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Black ThinkPad T490 laptop, 14.0 inch HD screen, matte finish

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 8GB 256GB 14.0" HD

SKU CH-3VTH-3B8CY

A 14.0" business laptop with 8GB DDR4 memory, 256GB NVMe storage and Thunderbolt connectivity

  • ColorBlack
  • Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
  • CPU TypeIntel Core i5 8th Gen
  • Processor Name1.60GHz
  • Turbo Frequency4.1 GHz
  • Number of CoresQuad-core Processor

Options 8GB/256GB

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  • Quad-core processor reaches 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD loads apps and files quickly
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports connect peripherals and displays fast
  • Fingerprint reader and 720p webcam support secure sign-in and video calls

Business laptop for mobile professionals

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0 inch Windows 10 Pro notebook built around an 8th Gen Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor that reaches 4.1 GHz turbo. It ships with 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. Integrated Intel UHD graphics drive the 1366 x 768 HD display at 60 Hz.

Suits office work and travel.

This configuration handles document editing, web browsing, video calls and light multitasking on the move. Buyers who need more memory for virtual machines, larger local datasets or discrete graphics for rendering and gaming should look at a different system. The 720p webcam and fingerprint reader support everyday security and conferencing.

256GB SSD and 8GB RAM cover standard workloads

The PCIe NVMe drive provides fast boot and application launch for typical business software. Eight gigabytes of soldered DDR4 is sufficient for single-application focus and moderate browser tabs. Memory-intensive tasks such as large spreadsheet models, container development or media editing will exhaust the available capacity.

Highlights

  • Quad-core processor reaches 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD loads apps and files quickly
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports connect peripherals and displays fast
  • Fingerprint reader and 720p webcam support secure sign-in and video calls

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
Memory8GB
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

What power adapter does the ThinkPad T490 require to charge its 50 WHr battery?

The laptop ships with a 65W power supply that connects via the Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port to charge the 3-cell 50 WHr battery.

Will my existing USB 3.1 Gen1 peripherals work with the two Type-A ports on this T490?

Yes, the two USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports are fully backward compatible with your existing USB 3.1 Gen1 devices and cables.

How can I confirm the 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD is recognised after first boot?

Open File Explorer and verify the OS drive shows roughly 256GB capacity, then check Task Manager Performance tab to confirm it reports as an NVMe SSD.

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