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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop 14.0" FHD Touchscreen i5-8250U 16GB DDR4 1TB SSD Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-9X2Q-690BQ

14-inch FHD IPS touchscreen ultrabook with Intel Core i5-8250U, 16 GB DDR4, 1 TB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/1TB W11P Touch

  • 0" FHD IPS touchscreen for clear, hands-on control
  • 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor handles everyday workloads
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive
  • 1 TB SSD provides fast, spacious storage
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for modern security and management

ThinkPad T490 14" FHD Touchscreen Ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0-inch FHD touchscreen ultrabook built around an Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor with 6MB L2 cache. It ships with 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB SSD running Windows 11 Pro. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles the display output. This configuration suits professionals who need a portable, touch-enabled Windows machine for daily productivity and video calls.

Installation notes for memory and storage

The chassis uses standard DDR4 SO-DIMM slots and an M.2 slot that accepts SATA or NVME drives. Removing the bottom cover requires a small Phillips screwdriver and careful prying to avoid damaging the hidden clips near the hinge. The battery connector must be disconnected before any internal work. The single M.2 slot means total storage capacity is limited to the drive installed; there is no 2.5-inch bay for a second drive.

Capacity and headroom with 16GB RAM and 1TB SSD

Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory provides comfortable headroom for typical office workloads, browser tabs, and light virtualisation. The 1TB solid-state drive offers ample space for applications, local files, and a large media library. Memory-intensive tasks such as heavy video editing, large dataset analysis, or running multiple virtual machines simultaneously will exceed the soldered-plus-socket memory ceiling of 32GB. Users needing more than 1TB of internal storage must replace the single M.2 drive rather than add a second one.

How it compares

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

Price $419.99
Cheaper than about 67% 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
Model nameLenovo
Part numberT490
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-8250U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor L2 cache6 MB
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration8 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 TB SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputTouch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (one Always On) ,1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, and 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer)
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt
Video outputs1 x HDMI 1.4 - DisplayPort over USB Type-C(optional Thunderbolt 3(1)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Product weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

How can I verify the touchscreen and Windows 11 Pro are working after first boot?

Tap the 14.0 inch FHD panel — it should respond instantly — then open Settings > System > About and confirm Windows 11 Pro is shown as the edition.

What ships in the box and what must I source myself?

The unit arrives with the ThinkPad T490 and an OEM 45 or 65W AC adapter; Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed. No other cables, docks or peripherals are included.

Which configuration matches the 16 GB DDR4 and 1 TB SSD shown in the title?

Choose the listing that specifies 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD; other options offer 8 GB or 32 GB RAM with 128 GB, 256 GB or 512 GB storage.

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