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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop, 14.0 inch HD screen, matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 16GB 256GB SATA 14.0" HD

SKU CH-N00Q-V8B2D

A 14-inch Windows 10 Pro laptop with a quad-core i5, 16GB DDR4, 256GB SATA SSD and fingerprint reader

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 16GB/256GB

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  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads smoothly
  • 256 GB SATA SSD gives fast boot and load times
  • 0 inch 1366 x 768 display fits standard business tasks
  • Fingerprint reader plus 720p webcam for secure sign-in and calls

ThinkPad T490 i5-8265U 16GB 256GB

This 14.0 inch business laptop ships new with an Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor running at 1.60 GHz up to 4.1 GHz. It includes 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SATA SSD. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed.

Suits mobile professionals needing legacy ports

The HD display runs at 1366 x 768 resolution with 60 Hz refresh. Connectivity covers 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1 and Gigabit Ethernet. Ports include two USB 3.1 Gen1, HDMI, Thunderbolt 3, USB 3.1 Type-C Gen1 and a micro SD reader. Buyers who need a higher resolution panel or a larger solid-state drive should look elsewhere.

256 GB SATA SSD is the storage limit

The single 256 GB SATA solid-state drive defines total capacity. There is no secondary drive bay and the memory configuration is fixed at 16 GB DDR4. Verify that this capacity and interface meet your workload before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $842.99
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 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 storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB 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 does the 1.60 GHz base clock with 4.1 GHz turbo affect everyday workloads?

The quad-core i5-8265U runs at 1.60 GHz for light tasks and can reach 4.1 GHz on short bursts, giving responsive office performance while keeping heat and fan noise low.

What does the Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port actually support on this model?

The Thunderbolt 3 Type-C connector provides data transfer, video output and charging through one cable, compatible with Thunderbolt 3 docks and USB-C peripherals.

Will the 14.0 inch chassis fit in a standard 13 inch laptop sleeve?

The body measures 12.95 x 8.94 x 0.70 inches, so it exceeds typical 13 inch sleeve dimensions and needs a 14 inch or larger bag.

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