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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop closed lid matte finish 14 inch

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 24GB 256GB 14.0" HD

SKU CH-AWAS-KCYCV

A 14.0-inch laptop with a quad-core i5-8265U, 24GB DDR4, 256GB NVMe SSD and Thunderbolt 3 in a 3.23lb chassis

  • 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/256GB

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  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 24 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads smoothly
  • 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and load times
  • 0" 1366 x 768 HD display with 720p webcam for clear video calls
  • Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI ports plus fingerprint reader for versatile secure connectivity

Ready-to-work ThinkPad T490

This 14.0-inch laptop ships with Windows 10 Pro, a quad-core Intel Core i5-8265U processor, 24GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. It is aimed at professionals and students who need a reliable daily driver for office applications, web browsing and video calls without waiting for upgrades.

Sustained thermal behaviour

The 1.60 GHz base clock can boost to 4.1 GHz for short bursts, but the integrated Intel UHD graphics and slim chassis limit prolonged heavy workloads. Expect throttling during long renders or large data crunches, while typical business multitasking remains steady.

Installation and common issues

The 8GB onboard plus 16GB SODIMM layout leaves one memory slot occupied, so further RAM expansion requires removing the existing module. Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI ports handle external displays, yet the 1366 x 768 panel cannot show full 1080p detail without scaling.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 24 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads smoothly
  • 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and load times
  • 0" 1366 x 768 HD display with 720p webcam for clear video calls
  • Thunderbolt 3 and HDMI ports plus fingerprint reader for versatile secure 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
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec256GB 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 much power does the 65W adapter and 50 WHr battery draw when the i5-8265U runs at 4.1 GHz all day?

The 65W power supply and 50 WHr battery support the i5-8265U up to its 4.1 GHz turbo frequency during sustained workloads.

Which DDR4 SODIMM slot must be free to add the 16 GB module to the 8 GB onboard memory?

The 24 GB total consists of 8 GB soldered onboard plus a 16 GB DDR4 SODIMM already installed in the single expansion slot.

Will the Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port drive a legacy 1080p monitor through a passive HDMI adapter?

Thunderbolt 3 carries DisplayPort alt-mode, so a passive Type-C to HDMI adapter will drive a 1080p monitor at 60 Hz.

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