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Black 14-inch ThinkPad ultrabook with touchscreen display, closed lid showing matte finish and red TrackPoint nub

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480 T490 14.0" FHD Touchscreen i5-8250U 32GB DDR4 128GB SSD

SKU CH-YXCG-ZCW5A

A 14.0" FHD touchscreen ultrabook with an Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor, 32GB DDR4 memory, 128GB SSD storage and Windows 10 Pro installed

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Processor NameIntel Core i5-8250U
  • Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
  • CPU L2 Cache6MB

Options 32GB/128GB W10P Touch

  • Quad-core 1.6 GHz processor drives responsive multitasking
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads smoothly
  • 0" FHD IPS touchscreen delivers crisp interactive visuals
  • 128 GB SSD provides fast boot and app load times
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for modern security and features

14-inch FHD Touchscreen Ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480 or T490 delivers a 14.0-inch IPS panel at 1920 x 1080 resolution with ten-point touch input. An 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor runs at 1.6 GHz with 6 MB L2 cache. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual tasks. The system ships with 32 GB DDR4 memory and a 128 GB SSD running Windows 10 Pro or Windows 11 Pro.

Sustained workload behaviour

The quad-core i5-8250U maintains its base frequency across extended office and multitasking sessions thanks to the ThinkPad thermal design. Integrated UHD 620 graphics share system memory, so the 32 GB DDR4 pool keeps frame-times steady during long video calls or light content creation. The 128 GB SSD provides consistent read latency without the slowdown seen on smaller cached drives.

Chassis, ports and daily use

Grade A units weigh approximately 3.2 lbs for the T490 or 3.6 lbs for the T480 and measure 12.7 x 8.5 x 0.7 inches or 13.25 x 9.15 x 0.78 inches respectively. Connectivity includes three USB 3.1 ports, one USB-C port, HDMI, RJ-45 Ethernet, Wi-Fi with Bluetooth 4.1 and a front-facing webcam. An OEM 45 W or 65 W AC adapter is included. Buyers needing a second SSD slot or discrete graphics should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Quad-core 1.6 GHz processor drives responsive multitasking
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads smoothly
  • 0" FHD IPS touchscreen delivers crisp interactive visuals
  • 128 GB SSD provides fast boot and app load times
  • Windows 11 Pro pre-installed for modern security and features

Specifications

BrandLenovo
SeriesThinkPad
ModelLenovo
Part NumberT480
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i5-8250U
Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
CPU L2 Cache6MB
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenTouch Screen
Display TypeFHD
Resolution1920 x 1080
PanelIPS
GPU/VPUIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD128GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec128 GB SSD
Memory32GB
Memory SpeedDDR4
Memory Spec16 GB x 2
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Max Memory Supported32 GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
BluetoothYes
USB1x 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)
Thunderbolt1 x Thunderbolt
Video Port1 x HDMI 1.4 - DisplayPort over USB Type-C(optional Thunderbolt 3(1)
HDMI1 x HDMI
Ethernet1 x RJ-45 (1Gbps)
Audio Ports1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
AudioIntegrated Sound card
TouchpadYes
KeyboardStandard
WebcamYes
StyleUltrabook
TypeMainstream
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/Charger65-watt AC Adapter
Weight3 - 3.9 lbs.

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Questions about this item

How warm and noisy does the T480 or T490 get when the i5-8250U runs at 1.6 GHz all day?

The quad-core i5-8250U is cooled by a single fan; under sustained load the chassis stays warm but not hot and fan noise remains low.

What cables or docks must I already own to use the 3 x USB 3.1 ports, 1 x USB-C port, HDMI and RJ-45 on the T480 or T490?

Standard USB-A cables, a USB-C cable or adapter, an HDMI cable and an Ethernet patch cord are all that is needed; no proprietary dock is required.

Will my existing DDR4 SO-DIMM sticks work alongside the 32 GB soldered in this T480 or T490?

The 32 GB DDR4 is soldered and there is no free SO-DIMM slot, so additional memory cannot be added.

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