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Black 14-inch ThinkPad T490 ultrabook closed, matte finish, subtle red TrackPoint nub visible on keyboard

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i7-8550U 32 GB 256 GB SSD 14.0" FHD

SKU CH-FTX8-E6PB9

A 14.0 inch FHD ultrabook with a quad-core Intel Core i7-8550U, 32 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 32GB/256GB W11P

  • Quad-core i7-8550U powers demanding workloads with 1.8 GHz base speed
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory keeps multiple apps responsive simultaneously
  • 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and quick file access
  • 0" FHD IPS panel delivers sharp 1920 x 1080 visuals
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for modern security and productivity features

Ready-to-work ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0 inch non-touch FHD laptop powered by an Intel Core i7-8550U quad-core processor with 8 MB L2 cache. It ships with 32 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles the display output.

Sustained office workloads

The U-series processor maintains its 1.8 GHz base clock during long document, browser and video-call sessions without throttling to a burst frequency. Integrated graphics share system memory, so heavy multitasking stays smooth while the fan profile keeps noise low. The 45 W or 65 W adapter supplies enough headroom for continuous charging under load.

Simple deployment

Windows 11 Pro is pre-installed and the OEM AC adapter is included, so the laptop boots to a managed desktop straight from the box. The 256 GB drive leaves limited room for large local datasets, and the single USB-C port may require a dock for multi-monitor setups. Buyers who want more storage or a second graphics card should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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Price $451.99
Cheaper than about 64% 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 32 GB
Higher than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Product lineThinkPad
Model nameLenovo
Part numberT490
Product colorBlack
Design styleUltrabook
Product typeMainstream
Recommended useConsumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8550U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor L2 cache8 MB
Memory
Memory size32 GB
RAM type and speedDDR4
Memory configuration16 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 GB SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Panel typeIPS
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Display formatFHD
Graphics
Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
LAN connection10/100/1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth supportYes
Wired network1 x RJ-45 (1 Gbit/s)
Ports & slots
USB ports1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (one Always On) ,1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, and 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer)
Thunderbolt ports1 x Thunderbolt
Video outputs1 x HDMI 1.4 - DisplayPort over USB Type-C(optional Thunderbolt 3(1)
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
Power
Power adapter65-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Product weight3–3.9 lb (1.36–1.77 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 11 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardStandard

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Questions about this item

How much heat and fan noise does the Core i7-8550U generate during all-day workloads?

The 1.8 GHz quad-core processor with Intel UHD Graphics 620 runs inside a 0.7-inch chassis with a 45 W or 65 W AC adapter, so sustained loads stay within a thin-and-light thermal envelope.

Which cables and peripherals must I already own to use the three USB 3.1 ports, USB-C port, HDMI and RJ-45 Ethernet?

Standard USB-A cables, a USB-C cable, an HDMI cable and an Ethernet patch cord are all you need; the laptop ships with an OEM AC adapter and Windows 11 Pro pre-installed.

Will the Intel UHD Graphics 620 drive my older 1920 x 1080 monitor over HDMI without scaling issues?

Yes, the HDMI port outputs the panel’s native 1920 x 1080 resolution, so legacy FHD displays work at 1:1 pixel mapping.

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