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All guaranteed 100% functional
Power adapter + cable
Refurbished price:€355.00
€601.00 newVersus €601.00 new
Appearance
4.3/5
Overall performance
4.3/5
Packaging
4.6/5
Shipping
4.6/5
Reviewed 15/10/2026, Ireland. 
I would order from back market again, I just one problem with my order. When I received my order it was actually sooner than I expected which I appreciated alot. I opened the laptop and it booted up fine no issues at all. Then after a few moments of using the laptop I was hit with a horrible and intense rubbery smell. The smell was so strong I had to get up and leave the computer. This smell continued for about 3-4 hours and then faded. I can no longer smell the rubber and the laptop works fine. Do understand that when buying refurbished items the item may smell like this because of the chemicals used to replace parts like the battery. Although if you are put off by smells like this, especially rubber I don't think you'll have a great initial experience. Overall I do recommend buying this laptop though if you want it for gaming I wouldn't recommend as the graphics card kinda of sucks.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i7 - Gen 10 (U) - 32GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2019) - Core i7 - Gen 10 (U) - 32GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
08/10/2026
Reviewed 02/01/2024, Ireland.
Delivery very quick via FedEx. Laptop as new. We'll done Santa.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2018) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - Swedish
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14-inch (2018) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - Swedish
Condition
Good
Purchased
01/12/2023
Reviewed 27/08/2025, Spain. 
The laptop is compact, it works well, it is fast, although its condition is "very good" and not in perfect condition, it looks like it was. It doesn't really have any scratches, it has worked without any problems. The only thing is that the battery doesn't last that long, but that's understandable for a second hand computer.
Translated from Spanish
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14" Core i7 1.9 GHz - SSD 512 GB - 32GB - QWERTY - Español
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14" Core i7 1.9 GHz - SSD 512 GB - 32GB - QWERTY - Español
Condition
Good
Purchased
28/07/2025
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Bought this as a replacement for a well out of date Toshiba.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
Purchased
25/01/2026
Reviewed 19/02/2026, France. 
The device is in perfect condition, very responsive, and starts up and unlocks very quickly. So far I have nothing to complain about. It has good battery life and I've used it for several hours in a row without too many problems (professional use). Even though it discharged quickly on my first use, I think this was due to the number of updates that were running at the time. The delivery was very fast, delivered within the same week, well packaged and protected with a charger.
Translated from French
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
03/02/2026
Reviewed 20/06/2025, France.
I bought it in very good condition and frankly I'm very happy with it so far. The battery holds come. in 2 h 30 of use I passed from 100 % to 65 %. Many updates so must take xon account. It is fluid and everything works well. I didn't know that it was a touch screen, so I'm very happy with it.
Translated from French
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Condition
Good
Purchased
17/06/2025
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
Purchased
26/07/2026
YesHDMI port
IntegratedGraphic Card Brand
256SSD storage capacity (GB)
YesWi-Fi
YesWebcam
NoSD Card Slot
LCDScreen type
2410 gWeight
NoTouchscreen
The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 is a reliable business laptop released in 2019. It features an Intel Core i5 processor running at 1.6 GHz, designed to handle everyday work tasks efficiently while maintaining the durability expected from the ThinkPad series.
Key features:
Release Year: 2019
Processor: Intel Core i5 at 1.6 GHz
Display: 14-inch screen
Build: Durable chassis typical of ThinkPad range
Connectivity: Standard ports and wireless options
Who is this for?
The Lenovo ThinkPad T490 suits professionals and students who require a sturdy laptop for everyday productivity tasks such as document editing, web browsing, and office applications. Its balanced performance and robust build make it a practical choice for those who value reliability over high-end gaming or heavy multimedia editing.
Pros & Cons:
Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Durable and reliable ThinkPad build | Processor speed suitable for general tasks but not intensive workloads |
Compact 14-inch display ideal for portability | No mention of advanced graphics capabilities |
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