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Black ThinkPad T480s laptop closed matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s i5-8250U 12GB 2TB 14" FHD WWAN Windows 7 Pro

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A 14-inch business laptop with a 1.60 GHz Intel Core i5-8250U, 12 GB DDR4 memory, 2 TB NVMe storage, 1920 x 1080 IPS matte display, fingerprint reader, Bluetooth 4.1 and 4G LTE WWAN

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • Memory size12 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor model8250U (1.6 GHz)
  • Quad-core i5-8250U up to 3.40 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 2 TB NVMe SSD plus 12 GB DDR4 stores large projects fast
  • 0" IPS FHD 1920 x 1080 matte screen reduces glare
  • 4G LTE WWAN keeps you connected away from Wi-Fi
  • Fingerprint reader and webcam cover protect data and privacy

Business ultraportable with WWAN

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480s is a 14-inch mainstream laptop built for mobile professionals who need integrated 4G LTE connectivity. It ships with Windows 7 Professional and an Intel Core i5-8250U processor running at 1.60 GHz with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.4 GHz.

12GB DDR4 and 2TB NVMe storage

The system includes 12 GB of DDR4 memory and a 2 TB PCIe NVMe solid-state drive, providing substantial capacity for local files and responsive application loading. A fingerprint reader and ThinkShutter webcam cover add hardware-based security for authentication and privacy.

Lightweight chassis tested to 21 MIL-SPEC standards

Weighing between 2 and 2.9 lbs, the black magnesium-alloy frame is designed for portability and durability. Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C supports 40 Gbps data transfer and video output, while the non-touch 1920 x 1080 IPS matte display reduces glare in bright environments.

How it compares

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

Price $1,098.99
Pricier than about 77% 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 12 GB
Lower than about 75% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Product lineT480s
Model nameThinkpad
Product colorBlack
Product typeMainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
Processor model8250U (1.6 GHz)
Memory
Memory size12 GB
Storage
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Bluetooth support4.1
Ports & slots
USB ports4
Size & build
Product weight2–2.9 lb (0.91–1.32 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 7 Professional
More details
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav

Questions about this item

How often will the fingerprint reader or backlit keyboard need service?

The match-on-chip fingerprint reader and backlit keyboard are solid-state components with no scheduled maintenance interval.

What thermal limit appears first when the Core i5-8250U runs at 3.4 GHz continuously?

The processor reduces its clock speed once its internal thermal threshold is reached to stay within design limits.

How loud does the cooling fan get during an all-day workload?

The ThinkPad cooling system spins the fan only as fast as needed to keep the CPU at its target temperature.

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