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Black 14 inch ThinkPad T490 laptop matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14" i5-8365U 16GB 256GB laptop

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A 14-inch FHD anti-glare laptop with Intel Core i5-8365U, 16GB DDR4, 256GB NVMe SSD, Intel UHD Graphics 620, Wi-Fi 802.11 ac and Bluetooth 5.1, running Windows 11 Pro

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Core NameIntel Core i5-8365U
  • Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
  • Screen Size14.0"
  • Quad-core i5-8365U boosts to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 2400 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD loads Windows 11 Pro and files quickly
  • 14" FHD IPS anti-glare panel at 300 nits gives clear viewing indoors
  • Intel Wireless-AC 9560 with Bluetooth 5.1 provides stable dual-band connectivity

ThinkPad T490 14" business laptop

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14-inch laptop powered by an Intel Core i5-8365U processor with four cores running at 1.6 GHz up to 4.1 GHz. It comes with 16GB of DDR4-2400 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The 1920 x 1080 IPS display offers 300 nits brightness and anti-glare coating. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles visuals. It runs Windows 11 Pro.

Best for mobile professionals needing a 14" screen

This configuration suits professionals who want a 14-inch form factor with a quad-core processor, 16GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB NVMe SSD for everyday productivity. The 300-nit anti-glare IPS panel works well in varied lighting. Buyers who need a larger display, discrete graphics for heavy rendering, or more than 256GB of fast storage should consider other options.

256GB PCIe NVMe SSD capacity

The single specification that decides fit is the 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. It determines how many applications and local files you can keep on the fastest internal storage. If your workflow demands more onboard capacity, this unit will not meet that requirement.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8365U boosts to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 2400 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD loads Windows 11 Pro and files quickly
  • 14" FHD IPS anti-glare panel at 300 nits gives clear viewing indoors
  • Intel Wireless-AC 9560 with Bluetooth 5.1 provides stable dual-band connectivity

Specifications

BrandLenovo
ModelThinkPad T490
Part Number20N3S5GM00-I012-RB-
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Core NameIntel Core i5-8365U
Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenNo
Resolution1920 x 1080
GPU/VPUIntel UHD Graphics 620
Video MemoryShared system memory
Graphic TypeIntegrated Graphics
SSD256 GB
HDDNo
Memory16GB
Memory SpeedDDR4 2400
Memory Spec16
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN802.11ac Wireless LAN
BluetoothBluetooth 5.1
USB1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
1 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 / Thunderbolt 3 (support data transfer, Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.2)
1 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (support data transfer, Power Delivery and DisplayPort 1.2)
Video Port1 x HDMI 1.4b
Ethernet10/100/1000Mbps
Audio Ports1 x Headphone / microphone combo jack (3.5mm)
SpeakerStereo speakers, 2W x2, Dolby Audio Premium
TouchpadMulti Touch
KeyboardSpill-resistant keyboard
WebcamHD 720p
TypeMainstream
BatteryIntegrated Li-Polymer 50Wh battery
Weight3.41

Questions about this item

Will the 14" FHD IPS 300 nits display and USB-C ports work with my older ThinkPad dock and external monitors?

The 14.0" 1920 x 1080 IPS panel at 300 nits connects via USB-C Alt Mode so existing ThinkPad USB-C docks and monitors will drive the screen without extra adapters.

How can I verify the Intel Core i5-8365U is boosting to 4.1 GHz and the 16GB DDR4-2400 is running at rated speed after setup?

Open Task Manager Performance tab to confirm the i5-8365U hits 4.1 GHz under load and that memory shows 2400 MT/s; Intel UHD Graphics 620 should also appear as the active GPU.

Does the box include a charger and are the 256GB NVMe SSD and 16GB DDR4 SO-DIMM user-replaceable?

The 65 W USB-C power adapter is included; the single M.2 2280 NVMe slot and one DDR4 SO-DIMM socket are both accessible after removing the bottom cover for future upgrades.

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