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Black ThinkPad T490 laptop closed lid matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 i7 laptop 16GB 512GB 14.0" FHD i7-8565U

SKU CH-79QK-90H0S

A 14.0" Full HD business laptop with an Intel Core i7-8565U processor, 16GB DDR4 memory and a 512GB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/512GB

  • Quad-core i7-8565U reaches 4.60 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory handles demanding workloads smoothly
  • 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD loads apps and files fast
  • 0" 1920 x 1080 display shows crisp detail
  • Fingerprint reader plus Windows 10 Pro secures business data

ThinkPad T490 i7 business laptop

The ThinkPad T490 i7 is a 14.0-inch Windows 10 Pro laptop built around an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U quad-core processor with 1.80 GHz base and 4.60 GHz turbo frequency. It ships with 16GB DDR4 memory and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD for fast boot and application loads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 drives the 1920 x 1080 non-touch display.

Suited for office work; not for heavy GPU tasks

This configuration suits professionals who need reliable productivity performance, a fingerprint reader for secure login, and a 720p webcam for video calls. The 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 handle wireless connectivity, while the RJ-45 port provides wired networking. Buyers who require discrete graphics for rendering, gaming or multi-monitor GPU acceleration should look at a different system.

16GB DDR4 soldered memory

The 16GB DDR4 SODIMM module defines the multitasking ceiling for this unit. Since the memory is not user-expandable, the installed capacity determines whether the laptop can handle your concurrent applications and virtual machines. Verify that 16GB meets your workload before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $1,086.99
Pricier than about 76% 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 i7
Product colorBlack
Design styleStandard
Product typeEveryday Value
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor model1.8 GHz
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Turbo clock speed4.6 GHz
L3 cache size8 MB Smart Cache
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB PCIe SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi802.11ac
Bluetooth support5.0
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

How do I install the DDR4 SODIMM module and what step is often missed?

Power off, remove the base cover, insert the module at an angle into the slot, then press down until the side clips click; the step often missed is fully seating both clips so the module lies flat.

Which component will need replacement first under heavy use?

The 3‑cell 50WHr battery will lose capacity before the soldered DDR4 memory or the PCIe NVMe SSD.

What limit appears first during sustained loads on this laptop?

The integrated Intel UHD 620 graphics shares system memory and thermal headroom, so frame rates drop once the 65W power supply cannot dissipate heat fast enough.

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