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Black ThinkPad T490 clamshell laptop with matte finish and 14 inch screen

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 24GB 512GB SATA 14.0" HD

SKU CH-08BY-TNW8X

A 14.0-inch business laptop with a quad-core Intel i5, 24GB DDR4 memory and a 512GB SATA SSD running 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 24GB/512GB

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 24GB DDR4 (8GB onboard + 16GB SODIMM) handles heavy workloads
  • 512GB SATA SSD provides fast boot and ample storage
  • 0" HD 1366 x 768 display with 720p webcam for clear video calls
  • Thunderbolt 3 Type-C plus USB 3.1 and HDMI for versatile connectivity

Built for office mobility

The ThinkPad T490 combines an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor with 24GB of DDR4 memory and a 512GB SATA SSD. A 14.0-inch HD display running at 1366 x 768 resolution and Intel UHD integrated graphics complete the core specification. Windows 10 Pro is pre-installed on this new black chassis.

Suits daily business users, not creative pros

This configuration serves professionals who need reliable typing, video calls and all-day battery life from a 50 WHr pack. Buyers who need a higher-resolution screen, discrete graphics or faster storage speeds should look elsewhere, as this unit uses integrated graphics and a SATA interface.

24GB DDR4 memory configuration fixed

The memory comprises 8GB soldered on-board plus a 16GB SO-DIMM module, so total capacity cannot be increased beyond 24GB. Verify that this amount meets your workload before purchase.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 24GB DDR4 (8GB onboard + 16GB SODIMM) handles heavy workloads
  • 512GB SATA SSD provides fast boot and ample storage
  • 0" HD 1366 x 768 display with 720p webcam for clear video calls
  • Thunderbolt 3 Type-C plus USB 3.1 and HDMI for versatile 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
SSD512GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec512GB SATA 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 ReaderMicro SD
StyleStandard

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 16GB SODIMM module into the laptop and what step is often missed?

Insert the 16GB DDR4 SODIMM into the empty slot at a 45-degree angle until the clips click; the step often missed is not pressing down firmly enough to seat the module fully before closing the case.

What maintenance or replacement will the 50 WHr battery need later?

The 3-cell 50 WHr battery will eventually hold less charge; plan to replace it when runtime drops below your needs, using a compatible Lenovo 3-cell 50 WHr unit.

At what point does the 1.60GHz i5-8265U hit its thermal limit during sustained loads?

Under continuous heavy workloads the quad-core processor will throttle from its 4.1 GHz turbo to maintain safe temperatures, reducing sustained performance until the load eases.

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