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Black ThinkPad W540 mobile workstation, 15.6 inch matte display, closed lid showing logo

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad W540 15.6" FHD i7-4800MQ 8GB 512GB SSD laptop

SKU CH-RXQ4-R8M4C

15.6-inch FHD anti-glare workstation with Intel Core i7-4800MQ, NVIDIA Quadro K1100M 2GB, 8GB DDR3 and 512GB SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorIntel Core i7 4th Gen
  • Graphics processorNVIDIA Quadro K1100M DDR5
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 8GB/512GB

  • Intel Core i7-4800MQ at 2.7 GHz drives heavy workloads
  • 512 GB SSD provides fast storage for projects
  • 6 inch FHD anti-glare display reduces eye strain
  • NVIDIA Quadro K1100M with 2 GB DDR5 handles professional graphics
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit supports business applications

Mobile workstation with FHD screen

The Lenovo ThinkPad W540 is a 15.6-inch mobile workstation built around a Full HD anti-glare display. It runs on an Intel Core i7-4800MQ quad-core processor at 2.7 GHz with 8 GB of DDR3 memory and a 512 GB 2.5-inch SSD. NVIDIA Quadro K1100M graphics with 2 GB DDR5 video memory handle professional visual tasks. Windows 10 Pro 64-bit comes pre-installed.

Suits CAD users; not for RAM-heavy workloads

Engineers and designers who need certified Quadro drivers and a colour-accurate 1920 x 1080 panel will find this machine fits typical 3D modelling and drafting workflows. The 47-watt CPU and discrete GPU deliver stable performance for assemblies and rendering. Buyers who want more storage than a single 512 GB drive or who need memory beyond the 32 GB DDR3 ceiling should look at a different platform.

Quadro K1100M with 2 GB DDR5 decides fit

The NVIDIA Quadro K1100M GPU with 2 GB of dedicated DDR5 memory is the specification that determines whether this workstation matches your software requirements. ISV-certified drivers enable reliable viewport acceleration in SolidWorks, AutoCAD and similar applications. If your workflow demands higher GPU memory or newer compute features, this graphics subsystem will not meet that need.

How it compares

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

Price $376.99
Cheaper than about 72% 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 numberW549
Design styleStandard
Product typeWorkstation
Recommended useBusiness/Consumer
Processor
ProcessorIntel Core i7 4th Gen
Processor modelIntel Core i7-4800MQ
CPU coresQuad-core Processor
Memory
Memory size8 GB
RAM type and speedDDR3
Memory configuration4 GB x 2
Total memory slots2
Free memory slots0
Maximum supported memory32 GB
Storage
SSD storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2.5 in 512 GB Solid State Drive (SSD)
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 ThinkPad W540 require an existing 180 W AC adapter to operate?

The laptop ships with a genuine 180 W AC adapter included, so no separate power brick is needed.

Can the installed NVIDIA Quadro K1100M with 2 GB DDR5 drive a legacy VGA monitor through the docking connector?

The W540 provides VGA output via its dock port, allowing the Quadro K1100M to drive older VGA displays alongside the internal FHD panel.

After first boot, how can I confirm the Intel Core i7-4800MQ is running at its 2.7 GHz base speed?

Open Task Manager’s Performance tab or run a CPU-Z check; both will show the quad-core processor operating at 2.7 GHz base frequency under load.

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