UAE Price
AED 799
India Price
₹19,990
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Laptop · Lenovo · 2017
The Lenovo ThinkPad T470s-20HF0012US (ThinkPad T470s Series) 512GB / 16GB is Lenovo's 2017 laptop featuring a height x width x depth (in mm): 19 x 331 x 227 ( = 0.75 x 13.03 x 8.94 in) display, the Intel Core i5-7300U 2c/4t 2 x 2.6 - 3.5 GHz, Kaby Lake chipset. At AED 799 in the UAE and ₹19,990 in India, it sits firmly in the budget tier.
The ThinkPad T470s excels with its Intel Core i5-7300U and 16GB DDR4 RAM, delivering stable multitasking for legacy enterprise apps and light development work. Its 51Wh battery sustains 7–8 hours under moderate use, aided by dual internal cells. The 512GB SSD offers fast boot and app load times, while the 1080p display and full-size keyboard suit prolonged typing. The Thunderbolt 3 port enables external GPU or high-speed storage, rare in this class. Weakness: Intel HD 620 struggles with any modern graphics load—no video editing or gaming. Thermals throttle under sustained CPU load, limiting performance. In UAE at AED 799, it’s good value because enterprise-grade durability and expandability outlast newer budget laptops. In India at ₹19990, it’s overpriced; newer Ryzen 3 or i3-1215U laptops with 16GB RAM and better efficiency are available for similar cost, offering longer battery and modern connectivity.
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| Battery | 51 Wh, 4230 mAh Lithium-Ion, 2 separate internal batteries; 24 + 27 Wh |
| Camera | Webcam: 720p HDPrimary Camera: 1 MPix |
| Connections | 3 USB 3.0 / 3.1 Gen1, 1 USB 3.1 Gen2, 1 Thunderbolt, 1 HDMI, 1 Kensington Lock, Audio Connections: 3.5 combo, Card Reader: SD, 1 Fingerprint Reader |
| Networking | Intel Ethernet Connection I219-LM (10/100/1000MBit/s), Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 8265 (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 4.2 |
| Size | height x width x depth (in mm): 19 x 331 x 227 ( = 0.75 x 13.03 x 8.94 in) |
| Weight | 1.362 kg ( = 48.04 oz / 3 pounds), Power Supply: 352 g ( = 12.42 oz / 0.78 pounds) |
| Display | 14.00 inch 16:9, 1920 x 1080 pixel 157 PPI, 10-point multi-touch, LEN40A9 (R140NWF5 R1), IPS, glossy: no |
| Graphics adapter | Intel HD Graphics 620, Core: 1100 MHz, 21.20.16.4550 |
| Memory | 8 GB , DDR4 2133 MHz (dual-channel; 4 GB SODIMM + 4 GB soldered) |
| Storage | 512 |
| Mainboard | Intel Kaby Lake-U Premium PCH |
| Soundcard | Realtek ALC298 @ Intel Sunrise Point PCH - High Definition Audio Controller |
| Additional features | Speakers: 2.0, Keyboard: Chiclet / Lenovo AccuType, Keyboard Light: yes, 36 Months Warranty |
| Links | Lenovo homepageLenovo notebook section |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-7300U 2c/4t 2 x 2.6 - 3.5 GHz, Kaby Lake |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 64 Bit |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the ThinkPad T470s.
It can still be worth buying in 2026 if you need a durable, business-grade laptop for light productivity tasks and don't require the latest software optimizations. At this price point, its build quality and ample RAM make it a strong value for budget-conscious buyers.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T470s-20HF0012US is priced at AED 799 in the UAE. It is available through select refurbished and second-hand electronics retailers across major cities.
The Lenovo ThinkPad T470s-20HF0012US is priced at ₹19990 in India. It is available through online marketplaces and certified pre-owned laptop sellers.
The camera delivers 720p HD video with decent clarity in well-lit environments but struggles in low light. It is sufficient for basic video calls but not designed for professional streaming or high-quality recordings.
The battery lasts up to 10 hours under typical office usage like web browsing and document editing. Actual runtime varies based on screen brightness and background applications.
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