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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop closed view 14 inch display

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 8GB 512GB SATA SSD 14.0" HD

SKU CH-V411-BX16M

A 14.0-inch business laptop with Intel Core i5-8265U, 8GB DDR4, 512GB SATA SSD, HD display, fingerprint reader and Thunderbolt

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntegrated Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1366 × 768

Model 8GB/512GB

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  • Quad-core 1.60 GHz processor reaches 4.1 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps everyday workloads running smoothly
  • 512 GB SATA SSD provides fast boot and ample file storage
  • 0 inch HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution suits office viewing
  • Fingerprint reader plus 720p webcam enables secure sign-in and clear video calls

Ready for office and study

The ThinkPad T490 pairs an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U with 8 GB of onboard DDR4 and a 512 GB SATA SSD. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed. The 14.0 inch HD panel shows 1366 by 768 at 60 Hz. Intel UHD graphics handle everyday video and light creative work. Fingerprint reader and 720p webcam support secure sign-in and calls. Wired LAN, 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 cover connectivity.

Ports and expandability

Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C adds high-speed data, external display and dock options alongside two USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports and HDMI. A microSD reader handles memory cards from cameras or phones. The combo audio jack serves headsets. All memory is soldered so RAM cannot be increased later. The single M.2 slot is occupied by the SATA SSD, leaving no room for a second drive without removing the first.

Capacity and limits

The 512 GB SATA SSD holds the OS, common apps and a moderate document library with room to spare. 8 GB DDR4 keeps typical browser, Office and video-conference workloads responsive. Heavy multitasking, large media projects or virtual machines will exhaust memory headroom. Integrated graphics and the HD panel limit gaming and colour-critical editing. Buyers needing more RAM, a second drive or a higher-resolution screen should consider other models.

How it compares

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Price $755.99
Pricier than about 62% 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
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 storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 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
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KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit

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Questions about this item

Is the 8 GB DDR4 memory soldered or can I add a module later?

The 8 GB DDR4 is fully onboard with no SODIMM slot, so the capacity cannot be increased after purchase.

What limits the i5-8265U during long workloads — the 4.1 GHz turbo or the 65 W adapter?

The 65 W power supply and 50 Whr battery cap sustained performance, so the 4.1 GHz turbo drops once the thermal budget is reached.

How loud does the fan get and how hot does the chassis feel after hours of use?

Under continuous load the single fan spins up audibly and the bottom case becomes warm, while the 65 W adapter keeps the 50 Whr battery from draining quickly.

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