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Black 14 inch touchscreen ultrabook with matte finish and red TrackPoint

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8250U 16GB 256GB 14" FHD Touch Windows 11 Pro

SKU CH-2H9P-TGYPV

A 14-inch FHD touchscreen ultrabook with a quad-core i5-8250U, 16 GB DDR4 and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Processor NameIntel Core i5-8250U
  • Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
  • CPU L2 Cache6MB

Options 16GB/256GB W11P Touch

  • 14" FHD IPS touchscreen for precise interaction
  • Quad-core i5-8250U with 16 GB DDR4 for responsive multitasking
  • 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • Windows 11 Pro ready for professional workflows
  • 2 lb ultrabook chassis with USB 3.1, USB-C, HDMI and RJ-45

14-inch touchscreen ultrabook

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14-inch FHD touchscreen ultrabook powered by an Intel Core i5-8250U quad-core processor with 1.6 GHz base speed and 6 MB L2 cache. It ships with 16 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB SSD running Windows 11 Pro. The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 handles everyday visual tasks. This configuration suits professionals who need a portable, pen-and-touch capable device for office applications and video calls.

Connectivity and expandability limits

The system provides three USB 3.1 ports, one USB-C port, HDMI, RJ-45 Ethernet, a webcam, Intel dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.1. An SD or MicroSD card reader and fingerprint reader are optional and may be absent on any given unit. Storage uses an M.2 slot supporting SATA or NVME drives; the installed 256 GB SSD occupies that slot. Memory is soldered, so the 16 GB cannot be increased.

Capacity and headroom

The 256 GB SSD holds the operating system and a typical business workload with room for documents and light media. Users who keep large local video libraries or multiple virtual machines will reach capacity quickly. The 16 GB DDR4 handles multitasking across browser tabs, Office suites and collaboration tools comfortably. Heavier development workloads or concurrent virtual machines will exhaust available memory.

Highlights

  • 14" FHD IPS touchscreen for precise interaction
  • Quad-core i5-8250U with 16 GB DDR4 for responsive multitasking
  • 256 GB SSD provides fast boot and load times
  • Windows 11 Pro ready for professional workflows
  • 2 lb ultrabook chassis with USB 3.1, USB-C, HDMI and RJ-45

Specifications

BrandLenovo
SeriesThinkPad
ModelLenovo
Part NumberT490
ColorBlack
Operating SystemWindows 11 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
Processor NameIntel Core i5-8250U
Number of CoresQuad-core Processor
CPU L2 Cache6MB
Screen Size14.0"
TouchscreenTouch Screen
Display TypeFHD
Resolution1920 x 1080
PanelIPS
GPU/VPUIntel UHD Graphics 620
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec256 GB SSD
Memory16GB
Memory SpeedDDR4
Memory Spec8 GB x 2
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)0
Max Memory Supported32 GB
Optical Drive TypeNo
LAN10/100/1000Mbps
WiFi GenerationWi-Fi 4 and earlier generation
BluetoothYes
USB1x USB 3.1 Gen1 (one Always On) ,1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C, and 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer)
Thunderbolt1 x Thunderbolt
Video Port1 x HDMI 1.4 - DisplayPort over USB Type-C(optional Thunderbolt 3(1)
HDMI1 x HDMI
Ethernet1 x RJ-45 (1Gbps)
Audio Ports1 x Microphone Jack, 1 x Headphone Jack
AudioIntegrated Sound card
TouchpadYes
KeyboardStandard
WebcamYes
StyleUltrabook
TypeMainstream
UsageConsumer
AC Adapter/Charger65-watt AC Adapter
Weight3 - 3.9 lbs.

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Questions about this item

Should I choose the 256 GB SSD or a larger 512 GB or 1 TB option for this T490?

The 256 GB SSD in this unit suits general office work and cloud users; 512 GB or 1 TB are available on other configurations if you store large media libraries locally.

What does the 1.6 GHz quad-core i5-8250U actually deliver in daily use?

Four cores at 1.6 GHz with 6 MB cache handle multitasking, web apps and video calls smoothly; the integrated UHD 620 graphics drive the 14.0" 1920 x 1080 IPS touch panel without a discrete GPU.

Which USB and video ports does the T490 include and what speeds do they support?

Three USB 3.1 ports, one USB-C port, one HDMI output and one RJ-45 Ethernet jack provide 3.1-speed data transfer and external display connectivity.

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