Lenovo ThinkPad T480s laptop i5-8250U 8GB 1TB 14 FHD WWAN Black

Business ultraportable with LTE

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480s is a 14-inch business laptop powered by an Intel Core i5-8250U processor running at 1.60 GHz with a 3.40 GHz boost. It ships new with Windows 7 Professional, 8 GB of DDR4 memory and a 1 TB SSD. The matte IPS display shows 1920 x 1080 resolution. Integrated Intel UHD 620 graphics handle everyday visual tasks. Built-in 4G LTE WWAN and Bluetooth 4.1 keep you connected away from Wi-Fi. A fingerprint reader and webcam cover add physical security.

Thunderbolt 3 at 40 Gbps

The single Thunderbolt 3 port delivers up to 40 Gbps of bandwidth, four times the data rate and twice the video bandwidth of earlier USB-C implementations. It also supplies power so compatible docks or monitors can charge the laptop. Four USB ports in total provide legacy peripheral support. Bluetooth 4.1 handles short-range accessories. The 64-bit operating system addresses the installed memory fully. MIL-SPEC testing across 21 methods validates durability for mobile professionals.

Upgrade from heavier 14-inch models

This T480s replaces bulkier 14-inch business laptops that weigh more than 2.9 lbs and lack WWAN or Thunderbolt 3. The jump is worth it when you need all-day portability, cellular connectivity and a single-cable dock solution. Buyers who want more storage than 1 TB or discrete graphics should look elsewhere. The 8 GB memory is soldered, so future expansion is not possible. Windows 7 Professional reaches end of support, requiring an OS upgrade for long-term security.