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Black 14 inch ThinkPad laptop closed lid matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 T490 14" FHD i5-8250U 8GB 128GB SSD Windows 10 Pro

SKU CH-2RKG-VNASW

14-inch FHD non-touch ultrabook with quad-core i5-8250U, 8GB DDR4, 128GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage128 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 8GB/128GB W10P

  • Quad-core i5-8250U at 1.6 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
  • 14" FHD IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 gives crisp visuals
  • 8 GB DDR4 plus 128 GB SSD delivers responsive performance
  • Three USB 3.1 ports plus USB-C and HDMI connect peripherals easily
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed with OEM 45/65 W adapter included

Ready-to-deploy business ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480 or T490 ships with Windows 10 Pro, an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor and 8 GB of DDR4 memory. A 14.0 inch FHD IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 provides a non-touch workspace suited to office applications and video calls. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual tasks without a discrete GPU.

Sustained thermal behaviour

The 15 W quad-core CPU maintains base clocks of 1.6 GHz under continuous load, with 6 MB of L2 cache helping to keep latency low during long compile or spreadsheet sessions. Passive and active cooling in the ultrabook chassis is designed for typical business workloads rather than extended render loops, so prolonged heavy compute will see gradual frequency reduction.

Installation and common issues

The unit arrives with an OEM 45 W or 65 W AC adapter and Windows 11 Pro pre-installed, so first boot requires only network sign-in and driver updates. Optional fingerprint reader and SD card slot may be absent depending on the specific chassis received, and the stock photos do not guarantee exact port layout between the T480 and T490 models.

How it compares

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Price $256.99
Cheaper than about 88% 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 8 GB
Lower 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 size8 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration4 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage128 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration128 GB 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

Does the Intel Core i5-8250U with Intel UHD Graphics 620 run hot or loud under sustained office workloads?

The quad-core i5-8250U at 1.6 GHz uses integrated UHD 620 graphics and a 45 W or 65 W AC adapter, so typical office loads stay cool and the fan remains quiet.

Which cables and peripherals do I need to connect external monitors and wired networking right away?

The laptop provides HDMI, USB-C and an RJ-45 Ethernet port, so an HDMI cable and a standard network cable are all that are required for displays and wired LAN.

Will my existing USB 3.1 Type-A dock and Bluetooth 4.1 headset work without adapters?

Three USB 3.1 Type-A ports and Bluetooth 4.1 are built in, so current docks and headsets pair and connect directly.

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