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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop closed lid 14 inch

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 i5-8265U 24GB 512GB SSD 14.0" HD laptop

SKU CH-QC0F-GNEC7

A 14.0" HD laptop with a quad-core i5-8265U, 24GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB NVMe SSD, Thunderbolt 3 and Windows 10 Pro

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

Options 24GB/512GB

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
  • 24 GB DDR4 (8 GB onboard + 16 GB SODIMM) runs heavy workloads
  • 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots and loads fast
  • 0" 1366×768 HD display with 720p webcam for clear calls
  • Thunderbolt 3 Type-C plus HDMI and dual USB 3.1 for flexible connectivity

ThinkPad T490 with 24GB DDR4

This Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0-inch business laptop powered by an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor reaching 4.1 GHz turbo. It ships with 24GB of DDR4 memory and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD under Windows 10 Pro.

Suits mobile professionals needing 24GB RAM

The 24GB configuration handles multitasking and virtual machines well for office and remote work. Buyers who need a higher-resolution display or discrete graphics for creative workloads should look elsewhere.

1366x768 HD panel limits visual detail

The 14.0-inch screen uses a 1366 x 768 resolution at 60Hz, so text and images lack the sharpness of Full HD or higher panels. Confirm this resolution meets your daily viewing requirements before purchase.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
  • 24 GB DDR4 (8 GB onboard + 16 GB SODIMM) runs heavy workloads
  • 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots and loads fast
  • 0" 1366×768 HD display with 720p webcam for clear calls
  • Thunderbolt 3 Type-C plus HDMI and dual USB 3.1 for flexible connectivity

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
SSD512GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec512GB PCIe SSD
Memory24GB
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

How do I install the 16GB DDR4 SODIMM and what step is often missed?

Insert the module into the empty SODIMM slot at a 45° angle then press down until the side clips click; the step often missed is fully seating the clips so the stick is flat.

Which component will need replacement first and what spec should I match?

The 3-cell 50 WHr battery will degrade first; replace it with a Lenovo 3-cell 50 WHr unit.

What thermal limit appears first during a long compile on the i5-8265U?

The CPU hits its 4.1 GHz turbo ceiling then throttles to 1.60 GHz base once the 50 WHr battery and 65W adapter cannot shed heat fast enough.

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