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

Lenovo

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

SKU CH-F1NB-AS2S3

A 14.0-inch business laptop with an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U, 8GB DDR4 RAM and a 2TB SATA SSD

  • 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 processor up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 2 TB SATA SSD stores large project files and applications
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory runs everyday workloads smoothly
  • 0" HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution for clear visuals
  • Fingerprint reader and 720p webcam support secure sign-in and video calls

Business-ready 14-inch laptop

The ThinkPad T490 pairs an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U with 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 2 TB SATA SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Pro and includes a fingerprint reader, 720p webcam, Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI outputs. The 1366 x 768 display suits office tasks and remote sessions.

Thermals and power in daily use

A 50 Whr battery and 65 W power supply support typical workloads without fan noise becoming intrusive. Integrated UHD graphics keep heat output low during document editing, video calls and web browsing. The quad-core processor reaches 4.1 GHz turbo only when thermal headroom allows.

Upgrade context and limits

This configuration replaces older dual-core ultrabooks that lack Thunderbolt 3 or a high-capacity SATA drive. Buyers needing more than 8 GB of soldered memory or a higher-resolution panel should consider other models. The jump is worthwhile when legacy ports and expandable storage are not required.

How it compares

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

Price $1,011.99
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 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 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 do I add more memory to the T490 and which slot do people forget is missing?

The 8 GB of DDR4 is soldered on board and there is no SO-DIMM slot, so the memory cannot be upgraded after purchase.

Which part will need replacement first during the laptop's life?

The 3-cell 50 Whr battery is the only user-replaceable component that degrades with charge cycles.

What stops the i5-8265U from holding its 4.1 GHz turbo during a long workload?

The 65 W power supply and the 50 Whr battery limit sustained power, so the CPU throttles once thermal headroom is used.

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