Lenovo ThinkPad L480 Intel® Core™ i5 i5-7300U Laptop 14" HD 4 GB DDR4-SDRAM 500 GB HDD Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) Windows 10 Pro Black

Lenovo ThinkPad L480. Product type: Laptop, Form factor: Clamshell. Processor family: Intel® Core™ i5, Processor model: i5-7300U, Processor frequency: 2.6 GHz. Display diagonal: 14", HD type: HD, Display resolution: 1366 x 768 pixels. Internal memory: 4 GB, Internal memory type: DDR4-SDRAM. Total storage capacity: 500 GB, Storage media: HDD. On-board graphics card model: Intel® HD Graphics 620. Operating system installed: Windows 10 Pro. Product color: Black
Manufacturer: Lenovo
SKU: 5202175
Manufacturer part number: 20LS0001US
Ready for business, ready for anything
You work hard to get the job done, no matter where the job takes you. The 14-inch ThinkPad L480 has the versatility, power, and portability to keep up – and to make your job easier. The perfect business partner!

Keeps IT departments as happy as their users
Your IT staff will rest easy with the optional infrared camera and touch fingerprint reader, knowing they give the L480 greater security. And it’s been fully redesigned for productivity, meaning IT won’t have to listen to complaints about a slow laptop. The discrete graphics option gives users greater ability to do more without additional strain on the CPU. And its mobility is enhanced by its global LTE-A WWAN, offering more connectivity in remote places, and by the RapidCharge function, allowing users to get up to an 80% charge in just an hour. The L480 will make your employees’ jobs easier, a favor they will return to your IT department. Additional details on these features are available below.

Works hard, to make your work easy
The L480 will take on your full workload, thanks to the latest Intel® Core™ processors (with optional Intel® vPro™ technology for advanced security and manageability), optional AMD Radeon™ discrete graphics, a choice of the fast file access of SSD storage or the high capacity of HDD storage, and great memory capacity. Its 2x2 AC WiFi, LTE-A, and full array of ports will keep you connected to the internet and a variety of external devices. And inputting commands is a breeze with optional multitouch display. Get ready to have a much shorter to-do list.

Stay one step ahead, no matter where you go
The L480 was built for the road warrior. At 13% lighter and 8% thinner than the previous generation, it will go anywhere with ease. Its optional backlit keyboard – with white LEDs – lets you use it in low-light surroundings and complete even the most urgent of tasks despite the late hours. The antiglare IPS FHD display is also easy on the eyes. With up to 12 hours of life in its battery, you’ll get a lot of uninterrupted time without worrying about electrical outlets – and even if you need to plug in, its RapidCharge feature will give you 80% battery capacity in an hour. And when you come back, the new USB-C mechanical side docking makes it easy to reconnect at your desk.

More connectivity, more productivity
Whether you need to get online or use a peripheral device, the L480 can connect you. Extensive I/O ports such as USB Type-C, USB 3.0, and HDMI make it easy to plug in most peripheral devices, while Near Field Communication (NFC) technology gives you the luxury of wireless communication between your laptop and other nearby NFC devices. Dual Band AC (2x2) and Bluetooth® 4.2 make wireless online connectivity a snap, but even if you’re not near a router, integrated global mobile broadband LTE-A will keep you connected.

Forget your password – and your worries
With the option of an integrated touch fingerprint reader and infrared camera, you'll never need to remember your password again! Simply touch the fingerprint scanner to access your L480, or use your face with Windows Hello facial recognition software to log in automatically. What’s more, the fingerprint reader thwarts biometric hacking with anti-spoofing technology—that means the fingerprint image is saved inside the chip, and as such, it’s not sent out for login authentication when you sign in.

Your data is protected too, with the discrete Trusted Platform Module (dTPM), which encrypts your information. Lastly, Fast Identity Online (FIDO) enables hardened authentication that wraps your access info in three layers of security. FIDO authentication pertains to your online credentials, when you sign in to websites like Facebook or Google, or make payments via PayPal, Visa, etc. This global solution creates better security for online services, reduces costs for organizations, and is simpler and safer for users.

Let your assistant do the heavy lifting
Start with Windows 10 Pro for your L480, which includes your own personal assistant, Cortana. With an 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processor, you'll get powerful performance and speed. Plus, you’ll never have to hunt for files or photos or meetings again – let Cortana do the work for you! Integrate Cortana with your calendar and you can even search by when and with whom you worked on a file, rather than having to remember file names.

Lasts long enough to have its own career
The L480 was built to last and tested for durability. It packs the renowned ThinkPad reliability and is backed by a one- or two-year base warranty, with up to three years total available (see the Services tab for information on Extensions).
Ready for business, ready for anything
You work hard to get the job done, no matter where the job takes you. The 14-inch ThinkPad L480 has the versatility, power, and portability to keep up – and to make your job easier. The perfect business partner!

Keeps IT departments as happy as their users
Your IT staff will rest easy with the optional infrared camera and touch fingerprint reader, knowing they give the L480 greater security. And it’s been fully redesigned for productivity, meaning IT won’t have to listen to complaints about a slow laptop. The discrete graphics option gives users greater ability to do more without additional strain on the CPU. And its mobility is enhanced by its global LTE-A WWAN, offering more connectivity in remote places, and by the RapidCharge function, allowing users to get up to an 80% charge in just an hour. The L480 will make your employees’ jobs easier, a favor they will return to your IT department. Additional details on these features are available below.

Works hard, to make your work easy
The L480 will take on your full workload, thanks to the latest Intel® Core™ processors (with optional Intel® vPro™ technology for advanced security and manageability), optional AMD Radeon™ discrete graphics, a choice of the fast file access of SSD storage or the high capacity of HDD storage, and great memory capacity. Its 2x2 AC WiFi, LTE-A, and full array of ports will keep you connected to the internet and a variety of external devices. And inputting commands is a breeze with optional multitouch display. Get ready to have a much shorter to-do list.

Stay one step ahead, no matter where you go
The L480 was built for the road warrior. At 13% lighter and 8% thinner than the previous generation, it will go anywhere with ease. Its optional backlit keyboard – with white LEDs – lets you use it in low-light surroundings and complete even the most urgent of tasks despite the late hours. The antiglare IPS FHD display is also easy on the eyes. With up to 12 hours of life in its battery, you’ll get a lot of uninterrupted time without worrying about electrical outlets – and even if you need to plug in, its RapidCharge feature will give you 80% battery capacity in an hour. And when you come back, the new USB-C mechanical side docking makes it easy to reconnect at your desk.

More connectivity, more productivity
Whether you need to get online or use a peripheral device, the L480 can connect you. Extensive I/O ports such as USB Type-C, USB 3.0, and HDMI make it easy to plug in most peripheral devices, while Near Field Communication (NFC) technology gives you the luxury of wireless communication between your laptop and other nearby NFC devices. Dual Band AC (2x2) and Bluetooth® 4.2 make wireless online connectivity a snap, but even if you’re not near a router, integrated global mobile broadband LTE-A will keep you connected.

Forget your password – and your worries
With the option of an integrated touch fingerprint reader and infrared camera, you'll never need to remember your password again! Simply touch the fingerprint scanner to access your L480, or use your face with Windows Hello facial recognition software to log in automatically. What’s more, the fingerprint reader thwarts biometric hacking with anti-spoofing technology—that means the fingerprint image is saved inside the chip, and as such, it’s not sent out for login authentication when you sign in.

Your data is protected too, with the discrete Trusted Platform Module (dTPM), which encrypts your information. Lastly, Fast Identity Online (FIDO) enables hardened authentication that wraps your access info in three layers of security. FIDO authentication pertains to your online credentials, when you sign in to websites like Facebook or Google, or make payments via PayPal, Visa, etc. This global solution creates better security for online services, reduces costs for organizations, and is simpler and safer for users.

Let your assistant do the heavy lifting
Start with Windows 10 Pro for your L480, which includes your own personal assistant, Cortana. With an 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processor, you'll get powerful performance and speed. Plus, you’ll never have to hunt for files or photos or meetings again – let Cortana do the work for you! Integrate Cortana with your calendar and you can even search by when and with whom you worked on a file, rather than having to remember file names.

Lasts long enough to have its own career
The L480 was built to last and tested for durability. It packs the renowned ThinkPad reliability and is backed by a one- or two-year base warranty, with up to three years total available (see the Services tab for information on Extensions).
Products specifications
Attribute nameAttribute value
Battery life (max)12.2 h
Width13.2"
Depth9.25"
Height0.886"
Weight3.7 lbs
Housing MaterialAcrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS)
Antenna Type2x2
Bluetooth version4.1
Number of HDDs installed1
Tjunction100 °C
Maximum internal memory32 GB
Storage mediaHDD
Compatible memory cardsMicroSD (TransFlash)
Discrete graphics card modelNot available
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Motherboard chipsetIntel SoC
HD typeHD
Native aspect ratio16:9
Display surfaceMatt
On-board graphics card familyIntel® HD Graphics
Headphone outputs1
Operating system architecture64-bit
System bus rate4 GT/s
AC adapter power65 W
Memory layout (slots x size)1 x 4 GB
Processor generation7th gen Intel® Core™ i5
Number of built-in speakers2
Speaker power2 W
Maximum on-board graphics card memory32 GB
On-board graphics card DirectX version12.0
On-board graphics card OpenGL version4.4
Market positioningBusiness
HDMI version1.4b
Configurable TDP-down frequency0.8 GHz
Intel Smart Response Technology version1.00
Configurable TDP-down7.5 W
Configurable TDP-up25 W
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C ports quantity2
Front camera resolution1280 x 720 pixels
Audio systemDolby Audio
Password protection typeHDD, Power on, Supervisor
Pointing deviceThinkPad UltraNav
On-board graphics card ID0x5916
Maximum internal memory (64-bit)32 GB
Configurable TDP-up frequency2.7 GHz
Audio chipRealtek ALC3287
USB Sleep-and-Charge ports1
Front camera signal format720p
Front camera HD typeHD
Battery Capacity45 Wh
TouchscreenNo
LightscribeNo
Warranty cardYes
Cable lock slotYes
On-board graphics cardYes
BluetoothYes
Trusted Platform Module (TPM)Yes
Intel Clear Video TechnologyYes
Supported instruction setsAVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT)Yes
Built-in microphoneYes
Built-in subwooferNo
Combo headphone/mic portYes
Fingerprint readerYes
Docking connectorYes
Discrete graphics cardNo
Intel Software Guard Extensions (Intel SGX)Yes
Numeric keypadNo
Front cameraYes
Auto focusNo
Intel® Smart Response TechnologyYes
Keyboard backlitNo
Windows keysYes
Power cord includedYes
DisplayPorts quantity0
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity0
Near Field Communication (NFC)No
USB Sleep-and-ChargeYes
Spill-resistant keyboardYes
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity0
Thunderbolt 3 ports quantity0
Fast chargingYes
Compliance certificatesRoHS
Technical details
Product colorBlack
Sustainability certificatesEPEAT Gold, ENERGY STAR
Ports & interfaces
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports1
HDMI ports quantity1
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity2
USB 2.0 ports quantity0
Microphone inNo
Design
Form factorClamshell
CertificationMIL-STD-810G
Power
AC adapter input voltage100 - 240 V
AC adapter frequency50 - 60 Hz
Features
Internal memory4 GB
Internal memory typeDDR4-SDRAM
Memory form factorSO-DIMM
HDD size2.5"
HDD capacity500 GB
HDD speed7200 RPM
3DNo
Product typeLaptop
Password protectionYes
Other features
Processor ARK ID97472
Packaging content
ManualYes
AC adapter includedYes
Performance
Processor frequency2.6 GHz
Ethernet LANYes
LED backlightYes
Card reader integratedYes
Optical drive typeNo
Battery
Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery capacity (Watt-hours)45 Wh
Storage
Total storage capacity500 GB
Ergonomics
Display resolution1366 x 768 pixels
Network
Ethernet LAN data rates10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standards802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Memory
Memory slots2x SO-DIMM
Processor
Processor familyIntel® Core™ i5
Processor manufacturerIntel
Processor boost frequency3.5 GHz
Processor cores2
Processor threads4
Processor cache3 MB
Bus typeOPI
CPU configuration (max)1
PCI Express slots version3.0
Processor cache typeSmart Cache
Processor codenameKaby Lake
Processor lithography14 nm
Processor operating modes64-bit
Processor package size42 x 24 mm
Processor socketBGA 1356
SteppingH0
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W
On-board graphics card modelIntel® HD Graphics 620
Processor modeli5-7300U
Processor codeSR340
Processor seriesIntel Core i5-7300 Mobile Series
ECC supported by processorNo
PCI Express configurations1x2+2x1, 1x4, 2x2, 4x1
Conflict-Free processorYes
Processor special features
Intel Identity Protection Technology version1.00
Intel Secure Key Technology version1.00
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version1.00
Intel TSX-NI version1.00
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology2.0
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes12
Embedded options availableYes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep TechnologyYes
Execute Disable BitYes
Idle StatesYes
Intel 64Yes
Intel Enhanced Halt StateYes
Intel Flex Memory AccessYes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP)Yes
Intel Trusted Execution TechnologyYes
Intel TSX-NIYes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)Yes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)Yes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)Yes
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD)Yes
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT)Yes
Intel® OS GuardYes
Intel® Quick Sync Video TechnologyYes
Intel® Secure KeyYes
Thermal Monitoring TechnologiesYes
Software
Operating system installedWindows 10 Pro
Display
Display diagonal14"
Graphics
On-board graphics card base frequency300 MHz
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)1100 MHz
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