Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6 vs MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 512GB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / silver chassis / US power cord; included OS unconfirmed
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1Is it fast for normal work?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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2Can it handle sustained work?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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3Can it game?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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4Is it loud or hot?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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5How much electricity does it use?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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6Can I upgrade and connect everything?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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SSD is exposed beside the fan
Sai IT’s opened Gen 6 shows the M.2 SSD beside the fan assembly, accessible without removing that assembly. The video uses Australian model 13HR002FAU with a different wireless adapter from this US configuration.
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USB-C monitor power did not work in one test Not available
MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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Memory is upgradeable No
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Storage is upgradeable Yes
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SSD is exposed beside the fan Not available
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USB-C monitor power did not work in one test
Robtech reported that his M2 Pro briefly powered on and then shut down when powered from his USB-C test monitor. The manufacturer advertises USB-C power input, but this result does not establish compatibility with every monitor, cable or power supply.
Robtech · 2:38
7Is it good value?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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8Will it be dependable?
Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
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MINISFORUM M2 Pro
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References
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Lenovo PSREF. ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6 13HR002KUS specifications. Product page. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra 5 226V / 16GB LPDDR5X / 512GB SSD / Windows 11 Pro
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Sai IT Pty Ltd. Lenovo ThinkCentre Neo 50q Gen6 Tiny PC Unboxing | Internal | First Boot | Device Manager 13HR002FAU. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Australian 13HR002FAU: Core Ultra 5 226V, 16GB LPDDR5X-8533, 512GB Gen 4 SSD, Windows 11 Pro, MediaTek MT7925 Wi-Fi 7. Firmware unconfirmed.
Disclosure: Unit acquisition and any manufacturer relationship were not stated in the inspected description.
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MINISFORUM. M2 Pro specifications and US preorder configuration. Product page. Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X / 1TB SSD / silver chassis / US power cord; included OS unconfirmed
Disclosure: Manufacturer specifications; no MiniPCBench measurements.
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Robtech. Intel’s Beast in a Mac Mini Form Factor! Minisforum M2 Pro Review. Video review. . Accessed .
Configuration: Core Ultra X7 358H / 32GB LPDDR5X-7467 / 1TB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD / Windows 11 Pro; firmware version unconfirmed. Tested vertically in balanced and performance modes.
Disclosure: Manufacturer supplied a free review sample; retail affiliate links disclosed.
Value for money
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Specification differences
Differences supported by the listed manufacturer specifications
Higher listed specifications for Lenovo ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6
- Uses a smaller 1 liter enclosure
Higher listed specifications for MINISFORUM M2 Pro
- Supports 16 GB more memory
- Provides 3 storage slots versus 1
Verified specifications
Manufacturer-sourced specifications and current testing status
Processor
| Specification | ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6 | M2 Pro |
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| CPU | Intel Core Ultra 5 226V | Intel Core Ultra X7 358H |
| Cores / threads | 8 / 8 | 16 / 16 |
| Processor default TDP | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Integrated graphics | Intel Arc 130V | Intel Arc B390 |
Memory and storage
| Specification | ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6 | M2 Pro |
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| Memory type | LPDDR5X-8533, memory on package | LPDDR5X-7467 onboard |
| Maximum memory | 16 GB | 32 GB |
| Upgradeable memory | No | No |
| Storage slots | 1 | 3 |
Connectivity
| Specification | ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6 | M2 Pro |
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| Ethernet | 1 x Realtek RTL8111K-CG Gigabit Ethernet | 1 × 10GbE and 1 × 2.5GbE |
| Wireless | Realtek RTL8922AE Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 | Intel Wi-Fi 7 BE211 and Bluetooth 6.0 |
| USB4 | No | Yes |
| Thunderbolt | No | Not published |
Size and price
| Specification | ThinkCentre neo 50q Gen 6 | M2 Pro |
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| Enclosure volume | 1 liters | 1.81 liters |
| List price | Not published | Not published |
| Product class | Not assigned | Not assigned |