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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 i5-8265U 16GB 1TB SATA SSD 14.0" HD laptop

SKU CH-8B0W-D2W0D

A 14.0" business laptop with a quad-core 1.60GHz processor, 16GB DDR4 memory and a 1TB SATA SSD

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 16GB/1TB

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  • Quad-core processor reaches 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16GB DDR4 memory keeps many applications open smoothly
  • 1TB SATA SSD stores large project files and boots quickly
  • 0 inch HD display shows clear detail for documents and video calls
  • Fingerprint reader and 720p webcam enable secure sign-in and conferencing

ThinkPad T490 for business mobility

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0 inch laptop built for professionals who need a lightweight Windows 10 Pro machine with a quad-core Intel Core i5-8265U processor, 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB SATA SSD. It weighs 3.23lb and measures 0.70 inches thin.

Suits office workers not creative pros

This configuration suits office workers, students and mobile managers who rely on web apps, document editing and video calls using the 720p webcam and fingerprint reader. Buyers who need a high-resolution display for design work or a discrete GPU for rendering should look elsewhere.

1366 x 768 HD display resolution

The 14.0 inch panel runs at 1366 x 768 pixels at 60Hz, which determines how much on-screen content fits and how sharp text appears. If that resolution meets your workflow needs, the rest of the specification supports typical business workloads.

How it compares

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

Price $996.99
Pricier than about 73% 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 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 size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 TB SATA 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 readerMicro SD
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

How fast is the i5-8265U when Turbo Boost reaches 4.1 GHz?

The quad-core processor runs at a 1.60 GHz base clock and can hit 4.1 GHz under load for short bursts, giving responsive office and multitasking performance.

What does the Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port actually carry?

It carries data, video and power delivery over a single USB-C connector, supporting external displays and high-speed peripherals.

What expansion slot is free inside the chassis for adding more memory?

One SODIMM slot is occupied by an 8 GB module, leaving the second slot available for a DDR4 upgrade up to the platform limit.

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