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Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 i7 laptop 16GB 512GB 14.0" FHD i7-8565U

SKU CH-79QK-90H0S

A 14.0" Full HD business laptop with an Intel Core i7-8565U processor, 16GB DDR4 memory and a 512GB NVMe SSD

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i7 8th Gen
  • Processor Name1.80GHz
  • Turbo Frequency4.60 GHz
  • Number of CoresQuad-core Processor

Options 16GB/512GB

  • Quad-core i7-8565U reaches 4.60 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory handles demanding workloads smoothly
  • 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD loads apps and files fast
  • 0" 1920 x 1080 display shows crisp detail
  • Fingerprint reader plus Windows 10 Pro secures business data

ThinkPad T490 i7 business laptop

The ThinkPad T490 i7 is a 14.0-inch Windows 10 Pro laptop built around an 8th Gen Intel Core i7-8565U quad-core processor with 1.80 GHz base and 4.60 GHz turbo frequency. It ships with 16GB DDR4 memory and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD for fast boot and application loads. Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 drives the 1920 x 1080 non-touch display.

Suited for office work; not for heavy GPU tasks

This configuration suits professionals who need reliable productivity performance, a fingerprint reader for secure login, and a 720p webcam for video calls. The 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.0 handle wireless connectivity, while the RJ-45 port provides wired networking. Buyers who require discrete graphics for rendering, gaming or multi-monitor GPU acceleration should look at a different system.

16GB DDR4 soldered memory

The 16GB DDR4 SODIMM module defines the multitasking ceiling for this unit. Since the memory is not user-expandable, the installed capacity determines whether the laptop can handle your concurrent applications and virtual machines. Verify that 16GB meets your workload before purchase.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i7-8565U reaches 4.60 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16 GB DDR4 memory handles demanding workloads smoothly
  • 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD loads apps and files fast
  • 0" 1920 x 1080 display shows crisp detail
  • Fingerprint reader plus Windows 10 Pro secures business data

Specifications

BrandLenovo
SeriesThinkPad T490 i7
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i7 8th Gen
Processor Name1.80GHz
Turbo Frequency4.60 GHz
Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
CPU L3 Cache8MB Smart Cache
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Resolution1920 x 1080
GPU/VPUIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD512GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec512GB PCIe SSD
Memory16GB
Memory SpeedDDR4
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
WLAN802.11ac
BluetoothBluetooth 5.0
HDMI1 x HDMI
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
KeyboardStandard
Backlit KeyboardNon-backlit
Other Input DevicesNo
WebcamYes
Card ReaderYes
StyleStandard
TypeEveryday Value

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Questions about this item

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

Power off, remove the base cover, insert the module at an angle into the slot, then press down until the side clips click; the step often missed is fully seating both clips so the module lies flat.

Which component will need replacement first under heavy use?

The 3‑cell 50WHr battery will lose capacity before the soldered DDR4 memory or the PCIe NVMe SSD.

What limit appears first during sustained loads on this laptop?

The integrated Intel UHD 620 graphics shares system memory and thermal headroom, so frame rates drop once the 65W power supply cannot dissipate heat fast enough.

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