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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T480s laptop, matte 14 inch display, compact business form factor

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s laptop i5-8250U 8GB 2TB SATA 14" FHD WWAN Black

SKU CH-D6XV-DE2FA

A 14-inch business laptop with an Intel Core i5-8250U processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 2 TB SATA solid-state drive

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Processor model8250U (1.6 GHz)
  • Intel Core i5-8250U up to 3.4 GHz for responsive performance
  • 2 TB SATA SSD stores large project files locally
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps everyday workloads running smoothly
  • 14 inch 1920 x 1080 IPS matte display reduces glare outdoors
  • 4G LTE WWAN and fingerprint reader secure mobile access

Business laptop for mobile professionals

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480s is a 14.0" business laptop running Windows 7 Professional. It uses an Intel Core i5-8250U processor with a base clock of 1.60 GHz and a maximum turbo of 3.40 GHz. The system includes 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 2 TB SATA solid-state drive. A 1920 x 1080 IPS matte display, fingerprint reader and 4G LTE WWAN complete the core feature set.

Upgrade from older ultraportables

This model replaces earlier 14" ThinkPads that shipped with dual-core processors and smaller SATA drives. The jump to a quad-core 8250U and 2 TB of storage is worthwhile when workloads involve heavy multitasking, large local datasets or frequent travel without docking. Thunderbolt at 40 Gbps adds high-speed peripheral support that previous generations lacked.

Suits IT buyers needing Windows 7

Buyers who require a factory Windows 7 Pro licence and built-in 4G LTE for legacy enterprise environments will find this configuration ready to deploy. The 8 GB memory ceiling and UHD 620 graphics make it unsuitable for virtualisation-heavy tasks, discrete GPU workloads or users who need more than 8 GB of RAM.

How it compares

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Price $958.99
Pricier than about 72% 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
Product lineT480s
Model nameThinkpad
Product colorBlack
Product typeMainstream
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5
Processor model8250U (1.6 GHz)
Memory
Memory size8 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

What are the dimensions and weight range for the 14" ThinkPad T480s so I can check bag fit?

The laptop has a 14.0" screen and weighs between 2 and 2.9 lbs, making it suitable for most standard laptop bags and sleeves.

How do I install the Windows 7 Pro 64-bit OS and drivers on this T480s, and what step is commonly missed?

Boot from installation media, install Windows 7 Pro 64-bit, then install Intel UHD 620 graphics drivers and Thunderbolt firmware; the step often missed is enabling Thunderbolt security in BIOS before connecting devices.

Which components in this T480s will need replacement or maintenance over time?

The 8GB DDR4 memory is soldered and not upgradeable; the 2TB SATA M.2 SSD can be replaced later, and the internal battery will eventually require service after many charge cycles.

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