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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop closed showing matte finish and compact 14 inch form

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 8GB 2TB PCIe SSD 14.0" HD

SKU CH-5RW0-H6CAZ

A 14.0" business laptop with a quad-core i5, 8GB DDR4 memory, 2TB PCIe NVMe storage, fingerprint reader and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 8GB/2TB

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  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and ample storage
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 0" HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution for clear visuals
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports enable versatile connectivity

Product identity

This Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0-inch business laptop equipped with an Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor, 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Pro and includes a fingerprint reader, 720p webcam and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity.

Suitability

The configuration suits office workers and students who need reliable multitasking, fast boot times and ample local storage in a lightweight chassis. Buyers who require a higher-resolution display, discrete graphics for creative workloads or user-upgradable memory should consider other models.

Installation notes

The laptop arrives ready to use; only the 65W power adapter and optional peripherals need connecting. Because the 8GB of DDR4 is soldered onboard with no free SO-DIMM slot, memory cannot be expanded later, and the integrated Intel UHD graphics limit gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering.

How it compares

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

Price $896.99
Pricier than about 69% 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 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 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 size8 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Storage
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 TB PCIe 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 readerYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

What peripherals do I need to connect to the Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port on this ThinkPad T490?

The Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port supports external displays, high-speed storage and docks using a compatible Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C cable. No proprietary adapter is required.

Will my existing USB 3.0 flash drives work with the USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on this laptop?

Yes. The two USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports are backward compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices, so current flash drives and peripherals will function normally.

How can I confirm the 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD is recognised at full speed after setup?

Open Task Manager, select the Performance tab and choose the disk. It should show 2TB capacity and an NVMe interface with active read and write throughput.

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