Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"QWERTY - English • 1024 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)

Name: Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 1 TB QWERTY - English
Brand: Lenovo
Price: 350.00 GBP
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Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"QWERTY - English • 1024 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)

(339 reviews)

£350.00

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Save £1,220.00

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Customer reviews for Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"

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339 verified reviews

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4.2/5
Overall performance
4.3/5
Packaging
4.6/5
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Bought this as a replacement for a well out of date Toshiba.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
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
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
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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8th genProcessor generation
16 GBMemory (GB)
250 NitsScreen Brightness
NoScreen Adaptative Color
YesBluetooth
YesWi-Fi
Integrated GraphicsGraphic card
1024SSD storage capacity (GB)
Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)Processor

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) is a practical business laptop featuring an Intel Core i5 processor running at 1.6 GHz. Released in 2019, it remains a solid choice for everyday work tasks, combining portability with a dependable performance profile.

Key features:

Release Year: 2019
Processor: Intel Core i5 running at 1.6 GHz
Display: 14-inch screen size
Build: Durable chassis designed for business use
Connectivity: Standard business ports and wireless options

Who is this for?

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 suits professionals and students who need a reliable laptop for daily productivity tasks such as document editing, web browsing, and video calls. Its 14-inch size balances portability and usability, making it suitable for those who travel or work remotely.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Solid build quality suitable for business use	Processor speed is suited to standard tasks rather than heavy computing
Compact 14-inch display for portability	Display resolution and features may not match newer models

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is an eco-conscious decision that extends the life of a reliable device. Each laptop is carefully tested and certified to meet Back Market’s standards. Learn more about our quality standards.

Processor generation: 8th gen
Memory (GB): 16 GB
Screen Brightness: 250 Nits
Screen Adaptative Color: No
Bluetooth: Yes
Wi-Fi: Yes
Graphic card: Integrated Graphics
SSD storage capacity (GB): 1024
Processor: Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)
Screen High Density Display: No
Refresh Rate: 60
Screen size: 14
Webcam: Yes
Keyboard Language & Type: QWERTY - English
Processor brand: Intel
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Screen type: IPS
Speakers Technology: Dolby Audio
Model: ThinkPad T490
Maximum Os Supported: Windows 11
Speakers Number: 2 Speakers
Processor cores: 4
Processor speed (GHz): 1.6 GHz
Ethernet: Yes
Backlit Keyboard: Yes
SD Card Slot: SD
Microphone: Yes
Colour: Black/Grey
Last Os Compatibility: Yes
Numeric keypad: No
Graphic Card Type: Integrated Graphics
Front Camera Definition: 720P
Storage (GB): 1024 GB
Touchscreen: No
Weight: 1460 g
Year of Release: 2019
OS: Windows 11
Brand: Lenovo
Series: ThinkPad
Storage type 1: SSD
RAM frequency (MHz): 2400
Graphic Card Brand: Integrated

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