Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"QWERTY - English • 512 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i7 - Gen 8 (U)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"QWERTY - English • 512 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i7 - Gen 8 (U)

(4 reviews)

£339.00

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Save £1,510.00

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4 verified reviews

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4.2/5
Overall performance
4.3/5
Packaging
4.5/5
Shipping
4.5/5

Reviews

Alan S.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 11/02/2026, United Kingdom.
Bought this as a replacement for a well out of date Toshiba. Very impressed with the Lenovo. So lightweight and fast by comparison. The condition is excellent and if you told me it was new old stock never used I'd believe it.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
25/01/2026
Zohaib A.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 04/11/2025, United Kingdom.
It is sellers/refurbishers like this that make me buy from back market. I am delighted with my purchase. The delivery was super quick, the laptop was packaged very well to be kept safe and the laptop itself was in great condition with everything working as it should, good battery life remaining and it started up like a brand new laptop ready to be setup. Do not hesitate to buy from this seller. Thank you very much.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
27/10/2025
Georgia H.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 16/02/2026, United Kingdom.
Described as fair condition yet apart from some mild scuffs and marks on the actual lid, the screen and keyboard are perfect. Not found anything wrong so far. It's fast and does everything I need it to do. Also was listed as having a 1366 × 768 resolution screen but I didn't notice that until after I purchased it so I was prepared to return it as soon as it arrived. But to my surprise, it was in fact a 1920 x 1080 screen so that also worked out well.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
04/02/2026
Alessia S.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 16/05/2026, United Kingdom.
bought the ThinkPad in “good quality” condition, not even excellent, and honestly I’m really impressed. It practically looks new , there’s only a tiny scratch on the front, but overall it’s perfect. I’ve just turned it on and I’m doing the updates now, but so far the quality has exceeded my expectations. Thank you so much because for the price, this is an amazing computer and definitely great value for money.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
12/05/2026
Asif Y.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 28/05/2025, United Kingdom.
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 5 Stars – Outstanding Experience! This is my second purchase from Back Market, but my first-ever review—and it’s well deserved! Back Market and this particular trader were absolutely amazing. I ordered a laptop with 8 GB RAM, and to my surprise, it was upgraded to 16 GB at no extra cost! That completely made my day—16 GB was exactly what I needed, but I couldn’t afford the upgrade at the time. This kind of thoughtful service is rare. After a few weeks of use, I can confidently say the laptop is in excellent condition. The battery feels like new, and everything works perfectly. I’m beyond happy with my purchase and will definitely keep coming back if this quality and service continue. I highly recommend Back Market and this trader to anyone looking for reliable, affordable, and trustworthy refurbished tech.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
06/05/2025
Colin Y.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 25/05/2026, United Kingdom.
Well pleased with the laptop and good service from Back Market, 3rd time of purchasing
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Almost no signs of wear. The body may have very light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
11/05/2026
Barbara S.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 22/01/2026, United Kingdom.
I ordered my Lenovo in a fair condition and was amazed to receive and immaculate device that looked brand new. It was easy to set up and is working as expected. This is the second laptop I’ve bought from you and I will definitely not hesitate to recommend you to my friends.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
09/01/2026

Everything you ever wanted to know about the Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"

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Overall performance
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Audiovisual

YesLast Os Compatibility
NoTouchscreen
1920 x 1080Resolution
250 NitsScreen Brightness
YesWi-Fi
14Screen size
YesJack port
ThinkPadSeries
1140 gWeight

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2018) is a business-focused laptop featuring an Intel Core i7 processor running at 1.8 GHz. Released in 2018, it remains suitable for a range of daily professional and productivity tasks with a clear 14-inch display and robust build quality.

Key features:

Release Year: 2018
Display: 14-inch screen
Processor: Intel Core i7, 1.8 GHz
Build Quality: Durable chassis typical of ThinkPad series
Connectivity: Standard ports including USB-C and HDMI

Who is this for?

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 suits professionals and students who need a reliable laptop for everyday productivity, office applications, and moderate multitasking. Its robust design and balanced performance make it a practical choice for business users and travellers seeking a dependable device.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Solid build quality with durable chassis	Processor speed suitable for general use but not high-end gaming or heavy editing
14-inch display offers comfortable screen size for work	Older release year means some newer features may be absent

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is an eco-conscious decision that helps reduce electronic waste. Each device undergoes thorough testing and certification to ensure quality and reliability. Learn more about our quality standards.

Last Os Compatibility: Yes
Touchscreen: No
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Screen Brightness: 250 Nits
Wi-Fi: Yes
Screen size: 14
Jack port: Yes
Series: ThinkPad
Weight: 1140 g
OS: Windows 11
Graphic Card Type: Integrated Graphics
Backlit Keyboard: Yes
Keyboard Language & Type: QWERTY - English
Microphone: Yes
Year of Release: 2018
HDMI port: Yes
Processor: Core i7 - Gen 8 (U)
Screen type: IPS
Processor brand: Intel
Memory (GB): 16 GB
Storage (GB): 512 GB
RAM frequency (MHz): 2400
Screen High Density Display: No
USB-C port: No
Speakers Technology: Dolby Audio
Colour: Black/Grey
Processor speed (GHz): 1.8 GHz
Graphic Card Brand: Integrated
Graphic card: Integrated Graphics
Processor generation: 8th gen
USB-A port: Yes
Speakers Number: 2 Speakers
Front Camera Definition: 720P
Bluetooth: Yes
SSD storage capacity (GB): 512
Ethernet: Yes
Maximum Os Supported: Windows 11
Screen Adaptative Color: No
VGA port: Yes
Refresh Rate: 60
Model: ThinkPad T490
Webcam: Yes
Storage type 1: SSD
Brand: Lenovo
Processor cores: 4

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