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Black 14 inch ThinkPad T480s laptop matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T480s laptop Windows 7 Pro i5-8250U 12GB 500GB 14" FHD WWAN Black

SKU CH-7EK7-R6MBY

A 14 inch IPS FHD matte business laptop with Intel Core i5-8250U, 12GB DDR4, 500GB SSD, fingerprint reader and 4G LTE WWAN

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 7 Professional
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5
  • Processor Name8250U (1.60 GHz)
  • Screen Size14.0"
  • TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
  • Intel Core i5-8250U reaches 3.4 GHz for responsive performance
  • 12 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • 500 GB SSD stores files and boots quickly
  • 14 inch IPS FHD matte display shows crisp 1920 x 1080 detail
  • Fingerprint reader plus WWAN secures access and adds mobile connectivity

Business ultraportable with 4G WWAN

The Lenovo ThinkPad T480s is a 14-inch laptop built for mobile professionals who need cellular connectivity away from Wi-Fi. It runs Windows 7 Professional on an Intel Core i5-8250U processor with 12 GB of DDR4 memory and a 500 GB SSD. The matte IPS display delivers 1920 x 1080 resolution without touch input. Integrated Intel UHD 620 graphics handle everyday business applications.

Sustained performance with MIL-SPEC durability

The quad-core i5-8250U operates at a 1.60 GHz base frequency and can reach 3.40 GHz under load for burst workloads. The chassis has passed 21 MIL-SPEC tests covering shock, vibration and extreme temperatures, so thermals stay controlled during long work sessions. Thunderbolt 3 over USB-C provides up to 40 Gbps bandwidth for fast external storage or dual 4K docks while charging the system. Bluetooth 4.1 connects peripherals reliably.

Straightforward deployment with a legacy OS caveat

Windows 7 Professional is pre-installed and ready to join a domain, but mainstream support has ended so IT teams must plan security updates or an upgrade path. The fingerprint reader enables quick Windows Hello-style login once configured. Two SO-DIMM slots and the M.2 SSD bay are accessible after removing the bottom cover for future memory or storage changes. The non-touch matte screen resists glare in bright offices.

Highlights

  • Intel Core i5-8250U reaches 3.4 GHz for responsive performance
  • 12 GB DDR4 memory keeps multitasking smooth
  • 500 GB SSD stores files and boots quickly
  • 14 inch IPS FHD matte display shows crisp 1920 x 1080 detail
  • Fingerprint reader plus WWAN secures access and adds mobile connectivity

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
SSD500GB
HDDNo
Memory12 GB
BluetoothBluetooth 4.1
USB4
TouchpadThinkPad UltraNav
WebcamYes
TypeMainstream
Weight2 - 2.9 lbs.

Questions about this item

How hot or loud does the Core i5-8250U get when the T480s runs all day?

The 1.60 GHz quad-core chip boosts to 3.40 GHz under load; the chassis passes 21 MIL-SPEC tests so the fan profile is tuned for sustained office workloads rather than silence.

What must I already own to use the Thunderbolt 3 port on this T480s?

A Thunderbolt 3 cable or dock and a compatible peripheral; the USB-C port delivers up to 40 Gbps data and video bandwidth plus power.

Will my older USB-A mouse and monitor work with the T480s without extra adapters?

Yes — the laptop provides four USB-A ports alongside the Thunderbolt 3 USB-C port, so legacy peripherals plug in directly.

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