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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14.0 inch laptop closed on a surface

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 i5-8265U 12GB 256GB 14.0" HD laptop

SKU CH-QSVG-QAMQZ

14.0" HD laptop with quad-core i5, 12GB DDR4, 256GB PCIe SSD and Thunderbolt 3

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
  • Memory size12 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 12GB/256GB

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  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz handles heavy workloads
  • 12GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
  • 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 Pro fast
  • 0 inch 1366x768 display fits in a 3.23lb frame
  • Thunderbolt 3 plus HDMI and USB 3.1 connect peripherals easily

Ready for office and mobile work

The ThinkPad T490 pairs an Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor with 12GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The combination delivers responsive performance for everyday business applications, web browsing and multitasking. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed.

Durable chassis with versatile ports

A black 14.0-inch HD display runs at 1366 x 768 resolution and 60Hz refresh. The laptop weighs 3.23lb and measures 12.95 x 8.94 x .70 inches, making it easy to carry between meetings. Two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports, a USB 3.1 Type-C Gen1 port, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI, microSD reader and a headset jack cover most peripheral needs. Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 keep connections stable.

Security and conferencing built in

A fingerprint reader provides quick biometric login without passwords. The 720p webcam supports video calls out of the box. A 65W power supply and 3-cell 50 WHr battery are included. Buyers who need a higher-resolution panel or discrete graphics should consider other models.

How it compares

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

Price $834.99
Pricier than about 66% 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
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkPad T490
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor model1.6 GHz
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Turbo clock speed4.1 GHz
L3 cache size6 MB Cache
Memory
Memory size12 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB PCIe SSD
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1366 × 768
Graphics
Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.1
Ports & slots
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

What USB standard do the Type‑C ports use and what does that limit in practice?

One port is Thunderbolt 3 and the other is USB 3.1 Gen1 Type‑C, so the second caps at 5 Gbit/s and cannot carry Thunderbolt peripherals or dual 4K video.

What physical slot is free for adding more memory?

The 4 GB SODIMM occupies the single SO‑DIMM slot; the remaining 8 GB is soldered, so no further RAM can be added.

How is the operating system activated after the upgrade, and what step is often missed?

Windows 10 Pro is pre‑installed and activates automatically on first internet connection; skipping the initial network setup delays activation.

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