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

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59 verified reviews

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4.7/5
Packaging
4.7/5
Overall performance
4.4/5
Appearance
4.7/5

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Kurt W.
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Reviewed 4/8/26, United States.
Excellent purchase, even better customer service. Item was received in record time, I had a question for the CS team and they answered immediately, very knowledgeable… even their subscription emails are un intrusive. No issues with item, works as expected and now I have a new bad ass mobile workstation with dual boot, you can get a 100W laptop charger to double battery life, giving you 20-22 hours of battery life no problem. Based on my experience, buy with confidence from back market.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 512 GB
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 512 GB
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
3/22/26
Mayson A.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 12/7/25, United States.
Phenomenal for what I need it for. It has a touchscreen which I wasn't expecting, but has already saved my bacon in a presentation where I forgot my secondary monitor. It also has a fingerprint reader so I can unlock it just like my phone. As for performance, it's absolutely perfect! Battery life that lasts for 5+ hours before low power mode kicks in, allowing me to gather data and present PowerPoints without worry. The C-cell charger makes for a quick sub-hour charge, and honestly the built in mouse track is super useful because now I dont have to lug around a mouse if I want to be productive 😆
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
11/26/25
Samuel K.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 2/11/26, United States.
Device is great, keyboard is solid and there is no major sign of wear on the surfaces of the device so it is indeed in 'excellent' physical quality. The loss of star comes from the screen flicker that occurs at times and the hinge of the device makes a cracking sound when adjusting the angle. Very nearly a 'perfect' refurbished device and the shortcomings are acceptable given the price discount.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i7 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 512 GB
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i7 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 512 GB
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
1/22/26
Jayson N.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 4/14/26, United States.
The device looks and operates brand new. During my purchase, I wanted a backlit keyboard, and this one said it didn't include one. However, I settled for it out of necessity, and to my surprise, it came with a backlit keyboard! I'm so excited. Great seller! I will absolutely be purchasing from and referring them again.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
4/4/26
Jennifer L.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 4/12/26, United States.
It's a nice computer. Coming from Apple, I kinda wish the resolution was better but overall it is getting what I need for day to day life done. Also, I saw PCMag said the battery life is site on it and I have to agree. That is the only sticking point about this model. The battery pack is huge, more than what I am used to but nonetheless I like it! Backmarket made the process very easy from start to finish. Will order again in the future.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
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
4/3/26
Pam G.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 1/7/26, United States.
I did my best to find anything wrong with the T490 I received, inspected everything, ran every test I could think of, looked for missing components I was supposed to get, and despite my efforts, I had to conclude that my computer was in perfect order. Not only that, it also looked great, no real blemishes were apparent. Given all this, and the device's impressive specs, I must say that this purchase was a steal for the price. I have no complaints, not one.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Condition
Fair
Signs of wear. The body may have a few visible scratches and dents. Items with screens may have light scratches.
Purchased
12/25/25
Harvey M.
Verified purchase
Reviewed 10/30/25, United States.
I am getting the work done that I needed to on the machine. I am pretty happy with it. It does however have issues. The volume key does not work which sometimes is a hassle. Also, the light on the esc key on the left of the top row does not go out. Other than thatthe laptop is doing ots job
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16 GB - SSD 256 GB
Condition
Good
Light signs of wear. The body may have light micro-scratches. For items with screens, the screen will have no scratches.
Purchased
9/26/25

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

THINKPAD T490-512GB/16GB-SNDMPN
BlackColor
YesWebcam
ThinkPadSeries
IntegratedGraphic Card Brand
4Processor Core
YesJack Port
QWERTY - EnglishKeyboard Language & Type
14Screen size

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) is a durable and practical laptop featuring an Intel Core i5 processor running at 1.6 GHz from the 8th generation. Released in 2019, it remains suitable for everyday work tasks, including office applications, web browsing, and video conferencing.

Key features:

Release Year: 2019
Display: 14-inch screen
Processor: Intel Core i5, 1.6 GHz (8th generation U-series)
Build Quality: Robust ThinkPad chassis designed for durability
Graphics: Integrated Intel UHD Graphics

Who is this for?

The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 suits professionals and students who need a reliable laptop for daily productivity tasks. Its durable build and practical performance make it a good choice for office work, remote learning, and general use. It is well-suited for users who prioritize a solid keyboard and portability.

Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Durable and sturdy ThinkPad design	Processor suited for everyday tasks but not intensive workloads
Comfortable keyboard ideal for long typing sessions	Integrated graphics limit gaming and heavy graphic work

Why refurbished?

Choosing a refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad T490 supports an eco-conscious purchase by extending the device’s lifecycle. Each pre-owned laptop undergoes thorough testing and quality checks to ensure reliable performance. Learn more about our quality standards.

MPN: THINKPAD T490-512GB/16GB-SND
Color: Black
Webcam: Yes
Series: ThinkPad
Graphic Card Brand: Integrated
Processor Core: 4
Jack Port: Yes
Keyboard Language & Type: QWERTY - English
Screen size: 14
OS: Windows 11
Screen type: IPS
Processor generation: 8th gen
Bluetooth: Yes
Processor speed (GHz): 1.6 GHz
Resolution: 1920 x 1080
Microphone: Yes
HDMI Port: Yes
SSD Storage Capacity (GB): 512
Storage Type 1: SSD
Graphic Card Memory Size (GB): Integrated GPU
Processor brand: Intel
Touchscreen: No
Processor: Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)
Ethernet: Yes
Graphic card: Integrated Graphics
Brand: Lenovo
Wifi: Yes
Numeric Keypad: No
Memory (GB): 16 GB
USB-C Port: Yes
VGA Port: No
Storage (GB): 512 GB
Backlit Keyboard: No
Memory Card Slot: microSD
Weight: 80 oz
USB-A Port: Yes
Release Year: 2019
Laptop Model: ThinkPad T490

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