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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T430s laptop, 14.1 inch matte display, compact business form factor

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T430s laptop i5-3320M 2.60GHz 16GB DDR3 1TB HDD 14.1

SKU CH-G9BN-X22ET

A 14.1-inch business laptop with a dual-core i5-3320M processor, 16 GB DDR3 memory, a 1 TB hard drive and Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed

  • Screen size14.1 in (35.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 4000
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • Dual-core i5-3320M at 2.60 GHz handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 1 TB 2.5" hard drive stores large file collections
  • 1" LED display at 1366 x 768 shows clear visuals
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit installed with licence certificate

ThinkPad T430s 14.1" business laptop

The Lenovo ThinkPad T430s is a 14.1-inch notebook built for office work and mobile professionals. It runs Windows 10 Pro 64-bit on an Intel Core i5-3320M dual-core processor at 2.60 GHz with 16 GB of DDR3 memory. The 1 TB 2.5-inch hard drive stores large document libraries and local backups. A DVD±RW drive handles legacy optical media.

Integrated graphics and legacy ports

Intel HD Graphics 4000 drives the 1366 x 768 LED panel and supports external monitors through VGA and DisplayPort outputs. The integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet and Intel 802.11 a/g/n wireless provide wired and wireless network access. A Trusted Platform Module chip adds hardware-based security for encryption keys. The DVD±RW drive and webcam complete the connectivity set.

1 TB mechanical storage

The single 2.5-inch 1 TB hard drive determines capacity and speed for the primary workload. Buyers who need solid-state responsiveness or a second drive bay for RAID should look elsewhere. The 16 GB DDR3 memory is already at the platform maximum of 16 GB, so no further RAM upgrades are possible.

How it compares

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

Price $324.99
Cheaper than about 79% 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 16 GB
Typical for this category: the median of 30,127 items is 16 GB.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkPad
Model nameLenovo
Part numberT430s
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 size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory16 GB
Storage
SSD storageNo
Hard drive1 TB
Storage configuration2.5 in 1,000 GB (1 TB) 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 Mini 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 long will the 2.5" 1TB hard drive last before it needs replacement?

Mechanical drives vary by workload; plan to replace the 1TB unit after three to five years of daily use or sooner if SMART warnings appear.

What limits performance first when the Core i5-3320M runs at full load for long periods?

The dual-core 2.60 GHz CPU and integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 hit thermal limits before the 16 GB DDR3 memory becomes a bottleneck.

How hot and loud does the 14.1" ThinkPad get when it runs all day on Windows 10 Pro?

Expect warm keyboard deck and audible fan spin under sustained load; the 1366 x 768 LED panel and QM77 chipset add modest heat.

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