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Black ThinkPad T430 laptop closed lid matte finish 14.1 inch screen

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T430 laptop i5-3320M 2.60GHz 4GB DDR3 500GB HDD 14.1

SKU CH-W8NJ-5W2MH

14.1-inch business laptop with Intel Core i5-3320M, 4 GB DDR3, 500 GB hard drive and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size14.1 in (35.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 4000
  • Memory size4 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • 3rd Gen Intel Core i5 dual-core processor runs at 2.60 GHz
  • 1 inch LED display with 1366 x 768 resolution
  • 4 GB DDR3 memory and 500 GB hard drive
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed
  • Tested to eight MIL-SPEC standards for durability

Business laptop for daily tasks

The Lenovo ThinkPad T430 is a 14.1 inch notebook built for office work and study. It runs Windows 10 Pro 64-bit on a dual-core Intel Core i5 3rd Gen processor at 2.60GHz with 4 GB DDR3 memory. Integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 drives the 1366 x 768 LED display.

Thermals and power in use

The system uses integrated graphics and a standard voltage mobile processor, so heat output stays moderate during typical document and web workloads. Fan noise remains low in quiet environments. The included OEM power adapter supplies energy for operation and battery charging.

Build integration and expandability

A 2.5 inch 500 GB hard drive provides internal storage and can be swapped for a larger drive or SSD. VGA and DisplayPort outputs connect external monitors without adapters. The built-in webcam, Trusted Platform Module chip, DVD-RW drive and wireless connectivity support common office peripherals and security needs.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $281.99
Cheaper than about 85% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 14.1 in (35.8 cm)
Lower than about 59% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 4 GB
Lower than about 97% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkPad
Model nameLenovo
Part numberT430
Product colorBlack
Design styleThin and Light
Product typeEveryday Value
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
Processor model2.6 GHz
CPU coresDual-core Processor
Processor codenameCore i5 3rd Gen
Memory
Memory size4 GB
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration2 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storageNo
Hard drive500 GB
Storage configuration2.5 in 500 GB Hard Drive
Optical driveDVD±RW
Display
Screen size14.1 in (35.8 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Screen featuresLED backlight
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 4000
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersIntegrated Stereo Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth support4.0
Ports & slots
USB ports3
Video outputs1 x VGA, 1 x DisplayPort
HDMI portsNo
Docking port1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card reader4-in-1
Power
Power adapter90-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack6-cell Lithium Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions13.5 × 9.1 × 1.02
Product weight5–5.9 lb (2.27–2.68 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
Pre-installed softwareWindows 10 Restore Media
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
KeyboardStandard
Extra input devicesYes

Questions about this item

How do I install the 2.5" 500 GB hard drive and what step do people miss?

Remove the bottom screw, slide the drive caddy out, attach the new drive to the caddy with its four screws, then slide the caddy back until it clicks; the step most people miss is tightening the caddy screws before reinserting it.

What maintenance will the 4 GB DDR3 memory need later?

The memory is not user-upgradeable beyond the factory 4 GB; no routine maintenance is required, but if a module fails the whole board must be replaced by a technician.

At what point does the Intel HD Graphics 4000 limit sustained workloads?

Under continuous heavy rendering the integrated GPU hits its thermal ceiling first, causing the processor to throttle down from its 2.60 GHz peak to protect the 14.1" chassis.

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