Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3)

Our Rating: 78 %

In depth comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) and Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340). 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 (20N3) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) 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

mediocre display color

limited storage capacity

no dedicated GPU

heavier than competitors

Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large display

affordable price

adequate connectivity options

solid build quality

decent processor performance

heavyweight design

average battery life

limited graphics performance

slow HDD storage

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) and Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
83 % - Design
72 % - Display
75 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
78 % - Battery
75 % - Design
64 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) vs. Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.7 cm x 1.79 cm 41.3 cm x 28.46 cm x 2.43 cm
Weight 1.46 kg 2.8 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre, polyphenylene sulfide, polyamide Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Black Iron grey
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 17.3" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology LED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 400 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Anti-glare, 170° viewing angle, Low Power Anti-glare
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
CPU Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz Intel Core i3 (8th Gen) 8145U / 2.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.9 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache 6 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB)
Max RAM Supported 40 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2666 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 1 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 128 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe 3.0 x2 - SK Hynix 256 GB SSD M.2 2242 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
Optical Drive - DVD-Writer - tray
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics 620 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wireless-AC 9560 M.2 Card
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 50 Wh 36 Wh
Battery Life Up to 16.11 hours Up to 6.5 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 65 Watt 45 Watt
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad - Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
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) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Dock
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
USB-C 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
Headphone/microphone combo jack
LAN
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T490 (20N3) Lenovo V340-17IWL (Lenovo V340)
Dockable Yes -
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington mini security slot
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately)
Features Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS, ERP
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
EPEAT Compliant EPEAT Gold -
Manufacturer Warranty - Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
Model Number - 17IWL 81RG
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