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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop closed lid 14 inch matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 16GB 1TB PCIe SSD 14.0" HD

SKU CH-3DDE-9B8T2

14-inch business laptop with 1.6 GHz quad-core processor, 16 GB DDR4 memory, 1 TB PCIe SSD, 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 16GB/1TB

  • Quad-core i5-8265U reaches 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16GB DDR4 handles heavy workloads without slowdown
  • 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD loads apps and files fast
  • 0" HD 1366x768 display fits in any bag
  • Fingerprint reader plus Windows 10 Pro secures business data

Ready-to-work ThinkPad T490

This Lenovo ThinkPad T490 arrives with Windows 10 Pro 64-bit already installed and a quad-core Intel Core i5-8265U processor that reaches 4.1 GHz. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD give immediate capacity for office suites, browser-heavy workflows and light creative tasks. The 14.0-inch 1366 x 768 display, fingerprint reader and 720p webcam complete a compact business laptop for mobile professionals.

Verify your peripherals and network

Check that your existing monitors accept HDMI input and that any USB-C docks or chargers support Thunderbolt 3 or USB 3.1 Gen1 signalling. The laptop provides 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.1, so confirm your router and accessories operate on those standards. Wired networks require a standard RJ-45 cable for the onboard Gigabit Ethernet port. Buyers who need a higher-resolution panel or discrete graphics should consider a different model.

Ports and security features included

Two USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports, one HDMI output, one Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port and a second USB 3.1 Type-C Gen1 connector cover most legacy and modern accessories. A microSD card reader and a combined headphone/microphone jack handle media and conferencing without extra dongles. The integrated fingerprint reader enables Windows Hello sign-in, while the 720p webcam and dual-array microphones support video calls out of the box.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8265U reaches 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 16GB DDR4 handles heavy workloads without slowdown
  • 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD loads apps and files fast
  • 0" HD 1366x768 display fits in any bag
  • Fingerprint reader plus Windows 10 Pro secures business data

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
SSD1TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec1TB PCIe SSD
Memory16GB
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

Does the laptop ship with a power supply and battery, or do I need to buy them separately?

A 65 W power supply and a 3-cell 50 WHr battery are included in the box.

Should I choose the 16 GB DDR4 configuration or a lower capacity for office work?

The 16 GB (8 GB onboard plus 8 GB SODIMM) handles multitasking and large documents comfortably; a smaller capacity would limit simultaneous apps.

What does the 4.1 GHz turbo frequency deliver in daily use?

The Core i5-8265U can boost to 4.1 GHz for short bursts, speeding up spreadsheet calculations and web browsing when thermal headroom allows.

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