-microphone array
  • No microphone

Camera**

  • FHD 1080p, with ThinkShutter (physical switch on/off)
  • FHD 1080p + IR, with ThinkShutter (physical switch on/off), Windows Hello support
  • No camera

Power Supply

Power Supply**

PowerTypeEfficiencyKey Features
135WAdapter89%Autosensing
170WAdapter89%Autosensing

Design

Display

Display**[1][2]

SizeResolutionTouchTypeBrightnessSurfaceAspect RatioContrast RatioColor GamutViewing Angle (L/R/U/D)Key Features
21.5"FHD (1920x1080)NoneIPS250 nitsAnti-glare16:91000:172% NTSChorizontal: +/- 89°, vertical: +/- 89°Borderless design (88% screen to body ratio), support low blue light mode
21.5"FHD (1920x1080)Multi-touchIPS250 nitsAnti-glare16:91000:172% NTSChorizontal: +/- 89°, vertical: +/- 89°Borderless design (88% screen to body ratio), support low blue light mode

Touchscreen

  • Advanced In-cell Touch (AIT), supports 10-point touch
  • Non-touch

Notes:
  • California Electronic Waste Recycling Fee In California USA, per state law, Lenovo charges an electronic waste recycling fee on this covered device at the time of sale of the product. For more information, please go to https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Electronics/Consumer
  • IPS (in-plane switching) technology may refer to IPS, PLS, ADS, AHVA, AAS

Input Device

Keyboard**

  • Lenovo Calliope Keyboard (USB connector), black
  • Lenovo Calliope Wireless Keyboard (2.4GHz via USB receiver), black
  • Lenovo Traditional Keyboard (USB connector), black
  • No keyboard

Mouse**

  • Lenovo Calliope Mouse (USB connector), black
  • Lenovo Calliope Wireless Mouse (2.4GHz via USB receiver), black
  • Lenovo Fingerprint Mouse (USB connector), Windows Hello support, black
  • No mouse

Mechanical

Buttons

  • Power button
  • Microphone mute button

Form Factor

AIO (21.5 inches)

Dimensions (WxDxH)[1]

490.1 x 55.6 x 312.3 mm (19.3 x 2.2 x 12.3 inches), no stand, with ODD, with camera

Weight[2]

8.1 kg (17.9 lbs) at maximum configuration

Case Color

Black

Bays

  • 1x 2.5" disk bay
  • 1x slim ODD bay

Expansion Slots

Two M.2 slots (one for WLAN, one for SSD)

EOU

Toolless cover and stand assembly / removal

Stand**

  • Full function monitor stand, supports -5° to +30° tilt, up to 80mm lift
  • UltraFlex IV stand, supports -5° to +70° tilt, up to 164mm lift (flat mode) / up to 115mm lift (vertical mode)
  • No stand

Mounting

Supports VESA mount 100mm

Others

Supports Smart Power On

Notes:
  • The system dimensions may vary depending on configurations.
  • The system weight is approximate and based on results in Lenovo lab, which varies depending on the source of component, variance of the distribution of each component, and manufacturing process. It may not be the exact weight for each specific model.

Connectivity

Network

Onboard Ethernet

One gigabit Ethernet, Realtek RTL8111K, 1x RJ-45, supports Wake-on-LAN

Optional Ethernet

No optional Ethernet

WLAN + Bluetooth®**[1]

  • Realtek RTL8822CE, 802.11ac Dual Band 2x2 Wi-Fi® + Bluetooth 5.0, M.2 card
  • Intel Wireless-AC 9560, 802.11ac Dual Band 2x2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.1, M.2 card
  • Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201, 802.11ax 2x2 Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5.1, M.2 Card
  • No WLAN and Bluetooth

Notes:
  • Bluetooth 5.2 is hardware ready but may run at a lower version due to OS limitations.

Ports[1]

Rear Ports[2]

  • 1x DisplayPort
  • 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • 1x Ethernet (RJ-45)

Optional Rear Ports**

  • 1x HDMI
  • 1x serial

Right Ports

  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2
  • 1x USB-C® 3.2 Gen 2 (support data transfer and 5V@3A charging)
  • 1x headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)

Optional Right Ports

1x card reader

Notes:
  • The transfer speed of following ports will vary and, depending on many factors, such as the processing speed of the host device, file attributes and other factors related to system configuration and your operating environment, will be slower than theoretical speed. USB 2.0: 480 Mbit/s; USB 3.2 Gen 1 (SuperSpeed USB 5Gbps, formerly USB 3.0 / USB 3.1 Gen 1): 5 Gbit/s; USB 3.2 Gen 2 (SuperSpeed USB 10Gbps, formerly USB 3.1 Gen 2): 10 Gbit/s; USB4® 20Gbps / USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 (SuperSpeed USB 20Gbps): 20 Gbit/s; USB4 40Gbps (USB 40Gbps): 40 Gbit/s; Thunderbolt™ 3/4: 40 Gbit/s
  • For video ports on discrete graphics, please see graphics section

Monitor Cable

Monitor Cable***

  • DP to VGA dongle
  • DP to dual DP dongle
  • DP to DVI-D dongle
  • DP to HDMI 1.4 dongle
  • No monitor cable

Security & Privacy

Security

Security Chip

Discrete TPM 2.0, TCG certified

Physical Locks

Kensington® Security Slot™, 3 x 7 mm

Chassis Intrusion Switch

  • Chassis intrusion switch
  • No chassis intrusion switch

Fingerprint Reader

  • Touch style fingerprint reader on mouse
  • No fingerprint reader

Other Security

(Optional) ThinkShutter camera cover

BIOS Security

  • Administrator password
  • Power-on password
  • Hard disk password
  • Boot sequence control
  • Boot without keyboard and mouse
  • Self-healing BIOS
  • Smart USB protection (allows keyboard / mouse only, blocks all storage devices)
  • Individual USB port disablement

Manageability

System Management

System Management

Non-vPro®

Service

Warranty[1]

Base Warranty**

  • 1-year courier or carry-in service
  • 1-year limited onsite service
  • 3-year limited onsite service
  • No base warranty

Notes:

Environmental

Operating Environment

Temperature

  • Operating: 5°C (41°F) to 35°C (95°F)
  • Storage: -20°C (-4°F) to 60°C (140°F)

Humidity

Operating: 20% to 80%

Altitude

  • Operating: 0 m (0 ft) to 3048 m (10,000 ft)
  • Storage: 0 m (0 ft) to 12192 m (40,000 ft)

Certifications

Green Certifications[1]

Green Certifications

  • EPEAT™ Silver
  • ENERGY STAR® 8.0
  • ErP Lot 3
  • TCO Certified 8.0
  • TCO edge
  • RoHS compliant

Notes:
  • The items listed under the "Green Certifications" section may not only refer to certification but also registration or self-declaration.

Other Certifications

Other Certifications

  • (Optional) TÜV Rheinland® Ultra Low Noise
  • TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification
  • TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light

Mil-Spec Test

MIL-STD-810H military test passed (Low Pressure [Altitude], High Temperature, Low Temperature, Temperature Shock, Humidity, Sand and Dust, Vibration, Shock, Fungus, Solar Radiation)
  • Feature with ** means that only one offering listed under the feature is configured on selected models.
  • Feature with *** means that one or more offerings listed under the feature could be configured on selected models.
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