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Black 14.1 inch ThinkPad T430s laptop with matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T430s laptop i5-3320M 2.60GHz 16GB DDR3 256GB SSD 14.1

SKU CH-1N87-TJESF

A 14.1-inch LED laptop with a 2.60GHz dual-core Intel Core i5, 16GB DDR3 RAM, 256GB SSD, DVD-RW and Windows 10 Pro 64-bit

  • Screen size14.1 in (35.8 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 3rd Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel HD Graphics 4000
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768
  • Dual-core Intel i5-3320M at 2.60 GHz handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory keeps multiple applications responsive
  • 256 GB solid-state drive provides fast boot and file access
  • 1-inch LED display at 1366 x 768 resolution for clear visuals
  • Windows 10 Professional 64-bit pre-installed with Certificate of Authenticity

ThinkPad T430s with i5-3320M

This 14.1-inch laptop combines an Intel dual-core processor running at 2.60 GHz with 16 GB of DDR3 memory and a 256 GB solid-state drive. It ships with Windows 10 Professional 64-bit pre-installed and includes an integrated DVD-RW drive, webcam, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. The matte LED panel offers a 1366 x 768 resolution.

Sustained workload behaviour

The integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 handles everyday office applications and video playback without a discrete GPU. Thermal output remains modest during long document editing or browsing sessions thanks to the low-power mobile chipset and solid-state storage. Fan noise stays low under typical business loads.

Deciding specification

The fixed 1366 x 768 display resolution limits on-screen workspace for multi-window tasks or modern web layouts. Buyers who need more vertical pixels for coding, spreadsheets or design should consider a higher-resolution panel. The dual-core architecture also caps performance in heavily threaded workloads.

How it compares

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

Price $381.99
Cheaper than about 71% 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 storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2.5 in 256 GB Solid State 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
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
KeyboardStandard
Extra input devicesYes

Questions about this item

How loud and hot does the ThinkPad T430s get when the Core i5-3320M runs at 2.60 GHz all day?

The dual-core processor and integrated Intel HD Graphics 4000 share a single fan; under sustained load the chassis warms noticeably but stays within normal office limits.

Which cables or peripherals must I already own to use the VGA and DisplayPort outputs on this T430s?

You need a standard VGA cable for legacy monitors or a DisplayPort cable for newer displays; no adapters are included in the box.

Will my existing DDR3 SODIMM modules work alongside the 16 GB already installed in this T430s?

The system ships with 16 GB of DDR3 memory filling both slots, so any extra modules would require removing the current ones first.

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