Lenovo ThinkPad T480 — 14" Touchscreen Business Laptop
The Lenovo ThinkPad T480 is a proven 14" business workhorse with a responsive Full HD touchscreen — 8th Gen Intel i5, 8GB RAM and a fast 256GB NVMe SSD, ready for everyday office, study and remote work. Backed by Reboot IT's 12-month warranty.
Key Benefits
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14" Full HD touchscreen: matte anti-glare IPS panel with 10-point capacitive touch for natural Windows 11 gestures and easy on-screen signing.
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Intel Core i5-8350U: 4 cores / 8 threads up to 3.6 GHz turbo — handles Office, Teams, Zoom and multi-tab browsing comfortably.
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8GB DDR4 RAM: SODIMM memory is upgradeable to 32GB if your workload grows.
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256GB NVMe SSD: PCIe storage with self-encrypting OPAL support — fast boots and secure data at rest.
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Business-grade build: MIL-SPEC tested chassis, spill-resistant backlit keyboard, fingerprint reader, IR camera with Windows Hello, TPM 2.0.
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Full connectivity: USB-C with display-out, dual USB-A 3.1, HDMI 1.4, RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet, SD card reader, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.1.
Performance in Use
The T480 hits the sweet spot for everyday business use. Boot to Windows 11 desktop takes under 15 seconds, and Office, Outlook, Teams and Edge all launch instantly thanks to the NVMe storage. With 8GB of RAM you can comfortably keep email, a video call and 15-20 browser tabs open without slowdown.
The Full HD touchscreen makes scrolling long PDFs, tapping through forms or signing documents directly on-screen quick and natural. For students and remote workers this is an ideal "second laptop" or budget primary machine — write documents, run Zoom calls, browse research, watch lectures, edit photos in basic apps. The 14" IPS panel has good viewing angles and is comfortable for long sessions. Intel UHD 620 graphics handle dual external 1080p monitors via HDMI and USB-C.
Battery life on the dual-battery configuration (internal + external swappable) typically runs 6–9 hours depending on workload, and the T480 charges over USB-C or the included slim-tip power adapter. The famously good ThinkPad keyboard and TrackPoint make it a comfortable productivity machine.
Technical Specifications
| Brand |
Lenovo |
| Model |
ThinkPad T480 (Type 20L5/20L6) |
| Processor |
Intel Core i5-8350U (8th Gen, 4C/8T, 1.7 GHz base / 3.6 GHz turbo, 6MB cache) |
| Memory (RAM) |
8GB DDR4-2400 SODIMM (upgradeable to 32GB) |
| Storage |
256GB PCIe NVMe SSD (OPAL self-encrypting) |
| Graphics |
Intel UHD Graphics 620 (integrated) |
| Display |
14.0" Full HD (1920×1080) IPS touchscreen, anti-glare matte |
| Operating System |
Windows 11 Pro 64-bit (genuine licence) |
| Wireless |
Intel Wireless-AC 8265 (Wi-Fi 5, 2×2 MU-MIMO) + Bluetooth 4.1 |
| Ports |
2× USB-A 3.1, 1× USB-C 3.1 (with DisplayPort), HDMI 1.4, RJ45 Gigabit, SD card reader, 3.5mm combo audio, Kensington lock |
| Camera |
720p HD + IR (Windows Hello), array microphones |
| Security |
TPM 2.0, fingerprint reader, IR Windows Hello |
| Keyboard |
Spill-resistant backlit keyboard with TrackPoint and precision touchpad |
| Battery |
Dual battery system (internal + external swappable) |
| Dimensions |
336 × 232 × 19.95 mm, approx. 1.58 kg |
| Warranty |
12-month Reboot IT return-to-base warranty (battery 30 days) |
Is It Right For You?
✓ Best for Office and admin staff, students, remote workers, accountants, anyone needing a reliable Win 11 Pro touchscreen laptop for documents, email, video calls, web research and light photo editing. |
✗ Not for Heavy video editing, modern gaming, CAD or 3D rendering — no dedicated GPU. Users wanting Thunderbolt 4 or Wi-Fi 6 should consider a newer T-series model. |
Condition Grades
| Grade |
Cosmetic Description |
Battery |
| A — Excellent |
Minimal signs of use, may have very light marks only visible on close inspection. Fully tested and refurbished. |
70%+ health |
| B — Good |
Light wear consistent with prior business use — minor scuffs, marks or palm-rest shine. Fully functional, screen and keys in normal working condition. |
50–70% health |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the touchscreen fully working?
Yes — the 14" FHD IPS panel is a 10-point capacitive touchscreen and is fully tested as part of the refurbishment process.
Is the Windows 11 Pro licence genuine?
Yes — every unit ships with a digitally activated genuine Windows 11 Pro licence tied to the motherboard. No product key sticker is required.
Can the RAM be upgraded?
Yes — the T480 has two SO-DIMM slots and can be upgraded to a maximum of 32GB DDR4. Removing the bottom cover takes about 5 minutes.
Can the SSD be upgraded?
Yes — the M.2 2280 PCIe NVMe slot accepts up to 2TB drives. The T480 also has a second M.2 2242 slot for an additional SSD.
What's included in the box?
The laptop plus a compatible 65W slim-tip or USB-C power adapter. No original box, manuals or accessories.
What about shipping?
Free standard AU shipping is included. Same-business-day dispatch for orders placed before 2pm Melbourne time.
Can I return it if I change my mind?
Yes — 14-day change-of-mind returns are accepted on unmarked units. Standard 12-month warranty covers any hardware faults.
12-Month Reboot IT Warranty. Every laptop is fully tested, professionally cleaned and reinstalled with genuine Windows before dispatch. If anything fails within the warranty period we'll repair or replace it. Battery cells carry a separate 30-day warranty. Free standard AU shipping included. Reboot IT has been Melbourne's trusted refurbished IT specialist since 2001.