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Black 14-inch ThinkPad ultrabook with touchscreen display and matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480/T490 laptop 14" FHD Touch i5-8250U 8GB 128GB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-CR5E-0RM2C

14-inch FHD IPS touchscreen ultrabook with 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor, 8 GB DDR4 RAM and 128 GB SSD, running Windows 11 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 W11P Touch

  • 14" FHD IPS touchscreen for clear, interactive viewing
  • Quad-core Intel Core i5-8250U at 1.6 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory with 128 GB SSD for fast boot and load times
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for modern security and management features
  • Multiple ports including USB 3.1, USB-C, HDMI and RJ-45 for flexible connectivity

Ready-to-work ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480 or T490 ships with Windows 11 Pro installed and an 8th generation Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor. 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 128 GB SSD handle everyday office applications and web workloads. The 14.0 inch FHD IPS touchscreen runs at 1920 x 1080 resolution with Intel UHD Graphics 620. Connectivity includes USB 3.1, USB-C, HDMI, RJ-45 Ethernet, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1.

Sustained office performance

The 15 W quad-core CPU maintains clock speeds through typical document, browser and video-call sessions without throttling. Integrated graphics share system memory, so heavy multi-monitor use or light creative tasks stay responsive within the 8 GB limit. The SSD keeps boot and application launch times short during repeated cycles. Long compile jobs or large dataset work will exceed the available RAM and thermal budget.

Thermals, noise and power

Thin ultrabook chassis limit fan speed, so the system runs warm under continuous load but stays quiet during normal productivity use. The included 45 W or 65 W AC adapter supplies enough headroom for charging while the laptop is active. Surface temperatures rise noticeably above the keyboard deck during extended video conferences or background updates. Fan noise remains low at idle and moderate under load.

How it compares

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Price $310.99
Cheaper than about 81% 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 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 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 inputTouch 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 loud or hot does the i5-8250U get when the 14" FHD touchscreen laptop runs all day?

The quad-core i5-8250U at 1.6GHz with integrated UHD 620 graphics is a 15W part, so sustained office workloads keep fan noise low and chassis temperatures comfortable on a desk.

Which cables or peripherals must I already own to use the USB 3.1, USB-C and HDMI ports on this ThinkPad?

The unit ships with a 45W or 65W AC adapter; you only need standard USB-A 3.1 cables, a USB-C cable or hub, and an HDMI cable for external displays.

Will my older SATA SSD work alongside the 128GB NVME drive already installed in this T480/T490?

The laptop uses an M.2 slot for the 128GB NVME boot drive; there is no 2.5" bay, so a legacy SATA SSD cannot be added internally.

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