Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14"QWERTZ - German • 256 GB • RAM 8GB • Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)
(144 reviews)
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Refurbished price:€275.00
€799.00 newVersus €799.00 new
Appearance
4.4/5
Overall performance
4.2/5
Packaging
4.6/5
Shipping
4.4/5
Reviewed 13/01/2025, Ireland.
Best buy in my whole life. Price was a fraction compared to new one, but most importantly, it looks, works and feels like a brand new one. there is not a single scratch, not even around usb or any other ports. First bought second hand one from Amazon, 6 keys on the keyboard didn't work and HDMI port also. sent it back and still waiting for refund. I'm regretting not finding Back Market 1st. If my next purchase will also be that good, I'll praise Back Market even more... And by the way, shipping from Denmark to Ireland, right after new year in 3 days, that was really appreciated after Amazon Christmas experience...👍
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
30/12/2024
Reviewed 26/04/2026, Ireland.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 8GB - SSD 512 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Good
Purchased
14/04/2026
Reviewed 29/04/2026, United Kingdom.
Very pleased with my refurbished ThinkPad. It arrived super quickly (next day) and in good working order. Condition is great, does not look/feel like brand new but better than 'fair'. It's a 'proper' laptop and doesn't feel super fancy or modern but does the job for what I need at a great price.
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14-inch (2019) - Core i5 - Gen 8 (U) - 16GB - SSD 256 GB QWERTY - English
Condition
Fair
Purchased
12/04/2026
Reviewed 12/04/2026, France.
Pleasantly surprised by the almost new condition of the computer, computer ready to work I am delighted.
Translated from French
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 256 Go - 8 Go AZERTY - Français
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 256 Go - 8 Go AZERTY - Français
Condition
Good
Purchased
31/03/2026
Reviewed 10/03/2026, France.
I received the device in perfect condition, in impeccable protective packaging. The battery lasts for several hours of intensive office use (teams, video, Excel, Internet browsing). For relaxation, Dwarffortress also works very well :) I'm delighted with my first Backmarket purchase!
Translated from French
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
23/02/2026
Reviewed 23/03/2026, France.
Very good product, fast, light, intuitive I'm delighted with my purchase
Translated from French
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i5 1.6 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Condition
Excellent
Purchased
12/03/2026
Reviewed 15/03/2026, France.
The device is very good, like new. The only major downside is that it doesn't have everything that was advertised. For example, it doesn't have a card reader (or I couldn't find one...?) even though it's advertised as having an SDXC card reader. On the other hand, it has a touchscreen that it wasn't supposed to have, which I'm afraid is of no use to me. It's a shame, especially as this seems to be a recurring problem, according to other reviews, and another previous purchase for which I could have made the same comments (both negative and positive). Apart from that, the condition is absolutely perfect, even though it was only supposed to be 'OK'!
Translated from French
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i7 1.9 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s 14" Core i7 1.9 GHz - SSD 512 Go - 16 Go AZERTY - Français
Condition
Fair
Purchased
23/02/2026
1350 gWeight
NoEthernet
1920 x 1080Resolution
Integrated GraphicsGraphic card
QWERTZ - GermanKeyboard Language & Type
Core i5 - Gen 8 (U)Processor
NoUSB-C port
256SSD storage capacity (GB)
SSDStorage type 1
The Lenovo ThinkPad T490s is a durable and slim 14-inch laptop released in 2018. It features an Intel Core i5 processor running at 1.6 GHz, making it suitable for everyday professional and personal tasks. The ThinkPad T490s is known for its solid build quality and practical design, continuing Lenovo’s reputation for reliable business laptops.
Key features:
Release Year: 2018
Display: 14-inch screen size
Processor: Intel Core i5 at 1.6 GHz
Build: Slim and lightweight chassis designed for portability
Connectivity: Includes USB-C and other standard ports
Who is this for?
The Lenovo ThinkPad T490s suits professionals and students who need a reliable laptop for office tasks, web browsing, and light multitasking. Its slim design makes it a good choice for users who travel frequently or work in different locations. Compared to bulkier business models, the T490s offers a balance of portability and performance.
Pros & Cons:
Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
Slim and lightweight design | Processor speed suitable for general use but not intensive tasks |
Durable build quality typical of ThinkPad series | Display resolution and features may not match newer models |
Why refurbished?
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