The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a business-class 14-inch laptop built for professionals, students, and power users who want a balance of performance, portability, and reliability. With its 8th-generation Intel Core i7 processor, ample RAM, and fast SSD storage, the T490 is suited for multitasking, office applications, programming, web work, and everyday productivity.
Depending on configuration, it can come with a touchscreen, backlit keyboard, fingerprint reader, and other ThinkPad-class security features — making it a good fit for secure work environments, travel, university, or remote work. Its business-oriented design includes a durable build, good connectivity, and flexibility for storage/upgrade options.
| Feature | Specification / Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Lenovo ThinkPad T490 |
| Processor (CPU) | 8th Gen Intel Core i7 (e.g. i7-8565U / i7-8665U) — 4 cores, 8 threads, base ~1.8 GHz–1.9 GHz, turbo up to ~4.6-4.8 GHz |
| RAM | 16 GB DDR4 (though you listed 16 GB) — many T490 units ship with 8 GB or 16 GB. |
| Maximum RAM supported | Up to 48 GB DDR4 (one SODIMM + soldered RAM) according to official spec. |
| Storage | Up to 1 TB PCIe SSD (or SSD + optional Intel Optane) supported. |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 (on CPU) by default. |
| Display | 14.0″ Full HD (1920×1080) IPS, anti-glare — touchscreen variant optional. |
| Extras / Input | – Backlit keyboard (many SKUs) – Fingerprint reader / security features (on supported SKUs) – HD webcam + optional IR / ThinkShutter (varies with model) |
| Ports & Connectivity | – USB-A 3.1, USB-C / Thunderbolt 3, HDMI, MicroSD, audio jack, Ethernet (on some configs) – Wi-Fi 802.11ac / Bluetooth 5.0 (or newer) depending on Wi-Fi module. |
| Battery | 50 Wh battery (typical) — battery life depends on usage & config. |
| Operating System (typical) | Ships with Windows 10 Pro; many units can run Windows 11 depending on hardware. |
| Weight & Size | Approx. 329 × 227 × 17.9 mm; weight starts around 1.46–1.55 kg depending on configuration. |
| Intended Use / Strengths | Business use, office work, programming, study, travel/work portability, productivity, multitasking. |
