ThinkPad T490 Laptop

A work laptop that does everything but make the coffee

With a starting weight of just 3.23lb / 1.46kg, the ThinkPad T490 is perfect for portability. A slim bezel keeps the focus on a larger screen area than previous models, and there’s a range of display options from touchscreen to built-in PrivacyGuard to Dolby Vision^®. Long battery life and robust security make this the laptop for serious business professionals.

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  Part Number: 20N2S3H400
  
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  8th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-8365U Processor with vPro™ (1.60 GHz, up to 4.10 GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 Cores, 8 Threads, 6 MB Cache)
  
  Operating System
  
  Windows 10 Pro 64
  
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  14.0" HD (1366 x 768) anti-glare, 220 nits
  
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  8 GB DDR4 2400MHz (Soldered)
  
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  256 GB PCIe SSD
  
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  Windows 10 Pro 64
  
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  14.0" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, low power, 400 nits
  
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  16 GB DDR4 2400MHz (Soldered)
  
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  512 GB PCIe SSD
  
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  Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics
  
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  Windows 10 Home 64
  
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  14.0" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, low power, 400 nits
  
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  8 GB DDR4 2400MHz (Soldered)
  
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  256 GB PCIe SSD
  
  Warranty
  
  1 year Depot or Carry-in
  
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  Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics
  
  Camera
  
  IR & 720p HD
  
  Fingerprint Reader
  
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  Backlit - US English
  
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  Operating System
  
  Windows 10 Pro 64
  
  Display Type
  
  14.0" HD (1366 x 768) anti-glare, 220 nits
  
  Memory
  
  16 GB DDR4 2400MHz (Soldered)
  
  Hard Drive
  
  512 GB PCIe SSD
  
  Warranty
  
  1 year Depot or Carry-in
  
  Graphics
  
  Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics
  
  Camera
  
  720p HD
  
  Fingerprint Reader
  
  Fingerprint Reader
  
  Keyboard
  
  Backlit - US English
  
  Wireless
  
  Intel® 9560 802.11AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth® 5.1 with vPro™
  
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  8th Generation Intel® Core™ i5-8365U Processor with vPro™ (1.60 GHz, up to 4.10 GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 Cores, 8 Threads, 6 MB Cache)
  
  Operating System
  
  Windows 10 Pro 64
  
  Display Type
  
  14" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, 250 nits
  
  Memory
  
  8 GB DDR4 2400MHz (Soldered)
  
  Hard Drive
  
  256 GB PCIe SSD
  
  Warranty
  
  3 Year On-site
  
  Graphics
  
  Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics
  
  Camera
  
  IR & 720p HD
  
  Fingerprint Reader
  
  Fingerprint Reader
  
  Keyboard
  
  Backlit - US English
  
  Wireless
  
  Intel® 9560 802.11AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth® 5.1 with vPro™
  
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  ThinkPad T490 (14") - Black
  Part Number: 20N2A01UUS
  
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  8th Generation Intel® Core™ i7-8665U Processor with vPro™ (1.90 GHz, up to 4.80 GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 Cores, 8 Threads, 8 MB Cache)
  
  Operating System
  
  Windows 10 Pro 64
  
  Display Type
  
  14.0" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, touchscreen, 300 nits
  
  Memory
  
  16 GB DDR4 2400MHz (8 GB Soldered + 8 GB DIMM)
  
  Hard Drive
  
  512 GB PCIe SSD
  
  Warranty
  
  1 year Depot or Carry-in
  
  Graphics
  
  Integrated Intel® UHD Graphics
  
  Camera
  
  720p HD
  
  Fingerprint Reader
  
  Fingerprint Reader
  
  Keyboard
  
  Backlit - US English
  
  Wireless
  
  Intel® 9560 802.11AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth® 5.1 with vPro™

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A work laptop that does everything but make the coffee

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Dazzle yourself & others

The FHD display is great for enhancing your battery life. Combine with optional discrete graphics, the ThinkPad T490 is perfect for working with multimedia. Also, features a new narrower bezel design for a sleeker design and more productive workday.

Tested for battle, built for life

Like all ThinkPad laptops, the T490 is tested against 12 military-grade requirements and more than 200 quality checks to ensure it runs in extreme conditions. From the Arctic wilderness to desert dust storms, from zero gravity to spills and drops, you can trust this laptop to handle whatever life throws your way.

Lenovo ThinkPad T490s showing WQHD display with Dolby Vision alongside FHD display.

Go from 0 to 80 in 60

The ThinkPad T490 delivers up to 16.11 hours* of battery life. If you're running on empty, Rapid Charge provides an 80% charge in just an hour. So, a 60 minute lunch break or a layover is enough to boost your battery up to 12 hours. What more could you need for life on-the-go?

*All battery life claims are approximate and based on results using both the MobileMark® 2014 battery-life benchmark tests. Actual battery life will vary and depends on many factors such as product configuration and usage, software use, wireless functionality, power management settings, and screen brightness. The maximum capacity of the battery will decrease with time and use.

Stay connected

Whether you're out in the world or working at your desk, the ThinkPad T490 keeps you connected. Use the ThinkPad Pro Dock (sold separately), a USB-C side mechanical docking station that easily connects with two male Type-C ports that slide into and automatically level your device. Once docked, your ThinkPad stays securely in place and connects to all of your peripherals such as monitors, keyboards, and mice. Need a dock, a monitor or other accessories? Find the best pc accessories to enhance and customize to your specific needs. Click and find Compatible Accessories for your ThinkPad T490.

Backside of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 open 80 degrees.

We’ve got your back—and your front

Keep your business data—and your privacy—safe with the comprehensive suite of ThinkShield security features. The discrete Trusted Platform Module (dTPM) encrypts data and works in conjunction with Windows 10 security for even more protection. ThinkShutter, a physical camera cover, blocks the webcam lens so you’re only seen when you want to be. The optional fingerprint reader uses biometrics to log you in with a simple touch.

For your eyes only

As part of ThinkShield security, we offer a combination of hardware and software that work together to ensure what’s on your display is for your eyes only. PrivacyGuard is a built-in privacy filter that makes it so what you’re doing is only visible when viewed head-on – anyone looking from an angle will only see a darkened screen. PrivacyAlert* is integrated software that works with the IR camera to detect when others are looking over your shoulder and notify you of the potential threat with a popup alert.

* Requires the optional IR camera.

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 closeup of ThinkShutter, the privacy cover for the camera.

ThinkPad T490 Healthcare Edition

Designed for use within a healthcare environment, the ThinkPad T490 Healthcare Edition (HE) does practically everything but take the patient’s temperature. It’s engineered with an antimicrobial surface and includes a program that enables quick sanitization without shutting down. Rigorous testing confirms that this laptop will easily withstand the 10,000 expected wipe-downs likely to occur during the course of its lifecycle.

Seamless security for healthcare professionals

A built-in RFID reader aligns computer access with facility access—certified by Imprivata® for compatibility with all major single sign-on providers. An FIPS 201-compliant fingerprint reader exceeds biometric security requirements for electronic prescriptions for controlled substances (EPCS), helping hospitals ensure a higher level of encryption and network security, while simplifying the workflow for clinicians.

_{Specifications may vary depending upon region / model.}

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Tech Specs

Description	Specifications
Processor	Up to 8ᵗʰ Generation Intel^® Core™ i7-8665U Processor with vPro™ (1.90 GHz, up to 4.80 GHz with Turbo Boost, 4 Cores, 8 Threads, 8 MB Cache)
Operating System	Windows 10 Pro 64
Display	14.0" HD (1366 x 768) anti-glare, 220 nits 14.0" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, 250 nits 14.0" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, touchscreen, 300 nits 14.0" FHD (1920 x 1080) IPS, anti-glare, low power, 400 nits
Memory	Up to 16 GB DDR4 2400MHz
Battery	Up to 16.11 hours* 50Whr Rapid Charge available with 65W AC adapter *All battery life claims are approximate and based on results using both the MobileMark^{^®} 2014 battery-life benchmark tests on the low-power FHD display panel. Actual battery life will vary and depends on many factors such as product configuration and usage, software use, wireless functionality, power management settings, and screen brightness. The maximum capacity of the battery will decrease with time and use.
Storage	Up to 512 GB PCle SSD
Graphics	Integrated Intel^® UHD Graphics NVIDIA^® GeForce^®MX250 2GB
Audio	Dolby Audio^™ Premium Dual Array far-field microphones
Dimensions (W x D x H)	329mm x 227mm x 17.9mm / 12.95" x 8.94" x 0.70"
Weight	Starting at: HD: 3.37 lbs (1.53 kg) FHD IPS / touchscreen & non-touch: 3.41 lbs (1.55 kg) FHD low power: 3.23 lbs (1.46 kg) FHD with PrivacyGuard: 3.56 lbs (1.61 kg) WQHD: 3.23 lbs (1.46 kg)
Colour	Black
Connectivity	Intel^® 9560 802.11AC (2 x 2) & Bluetooth^® 5.1 with vPro™
Ports/Slots	2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1** (one Always On) 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-C (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer) 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C / Intel Thunderbolt 3 (Power Delivery, DisplayPort, Data transfer) MicroSD card reader Smart card reader (Optional) Headphone / mic combo Micro-SIM slot* HDMI 1.4 RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet *Not available on Healthcare Edition.
Camera	720p HD IR & 720p HD
Keyboard	US - English Backlit - US English (Optional)
Security	Fast Online Identity (FIDO) authentication capabilities dTPM 2.0 Optional: Match-on-Chip touch fingerprint reader ThinkShutter, webcam privacy cover Optional: PrivacyGuard Optional: Privacy Alert Kensington lock slot For T490 Healthcare Edition: FIPS-201 Fingerprint Reader RFID Reader IR camera with Windows Hello dTPM 2.0 ThinkShutter camera cover Optional: PrivacyGuard Optional: PrivacyAlert Kensington lock slot
Supported Docking	ThinkPad Thunderbolt Dock Gen 2 ThinkPad Basic/Pro/Ultra Dock Docking stations sold separately.
What's in the box	ThinkPad T490 65W AC Adapter (required for rapid charging) Quick Start Guide 3 Cell 50Whr Li-Ion internal battery
More Information	Full spec list for part numbers starting with 20N2 available here Full spec list for part numbers starting with 20Q9 available here Full spec list for part numbers starting with 20RY available here *Not all specs available on lenovo.com

Specifications may vary depending upon region.

** The actual transfer speed of the USB 3.1 [Gen 1] will vary and, depending on many factors, such as the processing capability of host and peripheral devices, file attributes and other factors related to system configuration and your operating environments, will be slower than a speed of [5 Gbit/s]

Ports/Slots

1. USB-C AC power

2. USB-C Thunderbolt 3

3. Dock Connector

4. USB 3.1 (Gen 1)

5. HDMI 1.4

6. Headphone / mic combo

7. MicroSD card reader

8. Smart card reader (optional)

9. USB 3.1 (Gen 1)

10. RJ45

11. Kensington lock slot

12. Micro-SIM slot

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