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Black 14 inch matte screen laptop with fingerprint reader and black finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s i5-8250U 12GB 2TB NVMe 14 FHD Win7 Pro Black

SKU CH-YWGT-B4D5S

A 14-inch business laptop with an Intel Core i5-8250U processor, 12GB DDR4 RAM and a 2TB NVMe SSD running Windows 7 Professional

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 7 Professional
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5
  • Processor Name8250U (1.60 GHz)
  • Screen Size14.0"
  • TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
  • Intel Core i5-8250U up to 3.40 GHz for responsive performance
  • 12 GB DDR4 memory handles multitasking smoothly
  • 2 TB NVMe SSD stores large workloads fast
  • 0 inch IPS FHD matte display reduces glare
  • Fingerprint reader plus Windows 7 Pro secures business data

Built for mobile professionals

The ThinkPad T480s is a 14-inch business laptop powered by an Intel Core i5-8250U processor with 12 GB of DDR4 memory. A 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD provides fast storage capacity for large project files. Windows 7 Professional 64-bit comes pre-installed for legacy application compatibility. The matte IPS display resolves at 1920 x 1080 and includes a fingerprint reader for secure sign-in.

Thermals and power in daily use

The 8th generation quad-core CPU reaches 3.40 GHz turbo frequency while the integrated Intel UHD 620 graphics handle typical office workloads. MIL-SPEC testing across 21 methods validates reliability under temperature extremes and vibration. The 14.0-inch chassis weighs between 2 and 2.9 lbs, allowing the cooling system to manage heat without excessive fan noise during normal productivity tasks. Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C delivers up to 40 Gbps bandwidth for high-speed peripherals.

Accessories and software impact

A built-in ThinkShutter webcam cover lets you physically block the camera for privacy without tape or stickers. The 4-in-1 card reader supports common media formats for quick file transfers. Bluetooth 4.1 connects mice, keyboards and headsets wirelessly. The backlit keyboard and ThinkPad UltraNav touchpad remain functional in low-light environments, while four USB ports accommodate wired accessories simultaneously.

Highlights

  • Intel Core i5-8250U up to 3.40 GHz for responsive performance
  • 12 GB DDR4 memory handles multitasking smoothly
  • 2 TB NVMe SSD stores large workloads fast
  • 0 inch IPS FHD matte display reduces glare
  • Fingerprint reader plus Windows 7 Pro secures business data

Specifications

SeriesT480s
ModelThinkpad
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 7 Professional
CPU TypeIntel Core i5
Processor Name8250U (1.60 GHz)
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Resolution1920 x 1080
SSD2TB
HDDNo
Memory12 GB
BluetoothBluetooth 4.1
USB4
TouchpadThinkPad UltraNav
WebcamYes
TypeMainstream
Weight2 - 2.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

How do I install the 2TB NVMe drive in the ThinkPad T480s and which step do people miss?

The 2TB NVMe SSD is already factory-installed in the M.2 slot; no installation is required. If adding a second drive, the step often missed is enabling the NVMe option in BIOS after fitting the module.

What maintenance or replacement will the 12GB DDR4 memory need later?

The 12GB DDR4 is soldered and not user-upgradable; no routine maintenance is needed. Only a mainboard swap would change capacity, which is a workshop repair, not a user task.

What limit appears first on the i5-8250U under sustained load?

The Intel Core i5-8250U (1.60 GHz base, up to 3.4 GHz turbo) will hit its thermal ceiling first during prolonged heavy work, causing clock speeds to throttle back to stay within its power envelope.

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