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Black 14-inch ThinkPad T480s ultrabook with matte finish and touchscreen display

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s 14" FHD Touch i5-8350U 16GB 256GB laptop

SKU CH-XZ9S-B7QE7

A 14-inch FHD IPS touchscreen ultrabook with an Intel Core i5-8350U quad-core processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD, running Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/256GB W10P

  • 14-inch FHD IPS touchscreen for precise interaction
  • Quad-core i5-8350U up to 3.60 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory and 256 GB SSD for fast workflows
  • USB-C with Power Delivery and DisplayPort plus USB 3.1 Gen1 Always On
  • Windows 10 Pro pre-installed for professional use

14-inch FHD Touch Ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480s is a 14-inch Full HD touchscreen ultrabook built around an 8th Generation Intel Core i5-8350U quad-core processor. It ships with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 10 Pro. This configuration suits mobile professionals who need a lightweight chassis with pen and finger input for annotating documents or presenting on the go.

Sustained workload behaviour

The i5-8350U operates at a 1.7 GHz base frequency and can reach 3.6 GHz on short bursts, but extended multi-core loads will settle at lower clocks to stay within the ultrabook thermal envelope. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles desktop compositing and video playback smoothly, while the DDR4 memory and NVME SSD keep application switching responsive during long sessions.

Upgrade context

This unit replaces older dual-core ultrabooks or non-touch clamshells where 8 GB of memory and a SATA drive limited multitasking and boot speed. The jump is worthwhile when your workflow demands four cores, 16 GB of RAM and a responsive NVME drive in a 14-inch touch form factor. It is not for buyers who need discrete graphics, more than 16 GB of memory, or multiple high-speed storage bays.

How it compares

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

Price $466.99
Cheaper than about 62% 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 numberT480s
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-8350U
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 memory24 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 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 10 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

How hot or loud does the i5-8350U get when the 14" FHD touchscreen runs all day?

The quad-core i5-8350U operates at a base 1.7 GHz with a 3.6 GHz turbo, and the integrated UHD 620 shares the same thermal envelope. Under sustained load the fan spins up but stays within typical ultrabook acoustics for a 14.0" chassis.

Which cables or peripherals must I already own to use the two USB-C ports for power, video and data?

The USB-C ports support Power Delivery, DisplayPort alt-mode and USB 3.1 Gen 1 data. You need a USB-C charger rated for the laptop, a USB-C to DisplayPort or HDMI cable for external monitors, and standard USB-C cables for accessories.

Will my older USB 3.0 dock and HDMI monitor work with the T480s without adapters?

The laptop provides two USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports and a full-size HDMI output, so a USB 3.0 dock and HDMI monitor connect directly. The USB-C ports add extra video and charging options if you later upgrade peripherals.

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