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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14.0 inch laptop closed on a surface

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 i5-8265U 12GB 256GB 14.0" HD laptop

SKU CH-QSVG-QAMQZ

14.0" HD laptop with quad-core i5, 12GB DDR4, 256GB PCIe SSD and Thunderbolt 3

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Processor Name1.60GHz
  • Turbo Frequency4.1 GHz
  • Number of CoresQuad-core Processor

Options 12GB/256GB

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz handles heavy workloads
  • 12GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
  • 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 Pro fast
  • 0 inch 1366x768 display fits in a 3.23lb frame
  • Thunderbolt 3 plus HDMI and USB 3.1 connect peripherals easily

Ready for office and mobile work

The ThinkPad T490 pairs an Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor with 12GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The combination delivers responsive performance for everyday business applications, web browsing and multitasking. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed.

Durable chassis with versatile ports

A black 14.0-inch HD display runs at 1366 x 768 resolution and 60Hz refresh. The laptop weighs 3.23lb and measures 12.95 x 8.94 x .70 inches, making it easy to carry between meetings. Two USB 3.1 Gen1 ports, a USB 3.1 Type-C Gen1 port, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI, microSD reader and a headset jack cover most peripheral needs. Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1 keep connections stable.

Security and conferencing built in

A fingerprint reader provides quick biometric login without passwords. The 720p webcam supports video calls out of the box. A 65W power supply and 3-cell 50 WHr battery are included. Buyers who need a higher-resolution panel or discrete graphics should consider other models.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz handles heavy workloads
  • 12GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
  • 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 Pro fast
  • 0 inch 1366x768 display fits in a 3.23lb frame
  • Thunderbolt 3 plus HDMI and USB 3.1 connect peripherals easily

Specifications

BrandLenovo
SeriesThinkPad T490
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor Name1.60GHz
Turbo Frequency4.1 GHz
Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
CPU L3 Cache6MB Cache
Screen Size14.0"
Resolution1366 x 768
GPU/VPUIntegrated Graphics
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec256GB PCIe SSD
Memory12GB
Memory SpeedDDR4
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN802.11ac Wireless LAN
BluetoothBluetooth 5.1
HDMI1 x HDMI
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
KeyboardStandard
Backlit KeyboardNon-backlit
Other Input DevicesNo
WebcamYes
Card ReaderYes
StyleStandard

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Questions about this item

What USB standard do the Type‑C ports use and what does that limit in practice?

One port is Thunderbolt 3 and the other is USB 3.1 Gen1 Type‑C, so the second caps at 5 Gbit/s and cannot carry Thunderbolt peripherals or dual 4K video.

What physical slot is free for adding more memory?

The 4 GB SODIMM occupies the single SO‑DIMM slot; the remaining 8 GB is soldered, so no further RAM can be added.

How is the operating system activated after the upgrade, and what step is often missed?

Windows 10 Pro is pre‑installed and activates automatically on first internet connection; skipping the initial network setup delays activation.

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