Framework Desktop DIY Edition vs Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

Framework Desktop shown from the front with its black side panel and modular front tiles
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny standing vertically, viewed from the front-left
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Framework Desktop DIY Edition

DIY Edition, Ryzen AI Max+ 395, 128GB LPDDR5X, no storage, no operating system

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Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

13AC002JUS: Core Ultra 7 265T, 32GB DDR5-5600, 1TB PCIe 4.0 Opal SSD, Windows 11 Pro

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1Is it fast for normal work?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Geekbench 6 single-core 2876 points
  • Business configuration Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Geekbench 6 single-core Not available
  • Business configuration 20 cores / 32GB

2Can it handle sustained work?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Geekbench 6 multi-core 16987 points
  • Cinebench R23 multi-core 35000 points
  • Cinebench 2024 multi-core Not available
  • Exact sustained limit unknown Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Geekbench 6 multi-core Not available
  • Cinebench R23 multi-core Not available
  • Cinebench 2024 multi-core 1244 points
  • Exact sustained limit unknown Not independently tested

3Can it game?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Cyberpunk 2077 on Bazzite 78.44 fps
  • Cyberpunk 2077 on Windows 92.71 fps
  • Integrated graphics Not available
  • PCIe expansion caveat Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Cyberpunk 2077 on Bazzite Not available
  • Cyberpunk 2077 on Windows Not available
  • Integrated graphics Integrated Intel Graphics
  • PCIe expansion caveat Low-profile PCIe x8

4Is it loud or hot?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Cyberpunk peak temperature 60 C
  • Fan behavior Quiet in the reviewer's room
  • Cinebench load noise Not available
  • Reviewer conclusion Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Cyberpunk peak temperature Not available
  • Fan behavior Not available
  • Cinebench load noise 43 dB(A)
  • Reviewer conclusion Load fan criticized

5How much electricity does it use?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Cyberpunk system power 100 W
  • Idle wall power Not available
  • Full-load wall power Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Cyberpunk system power Not available
  • Idle wall power 6 W
  • Full-load wall power 123 W

6Can I upgrade and connect everything?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Memory is upgradeable No
  • Storage is upgradeable Yes
  • Thunderbolt is present No
  • Standard parts and expansion 2x M.2; standard board, PSU, and fan formats
  • Memory and storage Not available
  • Native I/O Not available
  • Service documentation Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Memory is upgradeable Yes
  • Storage is upgradeable Not available
  • Thunderbolt is present Not available
  • Standard parts and expansion Not available
  • Memory and storage 2 SO-DIMM / 3 M.2
  • Native I/O 7 USB / GbE / Wi-Fi 6E
  • Service documentation Official service guides

7Is it good value?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Current DIY system price $3,449 before required build selections
  • Exact-SKU price Not available
  • Amazon availability Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Current DIY system price Not available
  • Exact-SKU price $2,376.36
  • Amazon availability No exact ASIN verified

8Will it be dependable?

Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Limited warranty 1 year included
  • Replaceable components Modular except CPU and memory
  • Onsite warranty Not available
  • Business security Not available
  • No long-term exact-unit record Not available

Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Limited warranty Not available
  • Replaceable components Not available
  • Onsite warranty 1-year onsite
  • Business security vPro / dTPM 2.0
  • No long-term exact-unit record Long-term data unavailable

References

  1. Framework. Framework Desktop. Product page. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Framework Desktop with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128GB LPDDR5X-8000

    Disclosure: Manufacturer product overview and specifications.

  2. Framework. Configure Framework Desktop DIY Edition (AMD Ryzen AI Max 300 Series). Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: Max+ 395 - 128GB; no primary storage; no secondary storage; no operating system

    Disclosure: Manufacturer configuration options, current price, availability, and warranty selection.

  3. Level1Techs. Framework Desktop Tested: 128gb AI Max+ for Gaming, AI and More. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Ryzen AI Max+ 395, Radeon 8060S, 128GB LPDDR5X, reviewer-installed storage and operating systems

    Disclosure: The reviewer says Framework sent the early sample. No product-specific sponsorship or affiliate disclosure was found in the description.

  4. Salem Techsperts. Framework Desktop Teardown and Review: A Powerful, Efficient, AI Gaming PC That's Worth Every Penny. Video review. . Accessed .

    Configuration: Ryzen AI Max+ 395, Radeon 8060S, 128GB LPDDR5X, reviewer-installed storage, Bazzite and Windows 11 Pro

    Disclosure: The description states Framework supplied the press kit; the reviewer says the sample had to be returned and Framework did not pay for the review. The description links an Amazon storefront.

  5. Lenovo. ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Intel) - 13AC002JUS. Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: 13AC002JUS: Core Ultra 7 265T vPro, integrated Intel Graphics, 32GB DDR5-5600, 1TB PCIe 4.0 TLC Opal SSD, Windows 11 Pro, AX211 Wi-Fi 6E, 135W adapter

    Disclosure: Manufacturer exact-SKU specifications, live US price, warranty, and official product gallery. Manufacturer performance claims are not treated as measurements.

  6. Lenovo PSREF. ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Product Specifications Reference. Product page. . Accessed .

    Configuration: M90q Gen 6 family specification covering Core Ultra 200 desktop processors, integrated or optional Arc A310 graphics, two SO-DIMMs, three M.2 SSDs, and optional rear modules

    Disclosure: Manufacturer family specification. Optional features are not attributed to 13AC002JUS unless the exact-SKU page confirms them.

  7. ComputerBase. Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 im Test: Lenovos Mini-PC für Desktop-CPUs ist schnell und flexibel. Product page. . Accessed .

    Configuration: M90q Gen 6 Tiny with Core Ultra 5 245, 32GB DDR5-5600, 135W adapter, Windows 11; exact storage model not used here

    Disclosure: Lenovo loaned the review unit. ComputerBase states that Lenovo had no influence, there was no publication obligation or NDA, and the article contains marked affiliate links.

  8. Lenovo Support. Hardware Maintenance Manual - ThinkCentre M70q Gen 6 and ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6. Product page. Accessed .

    Configuration: M70q Gen 6 and M90q Gen 6 service procedures and replaceable components

    Disclosure: Manufacturer service manual used only for repairability and component-access documentation.

  9. Newegg / Lenovo storefront. Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny Desktop 13AC002JUS. Product page. . Accessed .

    Configuration: 13AC002JUS: Core Ultra 7 265T vPro, 32GB DDR5-5600, 1TB PCIe 4.0 TLC Opal SSD, integrated graphics, Windows 11 Pro

    Disclosure: Exact-SKU US price and configuration check. The listing was sold and shipped by Lenovo and had no customer reviews when checked.

Value for money

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Specification differences

Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications

Higher listed specifications for Framework Desktop DIY Edition

  • Supports 64 GB more memory

Higher listed specifications for Lenovo ThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)

  • Provides 3 storage slots versus 2
  • Uses a smaller 1.19 liter enclosure
  • Has a manufacturer list price about $1,073 lower

Verified specifications

Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status

Processor

SpecificationDesktop DIY EditionThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)
CPUAMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395Intel Core Ultra 7 265T with vPro
Cores / threads16 / 3220 / 20
Processor default TDPNot disclosed35 W
Integrated graphicsAMD Radeon 8060S integrated graphics, 40 compute units up to 2.9GHzIntegrated Intel Graphics

Memory and storage

SpecificationDesktop DIY EditionThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)
Memory typeLPDDR5X-8000 onboardDDR5-5600 SO-DIMM
Maximum memory128 GB64 GB
Upgradeable memoryNoYes
Storage slots23

Connectivity

SpecificationDesktop DIY EditionThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)
Ethernet5GbEIntel I219-LM Gigabit Ethernet with Wake-on-LAN
WirelessWi-Fi 7Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX211 2x2 with vPro and Bluetooth 5.3
USB4YesNo
ThunderboltNoNo

Size and price

SpecificationDesktop DIY EditionThinkCentre M90q Gen 6 Tiny (Core Ultra 7 265T)
Enclosure volume4.5 liters1.19 liters
List price$3,449$2,376
Product classRepairable local-AI workstationManaged office fleets and compact systems that need unusually broad internal expansion