Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490

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Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)
Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490. Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

solid performance

good security features

heavier than competitors

average display brightness

limited graphics power

noisy under load

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

good security features

reliable performance

average display quality

limited graphics power

noisy under load

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 24.8 cm x 1.91 cm -
Weight 1.75 kg -
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution - 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen - Yes
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU No CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores - Quad-Core
Cache - 6 MB
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 0 GB 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 48 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 1 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) - 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) - Intel UHD Graphics
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) No operating system Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T590 (20N4) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested -
Compliant Standards RoHS ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, GDPR
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
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