Lenovo ThinkPad T420s Intel® Core™ i7 i7-2640M Laptop 35,6 cm (14") HD+ 4 GB DDR3-SDRAM 320 GB HDD NVIDIA® Quadro® NVS 4200M Windows 7 Professional Black

  • Brand : Lenovo
  • Product family : ThinkPad
  • Product series : T
  • Product name : T420s
  • Article code : NV8PPMS
  • Category : Laptops
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  • Info modified on : 22 Jan 2025 05:59:25
Specs
Design
Product type Laptop
Product color Black
Form factor Clamshell
Display
Display diagonal 35,6 cm (14")
Display resolution 1600 x 900 pixels
Touchscreen
HD type HD+
LED backlight
Native aspect ratio 16:9
Display brightness 230 cd/m²
Dual-screen
Processor
Processor manufacturer Intel
Processor family Intel® Core™ i7
Processor generation 2nd gen Intel® Core™ i7
Processor model i7-2640M
Processor cores 2
Processor threads 4
Processor boost frequency 3,5 GHz
Processor frequency 2,8 GHz
System bus rate 5 GT/s
Processor cache 4 MB
Processor cache type Smart Cache
Processor lithography 32 nm
Processor operating modes 64-bit
Processor series Intel Core i7-2600 Mobile Series
Processor codename Sandy Bridge
Bus type DMI
FSB Parity
Stepping J1
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 35 W
Tjunction 100 C
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes 16
PCI Express slots version 2.0
PCI Express configurations 1x16, 2x8
CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio) 28
ECC supported by processor
Memory
Internal memory 4 GB
Internal memory type DDR3-SDRAM
Memory clock speed 1333 MHz
Memory slots 2x SO-DIMM
Maximum internal memory 8 GB
Storage
Total storage capacity 320 GB
Storage media HDD
Number of HDDs installed 1
HDD capacity 320 GB
HDD interface SATA
HDD speed 7200 RPM
Optical drive type DVD±RW
Card reader integrated
Compatible memory cards MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC
Graphics
Discrete graphics card model NVIDIA® Quadro® NVS 4200M
On-board graphics card
Discrete graphics card
On-board graphics card family Intel® HD Graphics
On-board graphics card model Intel® HD Graphics 3000
On-board graphics card base frequency 650 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max) 1300 MHz
On-board graphics card ID 0x116
Audio
Audio system HD
Number of built-in speakers 2
Built-in microphone
Camera
Front camera
Front camera resolution 1280 x 720 pixels
Network
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi standards 802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g
Ethernet LAN
Ethernet LAN data rates 10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s
Bluetooth
Cabling technology 10/100/1000Base-T(X)
Networking standards IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Ports & interfaces
USB 2.0 ports quantity 2
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
DisplayPorts quantity 1
DVI port
Mini DisplayPort/Thunderbolt combo port
VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity 1
LAN/VGA combo port
Headphone outputs 1
Microphone in
Combo headphone/mic port
ExpressCard slot
Modem (RJ-11) ports 1
Headphone connectivity 3.5 mm
Microphone connectivity 3.5 mm
Performance
Motherboard chipset Intel® QM67 Express
Keyboard
Pointing device ThinkPad UltraNav
Numeric keypad
Windows keys

Software
Operating system architecture 64-bit
Drivers included
Operating system installed Windows 7 Professional
Processor special features
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi)
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT)
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology)
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio)
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)
Intel Clear Video Technology
Intel® InTru™ 3D Technology
Intel® Insider™
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology
Intel Flex Memory Access
Intel® Smart Cache
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)
Intel Trusted Execution Technology
Intel Enhanced Halt State
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
Intel Demand Based Switching
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID)
Intel 64
Execute Disable Bit
Idle States
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Processor package size 37.5 x 37.5 (rPGA988B); 31 x 24 (BGA1023)
Supported instruction sets AVX
Processor code SR03R
CPU configuration (max) 1
Embedded options available
Graphics & IMC lithography 32 nm
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Intel Identity Protection Technology version 1,00
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
Intel Dual Display Capable Technology
Intel FDI Technology
Intel Rapid Storage Technology
Intel Fast Memory Access
Processor ARK ID 53464
Conflict-Free processor
Integrated 4G WiMAX
Battery
Battery technology Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Number of battery cells 6
Battery life (max) 5,5 h
Power
AC adapter power 65 W
AC adapter frequency 50 - 60 Hz
AC adapter input voltage 100 - 240 V
DC-in jack
Security
Cable lock slot
Fingerprint reader
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T) 5 - 35 °C
Storage temperature (T-T) 5 - 43 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H) 5 - 85%
Storage relative humidity (H-H) 5 - 95%
Operating altitude 0 - 2438 m
Certificates
Compliance certificates RoHS
Sustainability
Sustainability certificates EPEAT Gold, ENERGY STAR
Weight & dimensions
Width 340 mm
Depth 229,9 mm
Height (front) 2,1 cm
Height (rear) 2,59 cm
Weight 1,78 kg
Other features
Infrared data port
Graphics card family NVIDIA
Maximum internal memory (64-bit) 8 GB
Indication light
Plug and Play
Floppy drive installed
TV tuner integrated
64-bit computing
Intel segment tagging Home office, Small Business
Reviews
Digitaltrends.com
Updated:
2014-05-25 02:50:39
Average rating:85
The ThinkPad T Series is an elder among laptops. IBM introduced the first laptop in the line, the T20, about 12 years ago. Since then the series has been consistently updated and has never once been removed from the market. Only the ThinkPad X Series h...
  • Durable construction, High-resolution display, Excellent performance, Reasonable price...
  • Not particularly thin or light, Lackluster battery life, Display isn't great for multimedia...
  • The LenovoT420s is an excellent laptop for business users, and also well worth the consideration of consumers who prefer an excellent keyboard and durable design to flashy aesthetics...
makeuseof.com
Updated:
2014-05-25 02:50:39
Average rating:0
Buying a laptop is a difficult decision. Most of us have to walk a tight-rope, balancing what we want (power, style, portability and more) with what we can afford.But what if money wasn't an obstacle? What would you buy then? You'd probably consider lapto...
notebookcheck.net
Updated:
2014-05-25 02:50:39
Average rating:84
Our test device has been given the name ThinkPad T420s 4174-PEG (NV8PEGE) and represents the top model of the series. Lenovo hasn't made cutbacks in configuration and installs a Core i7-2640M and a fast 160 GB SSD from Intel. The HD Graphics 3000 integrat...
  • Good manufacturing quality and case stability, Great connectivity, High-end inputs, Matt screen surface, SSD, Optimus support...
  • Contrast weak screen with high viewing angle dependency, Very high temperature in full load, High price...
  • Lenovo Thinkpad T420sLenovo hasn't really launched a new product onto the market with the T420s. No matter if it's the classic ThinkPad case design, the excellent input devices or the installed hardware, we have seen almost all of these model characterist...
pcmag.com
Updated:
2014-05-25 02:50:39
Average rating:80
The battle for the lightest 14-inch business laptop is waged among a small handful of PC manufacturers, none more distinguished than Lenovo. The latest laptop in Lenovo's ThinkPad series of business laptops, the Lenovo ThinkPad T420s ($1,518 direct), i...
  • One of the lightest 14-inch business laptops, 1-inch thick with optical drive, Optical drive can be substituted with an additional battery, High screen resolution, Tough as nails, Phenomenal typing experience, Excellent battery life, Speedy...
  • A backlit-keyboard would be nice...
  • The Lenovo ThinkPad T420s is an amazing device when you realize that its power, feature set, and battery yields are usually found in much heavier laptops...
Laptopmag.com
Updated:
2014-05-25 02:50:39
Average rating:80
Lenovo's ThinkPad T420s is the business user's ultimate Goldilocks notebook. At 14.1 inches and 4 pounds, the laptop is extremely light and portable, but it's large enough to provide a generous high-res screen, a powerful processor, and a full-sized ke...
  • Lightweight and durable design, Hi-res screen, Strong performance, Great keyboard...
  • Modest battery life, Mediocre sound...
  • The lightest 14-inch notebook on the market, the Lenovo ThinkPad T420s remains a truly compelling choice for business users looking for the optimum combination of power and portability. The HP EliteBook 8460p has a more attractive design, and the Dell...
techreviewsource.com
Updated:
2014-05-25 02:50:39
Average rating:80
The Lenovo ThinkPad T420s is a 14-inch notebook that takes a step up from previous ThinkPads by the addition of the latest Intel Core i5 processor, which really increases performance. It has a very portable and professional design that has a comfor...
  • Ultraportable, business design, Durable construction, Strong performance, USB 3.0 & cellular data support...
  • Limited viewing angles, Limited graphics performance, Poor battery life...
computershopper.com
Updated:
2014-05-25 02:50:39
Average rating:93
While laptop buyers have been flocking to 13-inch platforms for portability or 15-inch models for mainstream affordability, the happy-medium 14-inch thin-and-light has been all but forgotten. But Lenovo continues to update its venerable T-ser...
  • Very thin and light, Strong performance, Durable design, Very good audio reproduction, Perfect keyboard...
  • Poor battery life, Mediocre graphics performance, Narrow viewing angle for video, Pricey...
  • The Lenovo ThinkPad T420s delivers better performance than its predecessor thanks to Intel’s latest Core i5 platform, but the thin machine skimps on battery life...
zdnet.com
Updated:
2015-04-17 05:23:50
Average rating:80
Lenovo's T-series ThinkPads are designed to offer mobile professionals an appealing combination of performance and portability, wrapped up in the familiar durable ThinkPad design. The slimline 14in. T420s features Sandy Bridge processors and optional dual...
  • Traditional design with solid build quality, Bestinclass keyboard, Matte 169 screen, Hybrid discrete/integrated graphics, Fast solidstate drive, Highquality webcam, mic and speakers, Integrated mobile broadband, Configurable specification...
  • Expensive, Disappointing battery life...
  • Much of the ThinkPad's design — and particularly the excellent keyboard — is traditional, but it packs plenty of up-to-date specs too: Core i7 CPU, hybrid discrete/integrated graphics, solid-state drive, USB 3.0 and a high-quality multimedia subsystem. Al...
notebooks.com
Updated:
2015-05-24 06:24:28
Average rating:0
The ThinkPad T420s is a capable business notebook with a high-resolution display, durable lightweight frame and plenty of business features.The ThinkPad T420s commands a price premium over the T420, but that accounts for the lighter weight and the 1600 x...
  • Sturdy design, High resolution display, Good performance, Stellar Lenovo keyboard...
  • Small touchpad, 5 hour battery...
  • The ThinkPad T420s offers great performance, an incredible high-resolution matte display and an excellent keyboard. With extras like better video conferencing and premium audio users will appreciate the T420s as much as IT managers appreciate the security...