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Black Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop closed showing matte finish and compact 14 inch form

Lenovo

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 laptop i5-8265U 8GB 2TB PCIe SSD 14.0" HD

SKU CH-5RW0-H6CAZ

A 14.0" business laptop with a quad-core i5, 8GB DDR4 memory, 2TB PCIe NVMe storage, fingerprint reader and Thunderbolt 3 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/2TB

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  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and ample storage
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 0" HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution for clear visuals
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports enable versatile connectivity

Product identity

This Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a 14.0-inch business laptop equipped with an Intel Core i5-8265U quad-core processor, 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD. It ships with Windows 10 Pro and includes a fingerprint reader, 720p webcam and Thunderbolt 3 connectivity.

Suitability

The configuration suits office workers and students who need reliable multitasking, fast boot times and ample local storage in a lightweight chassis. Buyers who require a higher-resolution display, discrete graphics for creative workloads or user-upgradable memory should consider other models.

Installation notes

The laptop arrives ready to use; only the 65W power adapter and optional peripherals need connecting. Because the 8GB of DDR4 is soldered onboard with no free SO-DIMM slot, memory cannot be expanded later, and the integrated Intel UHD graphics limit gaming or GPU-accelerated rendering.

Highlights

  • Quad-core i5-8265U up to 4.1 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and ample storage
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • 0" HD display with 1366 x 768 resolution for clear visuals
  • Thunderbolt 3 and USB 3.1 ports enable 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
SSD2TB
HDDNo
Storage Spec2TB 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 peripherals do I need to connect to the Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port on this ThinkPad T490?

The Thunderbolt 3 Type-C port supports external displays, high-speed storage and docks using a compatible Thunderbolt 3 or USB-C cable. No proprietary adapter is required.

Will my existing USB 3.0 flash drives work with the USB 3.1 Gen1 ports on this laptop?

Yes. The two USB 3.1 Gen1 Type-A ports are backward compatible with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 devices, so current flash drives and peripherals will function normally.

How can I confirm the 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD is recognised at full speed after setup?

Open Task Manager, select the Performance tab and choose the disk. It should show 2TB capacity and an NVMe interface with active read and write throughput.

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