Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) 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 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 L380 (20M5) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.18 cm x 22.42 cm x 1.88 cm -
Weight 1.46 kg -
Case Material Aluminum, glass-fibre reinforced plastic -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 13.3" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Features Anti-glare -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU Intel Core i3 (7th Gen) 7130U / 2.7 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed - 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 SATA 6Gb/s - Samsung 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 -
Wireless Controller M.2 Card -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 45 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 16.1 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt, 20 V, 3.25 A -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad L380 (20M5) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable - Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader -
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
SAR Value 0.948 W/kg (body), 0.948 W/kg (limb) -
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
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