Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)

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Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)

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Detailed comparison and review of Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX). With our comprehensive overview, you can simply compare dimensions, performance, storage, functions, but also other key features of both laptops and easily decide which one is the right choice for you. Our goal is to help you identify the main differences between products and find the laptop that best fits your needs and expectations.

Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust build quality

excellent keyboard feel

impressive battery life

lightweight design

good security features

average display brightness

limited graphics performance

no HDMI port

higher price point

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) and Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
82 % - Design
72 % - Display
72 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) vs. Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 36.58 cm x 25.28 cm x 2.02 cm 32.9 cm x 22.615 cm x 1.67 cm
Weight 1.97 kg 1.35 kg
Case Material Glass-fibre reinforced plastic, polyphenylene sulfide Magnesium alloy, carbon fibre reinforced plastic
Colour Black Black
DISPLAY Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (10-point multi-touch)
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 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut - 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare Anti-glare, on-cell touch technology, 170° viewing angle, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
CPU Intel Core i5 (6th Gen) 6200U / 2.3 GHz Intel Core i5 (8th Gen) 8265U / 1.6 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 2.8 GHz 3.9 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core Quad-Core
Cache 3 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features Integrated memory controller Integrated memory controller
MEMORY Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 32 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM DDR4 SDRAM
Speed - 2400 MHz
Rated Speed - 2666 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe - TCG Opal Encryption 2, NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - TCG Opal Encryption - Toshiba
AUDIO & VIDEO Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel HD Graphics 520 Intel UHD Graphics 620
Camera Yes - 720p Yes - 720p
Camera Features - IR camera, ThinkShutter camera privacy
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec Realtek ALC3268 Realtek ALC3287
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio Premium
COMMUNICATIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Wireless 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8260 - M.2 Card Intel Wireless-AC 9560
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Intel I219-V -
Features - Gigabit Ethernet via optional Ethernet (RJ-45) adapter
WWAN
Generation 4G -
Technology UMTS, HSPA, HSPA+, DC-HSPA+, LTE Advanced -
Controller Sierra Wireless EM7455 - M.2 Card -
BATTERY Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Technology Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Installed Qty 2 -
Battery Capacity (Size) - 57 Wh
Battery Life Up to 13.8 hours Up to 20 hours
AC ADAPTER Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Type Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav Keyboard, TrackPoint, UltraNav
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Slots 1 x Micro-SIM card (1 free) -
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0
USB 3.1 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (Always On)
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3)
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Dock
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
Lenovo Ethernet extension connector
Memory Card Reader 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card, SDXC UHS Card) Yes (microSD)
SOFTWARE Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Operating System (OS) Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Edition (available through downgrade rights from Windows 10 Pro 64-bit) + Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Licence Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition
Software Included Adobe Reader, ThinkVantage System Update, ThinkVantage Product Recovery, Lenovo Solution Center, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), Lenovo PowerEngage -
MISCELLANEOUS Lenovo ThinkPad T570 (20JW) Lenovo ThinkPad T490s (20NX)
Dockable Yes Yes
Included Accessories Power adapter USB-C power adapter
Security Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader, smart card reader Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot Kensington 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, MIL-STD-810G tested Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password, RapidCharge, MIL-STD-810G tested
Navigation Receiver GPS -
Compliant Standards RoHS RoHS
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
EPEAT Compliant - EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - 3 years - on-site
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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