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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480/T490 laptop 14.0" FHD i5-8250U 16 GB DDR4 512 GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-FCRB-GGASK

14-inch FHD IPS ultrabook with 8th-gen quad-core i5, 16 GB DDR4, 512 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/512GB W11P

  • Quad-core i5-8250U handles multitasking smoothly
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open
  • 512 GB SSD stores large files fast
  • 0" FHD IPS panel shows crisp detail
  • Windows 11 Pro ready for business use

Ready-to-use business ultrabook

This Lenovo ThinkPad ships with Windows 11 Pro installed and an OEM AC adapter so it works straight from the box. The 14.0 inch FHD IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 gives a crisp non-touch workspace for documents and video calls. An 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor at 1.6 GHz with 16 GB DDR4 memory handles multitasking without lag. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 drives the display and light media tasks.

Thermals and power in daily use

The ultrabook chassis weighs approximately 3.2 lbs for the T490 or 3.6 lbs for the T480 depending on the unit you receive. A 45 W or 65 W adapter supplies power for typical office loads while keeping the brick compact for travel. Fan noise stays low during standard productivity work such as browsing, email and video conferencing. The system runs cool enough for lap use during normal business hours.

Ports and connectivity that matter

Three USB 3.1 ports, one USB-C port, HDMI and RJ-45 Ethernet cover monitors, wired networks and peripherals without dongles. Intel Dual Band Wireless with Bluetooth 4.1 handles wireless keyboards, mice and headsets. A front-facing webcam supports video meetings out of the box. SD or MicroSD card readers and fingerprint readers are optional and may not be present on every unit.

How it compares

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

Price $237.99
Cheaper than about 90% 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 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 numberT490
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 size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 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 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 512 GB SSD and which step is often missed?

The 512 GB SSD uses an M.2 slot that accepts SATA or NVME drives. The step often missed is confirming the drive protocol matches the slot before fitting it.

What maintenance or replacement will the 16 GB DDR4 memory need later?

The 16 GB DDR4 is soldered and cannot be upgraded. No routine memory maintenance is required; replacement would need a full board swap.

What limit appears first on the Intel UHD Graphics 620 during sustained workloads?

The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 shares system memory and thermal budget with the i5-8250U, so thermal throttling under sustained load is the first limit.

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