Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard comfort

impressive battery life

efficient thermal management

reliable security features

mediocre display brightness

limited graphics performance

no thunderbolt support

higher price point

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 T495s (20QJ) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490
83 % - Design
75 % - Display
78 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
80 % - Performance
84 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm -
Weight 1.33 kg -
Case Material Carbon fibre reinforced plastic, magnesium-aluminum alloy -
Colour Black -
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Screen Size (Type) 14" - 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 400 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 72% -
Features Anti-glare, Low Power -
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 Pro 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8365U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features Integrated memory controller -
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
RAM 16 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM -
Speed 2400 MHz -
Rated Speed 2666 MHz -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Vega 8 Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - 720p -
Camera Features IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone -
Codec Realtek ALC3287 -
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium -
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0 -
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 9260 -
Compliant Standards DASH -
Features Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter -
WWAN
Generation WWAN upgradable -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Technology Lithium Ion -
Battery Capacity (Size) 57 Wh -
Battery Life Up to 16.4 hours -
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) -
Output 65 Watt -
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, touchpad
Keyboard Backlight Yes -
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad -
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Interfaces USB 3.1 Gen 2
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
2 x USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
HDMI
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
Dock
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD) -
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Pro
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T495s (20QJ) Lenovo ThinkPad T490
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories USB-C power adapter Power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card 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
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - pick-up and return
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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