•  Date Published: 06 Aug 2020
    • Intel Core i7-8665U
    • Intel UHD Graphics 620
    • 14.0”, Full HD (1920 x 1080), IPS
    • 256GB SSD
    • 8GB DDR4, 2400 MHz
    • 1.35 kg (3 lbs)

    Review

    Lenovo ThinkPad T490s in-depth review

    Today we have an interesting machine for you. If you were with us not a while ago, we had a look at the Lenovo ThinkPad T490. Now, we are evaluating the qualities of "s" iteration of the same model. Ultimately, the "s" versions of ThinkPads are thinner and lighter, whilst offering similar performance and security features to their counterparts.Unlike the others, though, the ThinkPad T490s doesn't offer a Graphics card option, so you are stick with what comes with the processors - Whiskey Lake Core iX ULV CPUs - both vPro and non-vPro versions. In addition to the most common 1080p IPS panels, Lenovo offers the laptop with a WQHD monitor with a maximum brightness of 500 nits and 100% of Adobe color gamut coverage (their claims).You can check the prices and configurations in our Spec[...]

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    Pros

    • Thin, light but sturdy design
    • Pleasant spill-resistant keyboard with long travel and clicky feedback
    • Great I/O selection
    • Supports Thunderbolt
    • Charges with USB Type-C
    • Overperforming hardware

    Cons

    • Gets pretty hot under heavy load
    • Micro SD instead of a full-sized SD card reader
    • High price