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Black ThinkPad T490 laptop closed lid 14 inch display

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i7-8565U 24GB 256GB

SKU CH-56Z5-AVJC2 MPN T490

14-inch IPS FHD laptop with Intel Core i7-8565U up to 4.6GHz, 24GB DDR4 RAM and 256GB NVMe SSD

  • Screen size14.0 in (35.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Graphics processorIntel UHD Graphics
  • Memory size24 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 14" IPS FHD display gives wide viewing angles at 1920 x 1080 resolution
  • Quad-core i7-8565U reaches 4.6 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 24 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads without slowdown
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 Pro and loads apps quickly
  • Thunderbolt port plus HDMI and card reader connect peripherals and external displays

14-inch FHD IPS display

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14-inch business laptop with a 1920 x 1080 IPS panel. It runs on an Intel Core i7-8565U processor reaching 4.6GHz turbo frequency. The system includes 24GB DDR4 memory and a 256GB NVMe SSD. Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed.

Mobile professionals needing portability

This configuration suits users who prioritise a light chassis and integrated graphics for office applications. Buyers who want more storage or a dedicated GPU for creative workloads should look at something else. The non-touch screen and 720p webcam cover standard video calls.

24GB DDR4 memory capacity

The 24GB DDR4 memory capacity decides whether this unit handles your multitasking load. It supports heavy browser sessions and business software without paging. Verify that this amount matches your workflow before purchasing.

How it compares

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

Price $1,308.99
Pricier than about 82% 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
Product typeEveryday Value
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-8565U
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Turbo clock speed4.6 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 storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 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 support5.0
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 dimensions8.9 in × 13 in × 0.8 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

Which port do I plug the charger into on this T490?

Power is delivered through the Thunderbolt port on this model.

When will the 256 GB NVMe SSD likely need replacement?

The 256 GB NVMe drive has no moving parts; plan to replace it only if SMART diagnostics report reallocated sectors or capacity becomes insufficient.

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