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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 clamshell laptop with 14 inch HD screen

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 12GB 512GB SATA SSD 14.0" HD

SKU CH-F7GE-GK0WD

14-inch business laptop with 8th Gen Intel Core i5, 12GB DDR4, 512GB SATA SSD, HD display 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 12GB/512GB

  • Quad-core i5-8265U boosts to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 12GB DDR4 memory handles multiple business apps smoothly
  • 512GB SATA SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • 0" HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution for clear visuals
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports connect peripherals and external displays

ThinkPad T490 business laptop

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0-inch Windows 10 Pro laptop powered by an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor that reaches 4.1 GHz. It ships with 12GB of DDR4 memory and a 512GB SATA SSD. Intel UHD integrated graphics drive the 1366 x 768 HD display. Connectivity includes 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.1, Gigabit LAN, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI and USB 3.1 ports. A fingerprint reader and 720p webcam support secure sign-in and video calls.

Suited for office work and mobile professionals

This configuration fits users who need a lightweight chassis for daily productivity, email, web apps and video conferencing on the integrated 720p camera. The 512GB SATA SSD provides solid-state responsiveness for documents and local files. Buyers who want a higher-resolution panel, discrete graphics for creative workloads, or a faster storage interface should look at other models. The soldered 8GB memory portion also limits future RAM expansion beyond the installed 12GB.

512GB SATA SSD determines storage speed

The single specification that decides whether this is the right part is the 512GB SATA SSD. It delivers solid-state boot and application loads but operates on the SATA bus rather than a PCIe interface. If your workflow depends on sustained sequential transfers that exceed SATA throughput, this drive will be the bottleneck. For general business use the capacity and reliability are appropriate.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8265U boosts to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 12GB DDR4 memory handles multiple business apps smoothly
  • 512GB SATA SSD provides fast boot and file access
  • 0" HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution for clear visuals
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports connect peripherals and external displays

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 SATA 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 ReaderMicro SD
StyleStandard

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Questions about this item

Will the i5-8265U quad-core processor sustain its 4.1 GHz turbo under continuous heavy load?

The processor has a 4.1 GHz turbo frequency, but sustained speed depends on the 65 W power supply and the 50 WHr battery thermal limits; under long workloads the clock will drop to stay within the cooling capacity.

How loud or hot does the ThinkPad T490 get when running all day on the 3-cell 50 WHr battery?

The 14.0 inch HD display and Intel UHD graphics share the cooling system with the i5-8265U; fan noise and surface temperature rise noticeably during sustained loads because the 65 W adapter must replenish the 50 WHr pack.

Which DDR4 SODIMM slot is free if I want to add more memory beyond the 12 GB (8 GB onboard + 4 GB SODIMM) already installed?

The 4 GB SODIMM occupies the single expansion slot, so no further memory can be added without removing the existing module.

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