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Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA
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Main specs
| Processor | Intel Core i7-8665U 1,9GHz |
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| Screen | 14" 1920x1080 IPS 300 nits |
| Hard drive | 512GB SSD M.2 |
| RAM | 16GB DDR4-SDRAM |
| Operating system | Windows 10 Pro |
| Graphics card |
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Full specifications of Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA
| Reference / Part Number | 20N20046CA |
|---|---|
| Also sold as | 20N20069UK |
| Release date | May 2019, 7 years ago |
Design
| Product type | Laptop |
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| Product colour | Black |
| Form factor | Clamshell |
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Screen
| Display diagonal | 35,6 cm |
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| Display resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels |
| Touchscreen | Yes |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| HD type | Full HD |
| Touch technology | Multi-touch |
| Panel type | IPS |
| LED backlight | Yes |
| Native aspect ratio | 16:9 |
| Display brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Dual-screen | No |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 700:1 |
Processor
| Processor family | Intel® Core™ i7 |
|---|---|
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor model | i7-8665U |
| Processor frequency | 1,9 GHz |
| Processor generation | 8th gen Intel® Core™ i7 |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 8 |
| Processor boost frequency | 4,8 GHz |
| System bus rate | 4 GT/s |
| Processor cache | 8 MB |
| Processor cache type | Smart Cache |
| Processor socket | BGA 1528 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor operating modes | 64-bit |
| Processor codename | Whiskey Lake |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-up frequency | 2,1 GHz |
| Configurable TDP-up | 25 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 10 W |
| Configurable TDP-down frequency | 0,8 GHz |
| Tjunction | 100 °C |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes | 16 |
| PCI Express slots version | 3.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x4,2x2,1x2+2x1,4x1 |
Memory
| Internal memory | 16 GB |
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| Maximum internal memory | 48 GB |
| Internal memory type | DDR4-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed | 2400 MHz |
| Memory form factor | On-board + SO-DIMM |
| Memory slots | 1x SO-DIMM |
Storage
| Total storage capacity | 512 GB |
|---|---|
| Storage media | SSD |
| Optical drive type | No |
| Total SSDs capacity | 512 GB |
| Number of SSDs installed | 1 |
| SSD capacity | 512 GB |
| SSD interface | NVMe,PCI Express |
| NVMe | Yes |
| SSD form factor | M.2 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
Graphics
| On-board graphics card | Yes |
|---|---|
| Discrete graphics card | No |
| Discrete graphics card model | Not available |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® UHD Graphics 620 |
| On-board graphics card family | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| On-board graphics card base frequency | 300 MHz |
| On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) | 1150 MHz |
| Maximum on-board graphics card memory | 32 GB |
| On-board graphics card DirectX version | 12.0 |
| On-board graphics card OpenGL version | 4.5 |
| On-board graphics card ID | 0x3EA0 |
Audio
| Audio chip | Realtek ALC3287 |
|---|---|
| Audio system | Dolby Audio Premium |
| Number of built-in speakers | 2 |
| Speaker power | 2 W |
| Built-in microphone | Yes |
Camera
| Front camera | Yes |
|---|---|
| Front camera signal format | 720p |
| Front camera HD type | HD |
| Infrared (IR) camera | Yes |
| Auto focus | No |
Network
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a,802.11b,802.11g,Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n),Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Antenna type | 2x2 |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9560 |
| Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Ethernet LAN data rates | 10,100,1000 Mbit/s |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
Ports & interfaces
| USB 2.0 ports quantity | 0 |
|---|---|
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 2 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| HDMI version | 1.4b |
| DisplayPorts quantity | 0 |
| Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity | 0 |
| Headphone outputs | 1 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| Docking connector | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge | Yes |
| USB Sleep-and-Charge ports | 1 |
Keyboard
| Numeric keypad | No |
|---|---|
| Pointing device | ThinkPad UltraNav |
| Keyboard backlit | Yes |
| Spill-resistant keyboard | Yes |
| Windows keys | Yes |
Software
| Operating system installed | Windows 10 Pro |
|---|---|
| Operating system architecture | 64-bit |
Processor special features
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) | Yes |
|---|---|
| Intel® Smart Response Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) | Yes |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel Flex Memory Access | Yes |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel TSX-NI | Yes |
| Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) | Yes |
| Intel® OS Guard | Yes |
| Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Processor package size | 46x24 mm |
| Supported instruction sets | SSE4.1,SSE4.2,AVX 2.0 |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
| Embedded options available | No |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
| Processor ARK ID | 193563 |
Battery
| Battery capacity | 50 Wh |
|---|---|
| Battery technology | Lithium Polymer (LiPo) |
| Battery life (max) | 16,11 h |
| Fast charging | Yes |
Power
| AC adapter power | 65 W |
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Security
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | Yes |
| Password protection | Yes |
| Password protection type | HDD,Power on,Supervisor |
Sustainability
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
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Weight & dimensions
| Weight | 1,55 kg |
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| Width | 329 mm |
| Depth | 227 mm |
| Height | 17,9 mm |
Packaging content
| AC adapter included | Yes |
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Other features
| LightScribe | No |
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| 3D | No |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA good for gaming?
This laptop was not built for gaming: it relies on the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620. Its card's page shows what level it handles current games at.
How long does the battery of the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA last?
The manufacturer declares up to 16,11 h of battery life. Real duration depends on brightness, workload and battery health.
What is the screen of the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA like?
It carries a 14" 1920x1080 IPS 300 nits display.
Which processor and graphics card does the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA have?
It runs on the Intel Core i7-8665U processor with the Intel UHD Graphics 620 graphics. Their pages carry their benchmarks, ranking position and alternatives.
Can the RAM of the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA be upgraded?
Yes: it has 1 memory slot and takes up to 48 GB according to the manufacturer (it ships with 16GB).
Which operating system does the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA come with?
It comes with Windows 10 Pro preinstalled.
Which ports does the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA have?
According to its spec sheet: 2 × USB-C, 2 × USB-A, 1 × HDMI, Ethernet (RJ-45), card reader, headphone jack (3.5 mm).
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA have a backlit keyboard?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the keyboard is backlit.
Does the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA have a touch screen?
Yes, according to its spec sheet the screen is a touch screen.
How much does the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA weigh?
It weighs 1,55 kg, a normal weight for its size: easy enough to move around.
When was the Lenovo ThinkPad T T490 20N20046CA released?
Its release date is May 2019, 7 years ago.