Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"QWERTY - English • 512 GB • RAM 16GB • Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)

Name: Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Brand: Lenovo
Price: 381.00 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.37 (602 reviews)

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Customer reviews for Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14"

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602 verified reviews

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Appearance
4.3/5
Overall performance
4.3/5
Packaging
4.6/5
Shipping
4.6/5

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Bought this as a replacement for a well out of date Toshiba.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
Jonathan T.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 20/08/2026, United Kingdom.
Great device, runs smoothly and fast and great from my daughter to use Serato DJ to practice her mixing.
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
09/08/2026
Ajith C.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 29/07/2026, United Kingdom.
I purchased a refurbished ThinkPad from BEST4TECH through Back Market and overall I’m very satisfied with the experience. The laptop arrived on time and was well packaged. The condition was listed as “Good,” and it matched the description — there are a few minor cosmetic marks, but nothing that affects performance. Everything works as expected, and the device feels solid and reliable. Specs were exactly as advertised, I did have a small issue initially with the audio, but it turned out to be a simple driver fix — not a hardware problem. What I appreciated most is that I received the correct model this time, and it feels like a proper upgrade compared to other listings I had issues with before.(with a different seller)
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
26/07/2026
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
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
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

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

Durability
Overall performance
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Audiovisual

YesJack port
720PFront Camera Definition
NoScreen High Density Display
2 SpeakersSpeakers Number
YesEthernet
IntelProcessor brand
YesWi-Fi
1.6 GHzProcessor speed (GHz)
7500 gWeight

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) is a practical business laptop released in 2019, equipped with an Intel Core i5 processor running at 1.6 GHz. It is designed to handle everyday professional tasks with a focus on reliability and a comfortable typing experience.

Key features:

Release Year: 2019
Display: 14-inch Full HD display
Processor: Intel Core i5 at 1.6 GHz
Build: Durable chassis with a professional design
Connectivity: Includes USB-C, USB-A, HDMI, and Wi-Fi

Who is this for?

The ThinkPad T490 suits professionals and students who need a dependable laptop for office applications, web browsing, and multitasking. It is well-suited for users valuing a solid keyboard and business features in a portable 14-inch form factor.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Reliable Intel Core i5 processor	Processor speed suitable for everyday tasks but not specialised heavy workloads
Sturdy and professional build quality	Display brightness and colour accuracy are standard for business laptops

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is an eco-conscious option that extends the life of a reliable business laptop. Each device undergoes thorough testing to meet quality standards. Learn more about our quality standards.

Jack port: Yes
Front Camera Definition: 720P
Screen High Density Display: No
Speakers Number: 2 Speakers
Ethernet: Yes
Processor brand: Intel
Wi-Fi: Yes
Processor speed (GHz): 1.6 GHz
Weight: 7500 g
SSD storage capacity (GB): 512
HDMI port: Yes
Model: ThinkPad T490
Keyboard Language & Type: QWERTY - English
Maximum Os Supported: Windows 11
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Webcam: Yes
Brand: Lenovo
Backlit Keyboard: No
Graphic Card Brand: Integrated
Screen type: IPS
Screen size: 14
Bluetooth: Yes
Processor: Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)
Graphics card memory type: Integrated
Year of Release: 2019
Numeric keypad: No
Series: ThinkPad
Graphics card memory size (GB): Integrated GPU
Processor generation: 8th gen
OS: Windows 11
Graphic Card Type: Integrated Graphics
Microphone: Yes
Touchscreen: No
Colour: Black/Grey
Refresh Rate: 60
USB-C port: Yes
USB-A port: Yes
Graphic card: Integrated Graphics
Speakers Technology: Dolby Audio
VGA port: Yes
SD Card Slot: SD
Memory (GB): 16 GB
Storage (GB): 512 GB
Screen Adaptative Color: No
Screen Brightness: 250 Nits
Storage type 1: SSD
Last Os Compatibility: Yes
RAM frequency (MHz): 2400
Processor cores: 4

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