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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 / T490 14" FHD i5-8250U 32GB 1TB SSD

SKU CH-D998-P42KX

14-inch FHD non-touch ultrabook with 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U, 32 GB DDR4 RAM and 1 TB SSD

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 32GB/1TB W10P

  • Quad-core i5-8250U delivers responsive multitasking
  • 32 GB DDR4 handles heavy workloads smoothly
  • 1 TB SSD stores large projects fast
  • 14" FHD IPS panel shows crisp 1920 x 1080 detail
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for modern security

Ready-to-work 14" ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480 or T490 ships with Windows 10 Pro and an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor. 32 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD provide capacity for multitasking and local files. The 14.0" IPS panel shows 1920 x 1080 resolution without touch input. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual tasks.

Thermals and power in daily use

A 45 W or 65 W OEM adapter supplies power for typical office workloads. The quad-core U-series chip runs at 1.6 GHz base frequency with 6 MB L2 cache. Integrated graphics keep heat output modest during document work and video calls. Bluetooth 4.1 and Gigabit Ethernet handle connectivity without adding thermal load.

Upgrade path and fit

This configuration replaces older dual-core ultrabooks or machines limited to 8 GB or 16 GB RAM and smaller SATA SSDs. The jump is worth it when you need 32 GB memory and 1 TB NVME storage in a 3.2 lb to 3.6 lb chassis. Buyers who want discrete graphics, a touchscreen, or a newer CPU generation should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $446.99
Cheaper than about 64% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Lower than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 32 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkPad
Model nameLenovo
Part numberT480
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-8250U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor L2 cache6 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration16 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 TB SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (one Always On) ,1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, and 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer)
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt
Video outputs1 x HDMI 1.4 - DisplayPort over USB Type-C(optional Thunderbolt 3(1)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Product weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

How do I install the DDR4 memory in the ThinkPad T480 or T490 and what step is often missed?

Power off, remove the bottom case screws, lift the keyboard deck, insert the DDR4 module at an angle until it clicks, then reseat the deck before screwing the case back — the step most people skip is pressing the module down firmly until both side latches engage.

Which component will likely need replacement first after several years of daily use?

The internal battery pack degrades with charge cycles and will hold less runtime; it is user-replaceable on both the T480 and T490 once the bottom cover is removed.

What thermal limit appears first when the i5-8250U runs a sustained heavy workload?

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 and CPU share a single heat pipe, so the package temperature hits its throttle point before the fan reaches maximum speed, reducing clock speeds to stay within the thermal envelope.

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