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Black Lenovo ThinkPad W540 15.6 inch laptop closed view

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad W540 15.6" FHD i7-4800MQ 16GB 1TB laptop

SKU CH-712X-RAN1H

15.6-inch Full HD mobile workstation with Intel Core i7-4800MQ, NVIDIA Quadro K1100M, 16 GB DDR3 and 1 TB hard drive

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 4th Gen
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M DDR5
  • Memory size16 GB
  • SSD storageNo
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 16GB/1TB

  • Quad-core i7-4800MQ at 2.7 GHz drives demanding workloads
  • 6" anti-glare FHD panel shows crisp 1920 x 1080 detail
  • NVIDIA Quadro K1100M with 2 GB DDR5 accelerates professional apps
  • 16 GB DDR3 memory and 1 TB 2.5" drive store large projects
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit ready with webcam, backlit keyboard, DVDRW

Mobile workstation with Quadro graphics

The Lenovo ThinkPad W540 is a 15.6-inch mobile workstation built around a 1920 x 1080 anti-glare display. It runs on an Intel Core i7-4800MQ processor at 2.7 GHz with 16 GB of DDR3 memory. A 1 TB hard drive and Windows 10 Pro come pre-installed. The NVIDIA Quadro K1100M with 2 GB DDR5 handles professional visual tasks.

Suits CAD and ISV workloads.

This system suits engineers and designers who rely on certified Quadro drivers for CAD or ISV applications. The 16 GB DDR3 configuration supports typical professional multitasking. Buyers who need more storage speed should note the absence of an SSD. The 47 W CPU and 2 GB video memory limit heavy 3D rendering or modern gaming.

Quadro K1100M with 2 GB DDR5 decides fit

The discrete NVIDIA Quadro K1100M with 2 GB of dedicated DDR5 memory is the specification that determines suitability. It provides certified driver support for professional 3D software. Integrated Intel HD 4600 graphics handle basic display output. Without a faster GPU or larger video memory, this workstation fits entry-level professional graphics, not high-end simulation.

How it compares

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

Price $407.99
Cheaper than about 68% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Video RAM 2 GB
Lower than about 90% of the 3,254 comparable items (median 4 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Product lineThinkPad
Model nameLenovo
Part numberW544
Design styleStandard
Product typeWorkstation
Recommended useBusiness/Consumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 4th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-4800MQ
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Processor codenameHaswell
Memory
Memory size16 GB
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration4 GB x 4
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storageNo
Hard drive1 TB
Storage configuration2.5 in 1 TB (1,000 GB) Hard Drive
Optical driveDVDRW
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Widescreen compatibleYes
Display formatFHD
Screen featuresUltraSharp, WideView, anti-glare
Graphics
Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M DDR5
Video RAM2 GB
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
SoundIntegrated Sound card
SpeakersInternal Speakers
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
LAN connectionGigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbit/s)
Wi-Fi802.11b/g/n/ac
Bluetooth support4.0
Ports & slots
USB ports4 x USB 3.0, USB 2.0/eSATA
Video outputs1 x VGA, 1 x Mini DisplayPort
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Docking port1
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card reader9 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, xD-Picture Card, MMCplus, SDIO, SDXC Card)
Power
Power adapter180-watt AC Adapter
Size & build
Product weight6–6.9 lb (2.72–3.13 kg)
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Pro
More details
Pointing deviceYes
KeyboardFull size with Numeric keypad
Keyboard backlightBacklit
Extra input devicesYes

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Questions about this item

Does the Lenovo ThinkPad W540 include the 180 W AC adapter and DVDRW drive, or must I buy them separately?

The 180 W AC adapter and DVDRW optical drive are both included in the box.

Should I choose the 8 GB, 16 GB or 32 GB DDR3 memory option for the W540?

The listed configuration ships with 16 GB DDR3; 8 GB and 32 GB DDR3 are alternative build options.

What does the 2.7 GHz i7-4800MQ with 47 W TDP mean for daily workstation use?

The quad-core Haswell processor runs at 2.7 GHz base frequency within a 47 W thermal envelope, delivering sustained performance for CAD and rendering tasks.

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