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Black 14-inch ThinkPad T490 laptop closed lid matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 24GB 512GB

SKU CH-YBM4-ATBAM MPN T490

A 14-inch FHD IPS business laptop with an Intel Core i5-8265U up to 3.9GHz, 24GB DDR4 RAM and a 512GB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size24 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 14-inch IPS display gives 170-degree viewing angles
  • 24GB DDR4 memory handles heavy multitasking smoothly
  • 512GB NVMe SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • Quad-core i5-8265U reaches 3.9GHz turbo for demanding tasks
  • Thunderbolt port supports high-speed peripherals and displays

14-inch FHD IPS display

The 14.0-inch screen uses IPS technology at a 1920 x 1080 resolution with a 250 cd/m2 brightness and 700:1 contrast ratio. Viewing angles reach 170 degrees horizontally and vertically. The anti-glare finish reduces reflections in bright offices.

Business users needing 24GB RAM

The 24GB DDR4 memory supports heavy multitasking across many browser tabs and office applications. Buyers who want more storage than the 512GB NVMe SSD provides should look at other configurations. The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 does not suit 3D rendering or gaming workloads.

Quad-core i5-8265U processor

The Intel Core i5-8265U runs at a 1.6 GHz base frequency and reaches 3.9 GHz with Turbo Boost 2.0. Four cores handle typical business software and video calls without difficulty. This CPU is not intended for sustained high-performance compute tasks.

How it compares

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Price $1,013.99
Pricier than about 74% 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 storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 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

How loud and hot does the i5-8265U get when the T490 runs all day?

The quad-core i5-8265U operates at a base 1.6 GHz and can boost to 3.9 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost 2.0, so sustained workloads will raise fan speed and surface temperature but the 14" chassis is designed for business-day thermal loads.

What must I already own to use the Thunderbolt port on this T490?

You need a Thunderbolt-compatible cable and a Thunderbolt peripheral such as a dock, monitor or external drive; the port also carries DisplayPort video and PCIe data for compatible devices.

Will my older HDMI monitor work with the T490's HDMI output?

Yes, the HDMI port drives external displays up to 4K resolution, so a legacy 1080p or 1440p monitor connects directly without adapters.

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