Lenovo announces a handful of new desktops, with not a single midtower chassis in sight.
Rich Brown
Rich was the editorial lead for CNET's Home and Wellness sections, based in Louisville, Kentucky. Before moving to Louisville in 2013, Rich ran CNET's desktop computer review section for 10 years in New York City. He has worked as a tech journalist since 1994, covering everything from 3D printing to Z-Wave smart locks.
Lenovo's IdeaCentre A700 starts at $999 for a Core i3 CPU and a 23-inch multitouch screen. Upgrade options include Core i7 chips, midrange AMD graphics, and a motion control mouse.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre A700 (side view)
The slot-loading optical drive includes a Blu-ray option.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre B305
The IdeaCentre B305 uses AMD CPUs, with screen sizes ranging from 20 to 21.5-inches, including a multitouch option with the larger version. Starting price is $699.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre B305 (side view)
Lenovo keeps the optical drive to standard definition in the B305, with the slot-loading dual-layer DVD burner.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150
The IdeaCentre Q150 ($299 starting price) offers Intel Atom CPUs and an option to upgrade to Nvidia's Ion graphics chipset for those looking for an HD-capable Nettop. The unique keyboard/trackball remote, an optional extra, is also new. The lack of an optical drive may be a challenge for some.
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Lenovo IdeaCentre Q150 (rear view)
You'll find a variety of ports on the back of the IdeaCentre Q150, as well as wireless inside. You only get HDMI output if you opt for Nvidia Ion graphics.
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