UAE Price
AED 899
India Price
₹22,990
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Laptop · Lenovo · 2019
The Lenovo ThinkPad E490-20N90004GE (ThinkPad E490 Series) 512GB / 16GB is Lenovo's 2019 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 19.9 x 329 x 242 ( = 0.78 x 12.95 x 9.53 in) display, the Intel Core i7-8565U 4c/8t 4 x 1.8 - 4.6 GHz (Intel Core i7) chipset. At AED 899 in the UAE and ₹22,990 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E490-20N90004GE excels with its Intel Core i7-8565U and AMD Radeon RX 550X with 2GB GDDR5 VRAM, delivering reliable multitasking and light gaming performance unmatched in its price bracket. The 16GB DDR4-2400 RAM ensures smooth operation across multiple applications, while the 45Wh battery sustains 6–7 hours under moderate use. Its 512GB SSD offers fast boot times, and the 1.86kg build with spill-resistant keyboard suits mobile professionals. Weakness: the single-channel RAM and outdated Intel Wireless-AC 9260 limit bandwidth and thermal headroom under sustained load. In UAE at AED 899, it’s good value because the GPU and CPU combo outperforms newer budget laptops with integrated graphics. In India at ₹22990, it’s overpriced—similar specs appear in newer Ryzen 5 or Intel i5 laptops with dual-channel RAM and Wi-Fi 6 for under ₹20000. Buy only if you need the ThinkPad keyboard and can find a used unit with warranty.
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| Battery | 45 Wh Lithium-Polymer |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p |
| Connections | 1 USB 2.0, 2 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: 3.5 mm stereo jack, Card Reader: microSD, 1 Fingerprint Reader |
| Networking | Realtek RTL8168/8111 Gigabit-LAN (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Wireless-AC 9260 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.0 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 19.9 x 329 x 242 ( = 0.78 x 12.95 x 9.53 in) |
| Weight | 1.864 kg ( = 65.75 oz / 4.11 pounds), Power Supply: 337 g ( = 11.89 oz / 0.74 pounds) |
| Display | 14.00 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 157 PPI, B140HAN04.2, IPS, glossy: no, 60 Hz |
| Graphics adapter | AMD Radeon RX 550X (Laptop) - 2048 MB VRAM, Core: 1176 MHz, RAM: 1500 MHz, GDDR5, Adrenalin 17.12 |
| Memory | 16 GB , DDR4-2400, Single-Channel, 2 Slots, up to 64 GB |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Cannon Lake-U PCH-LP Premium |
| Soundcard | Intel Cannon Lake-H/S - cAVS (Audio, Voice, Speech) |
| Additional features | Speakers: 2x 1.5 Watt Stereo, Keyboard: Chiclet, Keyboard Light: yes, 65W PSU (USB-C), Lenovo Tools, 12 Months Warranty |
| Links | Lenovo homepageLenovo notebook section |
| Price | 1120 Euro |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-8565U 4c/8t 4 x 1.8 - 4.6 GHz (Intel Core i7) |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the ThinkPad E490.
It may still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a durable, business-grade laptop for basic tasks and don't require cutting-edge performance. Its 16GB RAM and 512GB SSD offer good longevity for office work, but consider software updates and future compatibility.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E490-20N90004GE is priced at AED 899 in the UAE. It is available through authorized retailers and online marketplaces in the region.
The Lenovo ThinkPad E490-20N90004GE is priced at ₹22990 in India. It can be found on major e-commerce platforms and authorized Lenovo dealers across the country.
The camera delivers 720p HD video quality suitable for video calls and online meetings. It performs adequately in well-lit environments but struggles in low-light conditions.
The battery lasts up to 8 hours under typical usage conditions like web browsing and document editing. Actual life varies based on screen brightness and workload.
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