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Black 14-inch ThinkPad T490 laptop closed showing matte finish and red TrackPoint nub

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 24GB 256GB

SKU CH-PFW9-80T61 MPN T490

14-inch FHD IPS business laptop with Intel Core i5-8265U, 24GB DDR4 RAM and 256GB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size24 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 14" IPS FHD display with 1920 x 1080 resolution
  • Quad-core i5-8265U processor reaching 3.9 GHz turbo
  • 24 GB DDR4 RAM for smooth multitasking
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD for fast storage
  • Windows 10 Pro with fingerprint reader security

14-inch business laptop with upgraded memory

This Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14-inch business laptop equipped with an Intel Core i5-8265U processor, 24GB of DDR4 RAM and a 256GB NVMe SSD. It runs Windows 10 Pro and includes a fingerprint reader. The 14.0-inch IPS display delivers a 1920 x 1080 FHD resolution.

Suited for office multitasking.

The quad-core processor and 24GB of memory support smooth multitasking across business applications and browser workloads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles standard video output and basic visual tasks. Buyers who need discrete GPU performance for rendering, CAD or gaming should look at a different system.

24GB DDR4 RAM defines multitasking headroom

The 24GB DDR4 configuration is the key specification that determines how many programs and browser tabs stay responsive simultaneously. It exceeds the typical 8GB or 16GB found in standard models. Verify that your workload benefits from this capacity before purchase.

How it compares

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

Price $983.99
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 24 GB
Higher than about 70% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkPad
Model nameT490
Product colorBlack
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i5-8265U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Turbo clock speed3.9 GHz
Memory
Memory size24 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4 2400
Memory configuration16 GB x 1 + 8 GB x 1
Total memory slots1
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory24 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB NVMe SSD
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Screen featuresIn-plane Switching (IPS) Technology
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersIntegrated Stereo Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Wi-FiWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Bluetooth support4.2
Ports & slots
USB ports2x USB 3.1 gen 1, 1x USB-C via Thunderbolt 3
Video outputs1x HDMI, 1x Thunderbolt 3
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerMicro SD
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Battery pack3-cell Lithium Ion
Size & build
Overall dimensions8.94 in × 12.95 in × 0.7 in
Product weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Other featuresFingerprint reader
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardBacklit Keyboard
Keyboard backlightBacklit

Questions about this item

Will the 24GB DDR4 RAM need to be upgraded for heavier workloads later?

The 24GB DDR4 RAM is soldered and not user-upgradable, so the capacity is fixed for the life of the laptop.

What limit appears first when the Intel Core i5-8265U runs at 3.9GHz Turbo for long periods?

The processor will throttle from 3.9GHz once its thermal headroom is exhausted under sustained load.

How loud and hot does the 14" FHD IPS chassis get during an all-day workload?

The fan remains quiet during light tasks but spins up audibly under continuous load, and the keyboard deck warms noticeably.

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