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Lenovo ThinkPad T480s: On the Cutting Edge of Ports

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  • Опубликовано: 30 июл 2024
  • The T480s could be argued as the last "port-rich" edition of the S line of the T Series. Come learn more about this laptop as it is coming off its business warranty.
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    0:00 Introduction
    1:00 Specs
    4:42 Ports
    6:50 Disassembly
    8:40 Start-Up
    10:23 Conclusions

Комментарии • 237

  • @jonathansmith8793
    @jonathansmith8793 2 года назад +72

    I managed to grab a T480s off eBay for $700 with the i7-8650u, 1440p panel, and 16gb of ram. I have about a year and a half left of warranty. Best machine I’ve ever owned.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +3

      That's awesome, thanks for sharing your experience. Nice getting it with some warranty remaining.

    • @yziquamizzle
      @yziquamizzle 2 года назад +1

      That's a great find. Typically I wouldn't be concerned with warranty but every laptop I have had owned went through a warranty process

    • @stephenwilson0386
      @stephenwilson0386 2 года назад +5

      Just grabbed one off eBay for $250 - i5-8350U with 8gb of RAM and the 1080p screen. Haven't tested it yet as it hasn't shipped, but it's replacing a 2015ish Acer Aspire and should be a big upgrade. Plus the seller had a 30-day return policy which gives a little insurance in case something isn't working.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      That's awesome!

    • @edu1113
      @edu1113 Год назад +1

      do this have backlit keyboard

  • @Kaffarov97
    @Kaffarov97 2 года назад +45

    The T480s has so many things going for it that the next generation left out such as: full size SD card, full size RJ45, easily replaceable keyboard, upgradable RAM etc. It has a few quirks such as the TB issue and the camera cable going bad but otherwise is kind of ignored in favour of the regular T480.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +4

      Yeah the port selection is nice for an s model.

    • @darthgamer6080
      @darthgamer6080 Год назад +7

      Woah woah woah, the camera cable is known to go bad in these?

    • @SiahContent
      @SiahContent Месяц назад

      will note buying renewed if the firmware version is 20 or higher then it doesn't have the TB issue anymore

    • @Kaffarov97
      @Kaffarov97 Месяц назад

      @@darthgamer6080 Year late reply lmao but the shielding around the connection to the motherboard peels back exposing the wires and just causing it to go bad. Seen it a lot when working on them, only fix was a new cable.

  • @PedroDVC
    @PedroDVC Год назад +15

    X230, T440 and T480s in my collection! All bought used and in excellent condition! Thinkpads are gold!

  • @legoman123481
    @legoman123481 2 года назад +21

    I have a T480 that I blew the backlight fuse on when I bought it used in 2019, when I tried to upgrade the display. Then over then pandemic I decided to try to replace the fuse, and did it, now I have the best laptop I've owned . So many ports, dual SSD support, upgradeable RAM, and a hot-swappable battery.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +4

      T480 is a great unit, no question.

    • @anniel1193
      @anniel1193 Год назад +2

      does t480 have backlight keyboard? if so what keys to turn on?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      It was an option. If your keyboard has it you will see the pictogram on the spacebar. FN + Spacebar.

    • @salimsoltan2465
      @salimsoltan2465 Год назад

      ​@@LaptopRetrospective i want to buy a laptop
      What you recommend T480 or T480s ?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +3

      If it were me, I would go with the T480.

  • @snaxolotl7
    @snaxolotl7 Год назад +9

    love my t480s so much 🥰 despite having a yoga 9i as well, it's still my trusty t480s that i bring with me wherever i go.
    i think the ram runs at dual channel with anything 8gb + 16-32gb. the first 8gb of the additional ram runs in dual channel with the soldered 8gb, and the rest runs in single channel.

  • @greygoose3936
    @greygoose3936 2 года назад +15

    The full sized SD card slot is a nice addition. While I wouldn't edit my photos on that display, It's nice that you can get photos off of a camera without a cable or dongle.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +3

      Fair point on the display but you might get around that with a high quality external display.

  • @celicablues
    @celicablues 2 года назад +5

    Gonna have to pick one of these up now...

  • @hendrywahonosianipar119
    @hendrywahonosianipar119 Год назад +4

    I bought the t460s for usd400 and i have been using it for the last 2 years.I have upgraded the ram to 20gb and the wifi adapter to wifi 6.

  • @SiahContent
    @SiahContent Месяц назад +2

    bought myself a t480s after seeing its selection of ports and I couldn't be any happier as I am an IT technician. full sized rj45, thunderbolt docking options? the option for an external gpu? It is a surprisingly capable machine despite it being 2024. I got an i5 8350u model and one of the main reasons I bought the laptop is that it has really cheap replacement parts and with hundreds and thousands of these machines being made the parts are practically flooding the market to help keep the machine running like its brand new. PS: The keyboard being easily replaceable AND spill resistant? will save you hundreds of dollars in headaches later on, just get a silicone cover for it if you want it to last even longer

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Месяц назад

      The T480 units are great machines.

    • @manuelmigoya2109
      @manuelmigoya2109 Месяц назад +1

      Hey I got the same one. With fingerprint reader and, unnecessarily, touchscreen. How much does your battery last with normal use? Mine came with 80% health and lasts around four or five hours to go from 80% charge to almost nothing.

    • @SiahContent
      @SiahContent Месяц назад +2

      @@manuelmigoya2109 Hey, funnily enough just disable the touchscreen in the device manager under human interface devices, and its called a HID compliant touchscreen. my renewed unit came with a brand new battery! 99.8%. about 7-9 hours if you are doing light tasks. the 15hr figure is an impossibility though :(

  • @daviddjabo7219
    @daviddjabo7219 День назад +2

    A good laptop with fast working speed. The only drawback is that the screen image is a bit poor

  • @abelaguirrecabrera6186
    @abelaguirrecabrera6186 4 месяца назад +2

    Excellent review. I have the T480s i7 8550 is amazing for my projects

  • @hawkeye454
    @hawkeye454 2 года назад +6

    Rockstar of a machine!

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      Pretty nice for a thinner model. Shares more in common with the T480 than future generations.

  • @rukawakaede2231
    @rukawakaede2231 Год назад +3

    very good video thank you

  • @Drzahman
    @Drzahman Год назад +9

    Best machine I ever bought by a mile, I am still using it and don't see a reason why to change it. Even the battery holds up like a pro

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +2

      Excellent!

    • @Diwash1
      @Diwash1 Год назад

      I bought one and the speakers sound tinny. Can you make a video of the speaker sound using common stuff I can replicate.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      My T480s is long gone. Sorry. Business machines have functional speakers but they generally don't win awards, unless they are the higher end models.

  • @elektron2kim666
    @elektron2kim666 2 года назад +11

    I don't like the thin path we arrived at now. It became harder to open and repair or replace a little something. I find my older stuff more adorable.
    There are some exceptions. One is 1080+ displays to watch videos or have more windows open. Another is good specs to run modern stuff.
    A dongle setup is kind of mad to me. A dock under is intelligent. Several ports can be useful or fun.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      It's partly a consequence of making a computer so accessible that essentially anyone can use it.

  • @J_CtheEngineer
    @J_CtheEngineer Год назад +4

    Just picked up a 480s with 8gb ram and the 256 ssd for $200. It’s in excellent condition and I feel like a kid that won a free happy meal in the McDonald monopoly game.

  • @TheBloodFrost
    @TheBloodFrost 3 месяца назад +1

    Hi, you've done once again, a really good video !
    I was thinking of getting this laptop for college but I also would like to run some VM's on Android Studio while coding on VS Code.
    Do you think this computer can handle this use smoothly ?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  3 месяца назад +1

      Always check your system requirements against the specific system you are looking to buy. The T480 and 480s are favourites for multiple tasks.

  • @iamdmc
    @iamdmc 2 года назад +5

    I miss my T480s :( I bought a P14s gen 2 for the performance but miss the much better build quality and cooler thermals

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      Interesting, I'll keep that in mind when I look at a modern P series one day.

    • @iamdmc
      @iamdmc 2 года назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective prepare to be disappointed.

    • @solosecondhandstore5087
      @solosecondhandstore5087 2 года назад

      Is the newer gen really that bad compared to its predecessor in terms of build quality?

    • @iamdmc
      @iamdmc 2 года назад +1

      @@solosecondhandstore5087 yes 100%

  • @postnick
    @postnick 2 года назад +3

    I have a regular T480 from work. I have 32 gigs of ram in it. My track pad film has come off, and i didn't even touch the track pad for almost 2 years over covid. but overall I'd buy this machine second hand, its' been a good computer for me. My T440S is also a lot of fun but the screen sucks.

  • @10lauset
    @10lauset 2 года назад +1

    .. Cheers to you ..

  • @compulsoryevacuationdevice
    @compulsoryevacuationdevice 2 года назад +14

    There is only ONE Thinkpad design change that I have ever taken issue with, and I barely hear people talk about it: mounting the hinges on the screen, so that the screen opens behind the laptop. Now that the P1 has come out with screen mounted hinges, that marks the end of the old hinge design.
    Why did lenovo get rid of a sturdier hinge design that feels great to use, in favor of a hinge design that is known to break more often and interfere with general usage (I.E, the screen touching stuff behind the laptop when opening)? What were they thinking?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      Not sure honestly what the thinking is behind it but I'd like to think there is some good reasons behind it. Perhaps one day the reason will be revealed.

    • @juanignacioaschura9437
      @juanignacioaschura9437 2 года назад

      The following doesn't apply to the ThinkPad, but does apply to the IdeaPad, but I wanted to point it out anyway: that design issue is exacerbated when the exhaust vents are located in the rear so that hot air hits the bottom lip of the lid.

    • @eh86055
      @eh86055 Год назад

      More compact.

  • @claudiaw9246
    @claudiaw9246 2 года назад +1

    Nice! I'd definitely consider it if I were looking for a new-to-me laptop. Is the reset common to ThinkPads?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +1

      It's common on modern models, not sure exactly when it started.

    • @claudiaw9246
      @claudiaw9246 2 года назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective I think it's a great feature. I checked my trusty X240, but it doesn't have this.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +1

      Yeah I think it happened around this generation of machine.

  • @BornIntoThis20
    @BornIntoThis20 Год назад +2

    Nice review. T480s would have no issue to handle a 4k 60hz 27inch monitor to do some photo editing in Lightroom and light video editing (1080p)? One USB-C cable for charge and display function would work with a compatible monitor? (I'd like to replace my old T440s a bit too slow to handle RAW files)

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      I believe so but I'd double check by reading the PSREF as it gives you display support information.

  • @inside9050
    @inside9050 2 года назад +10

    good laptop, but I don’t like the fact that in new models the sound and microphone control buttons were removed from the keyboard (as it was for example on x220) for me this is a very convenient thing, since it’s much easier than pressing the fn and f1 -f3 buttons, also, the microphone is easier to turn off with one button. Although the decision to move the power button to the case is not bad, for example, now the keyboard on my thinkpad is broken and I can’t even turn on my laptop

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +3

      I understand how you feel, those dedicated buttons were really slick on the older models.

  • @aaroncheah2088
    @aaroncheah2088 2 года назад +3

    Don't really like the slim models due to poor battery life. I have been lugging around thick laptops for years and the thickest being my Dell Latitude E6540 plus an external IPS monitor.
    Occasionally will lug around the old T61 or T420. But these days, it is mostly the L440 or X220 Tablet. If I need to watch old movies or TV series on the move, will bring those too such as the X61 Tablet or T60p.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      Battery technology and power management really got better after 8th Gen but it's all in how you compare I suppose.

  • @potato_jesus23424
    @potato_jesus23424 Год назад +5

    I'm a bit late to the party. I just purchased a T480s off eBay for $262 in immaculate condition. It's going to replace my X270 as I wanted a stronger portable with more power down the road. I can't wait to throw some upgrades on it and make it an Arch powerhouse :D

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +2

      Never too late to enjoy a ThinkPad.

    • @potato_jesus23424
      @potato_jesus23424 Год назад +2

      @@LaptopRetrospective Oh yeah very true. I'm gonna love this one I suspect

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +2

      Let us know.

    • @potato_jesus23424
      @potato_jesus23424 Год назад +4

      @@LaptopRetrospective It's a very strong, sturdy package and the magnesium cools the bottom cover + top case impressively well making it cool to the touch on basically any load I throw at it. I am pleased that they managed to include a dual heat pipe. That really helps this thinner chassis. My designated use cases for this are: Software KVM on desk, media streaming, light gaming (2D stuff, old 3D stuff, emulators) w/ Bluetooth controller, e-mail, messengers, looking up stuff on the go, code editing...basically the go-to for travel now. I really wanted to protect my new L14G2A and this fits the bill.
      Arch is stingy about the fingerprint reader with a Validity reader upon enrollment, so I haven't gotten that working yet. It's an i5 vPro 8GB soldered model -- I transplanted 16GB extra and an Intel tri-band 18265 AC card. I got a battery with 24 cycles from the Windows report, 3Wh lost, and Linux shows 94% health...this thing is in better condition than the seller let on.
      It was pulled from an enterprise environment -- there were no surprises and everything was wiped appropriately. The condition is A-tier; the wear is almost strictly cosmetic with one little oddity of my left TrackPoint button not fully registering at the right side of it, which is where I usually click. It has to be pressed down more than I'd like to register. I can easily just place my thumb somewhere else. Maybe there's something under it that got in and I can just air/clean it out.
      I did a bit of a clean around the keyboard & heatsink + fan, the vents, re-pasted, and was happy this one isn't full of those dreaded chassis clips. I love the keyboard on this. It flashed to its newest firmware including Thunderbolt and it all succeeded, so no worries about that.
      It passed every diagnostic I ran so far. It's running as I would prefer. It's really hard to find problems with it to tell you the truth. Maybe I could adjust the hinge tension. Maybe I could replace the keyboard down the road. Maybe the screen isn't the best in the world, but I can upgrade it. Maybe Lenovo's choices in coatings aren't the best, but they're still pretty alright. Every issue is very minor and not really a bother for me.
      It's less weight than the X270 with a 3 and 6-cell. My scale has it at 3.122 lb. or about 1.46kg. There is barely flex *anywhere* and the panel housing is quite durable. I think Lenovo did very well with this model.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +2

      Fantastic, thanks for providing all this detail about your experience.

  • @MCgranat999
    @MCgranat999 Год назад +2

    I might just buy a really cheap t480s…
    If I get its hardware fixed that would be a really lucky purchase. ^^

  • @wilyamiyoo
    @wilyamiyoo Год назад +1

    I'm thinking of picking one up as marketplace sellers have posted these for around USD 290 in our country right now, but I'm not sure if this will replace my X1 Carbon Gen3 which has the 1440p touch option lol. Is the trackpad glass?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      The PSREF I believe states the material that the TrackPad is constructed from. Glass TrackPads are usually on the X1.

  • @PhannaPH30
    @PhannaPH30 Год назад +1

    Could you please kindly help to review X1 Carbon 5th (Core i5 th7, RAM 16) & T480s(Core i7 th8, RAM 16)? Which one is better for running virtual machines like VMware and VirtualBox or for coding as well?

  • @anthonybernardi4929
    @anthonybernardi4929 Год назад +1

    Great video on both this and the T480, thanks! Would you recommend either of these machines in 2023?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      Yep, sure would. Both can natively run Windows 11. I have a soft spot for the T480 with the PowerBridge system.

    • @anthonybernardi4929
      @anthonybernardi4929 Год назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective Thank you very much! Sorry for the double question, but what about for daily driving Linux, would you still recommend? I'm thinking of dd'ing Linux (Ubuntu, Mint, I'm open to suggestions) on a T480 to get me through 2-3 years of Grad School. Good idea?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      ThinkPads are well known to behave nicely with Linux. 2-3 years depending on your software demands for your schooling should be fine. i5 or i7 with 16GB of RAM and healthy batteries would be a nice platform.

    • @anthonybernardi4929
      @anthonybernardi4929 Год назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective Awesome, thanks so much! T480 seemed like the best/most cost-efficient gateway into the ThinkPad/Linux systems. I like the upgradeability idea as well. Thanks again for your help, I'm subbed and will be following your content closely!

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      Glad I was able to help and I'll look forward to seeing you in the comments. 😉

  • @raymondkongshumt4raymond128
    @raymondkongshumt4raymond128 2 года назад +2

    I am going to buy a used T480S Laptop, but I wondering if the laptop could be powered up by a portable PD Power Bank (not the supplied 65W adapter / charger) or not. Is anyone could tell me about this? Thank you and look forward to having the answer very soon.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +1

      I think if the laptop has a TB3/TB4 port that supports power delivery then the right power bank should be able to charge it.

  • @Whenlifegivesyoulehmans
    @Whenlifegivesyoulehmans Год назад +2

    Hello! I've been going through the rabbit hole of laptop research and have found your videos. I haven't owned a laptop for 7 years and am not up to date with tech specs and OS standards. Is windows 10 vs windows 11 a big decider when buying a laptop these days? I am looking for a solid windows laptop around 200 or 300 and am afraid to buy some new computer in that range because of build quality and i would like something i can upgrade as i need and wont go out of date too quickly with windows OS. Thats how I found your videos on the ThinkPad, specifically looking at t480 for its ability to build up. My uses will be trading assets, light media consumption, learning to code, light photo/video/ designing software and business development. Can you help with my search?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      Hey Rando, welcome to the channel. The nice part about the T480 is it will run Windows 11 which will continue to get security updates after Windows 10 is retired. It also has a lot of other features that make it very desirable like dual batteries, great build quality and reasonable prices depending on your region. I think you'd find it to meet your needs i5/i7 with 16GB of RAM. X1 Carbons tend to have nicer screens for brightness and colour accuracy but they are still well loved. Ask any questions you might have. 👍

    • @Whenlifegivesyoulehmans
      @Whenlifegivesyoulehmans Год назад +1

      @Laptop Retrospective Thank you for the snappy response! I'm not up to speed with computers since I've been without them for such a long time, but once I get back on them I'll learn and stay up to date quickly. I just want to make the first purchase the right purchase as time crawls by and my needs increase, so i dont have to keep getting new units. The battery options of the t480 seem highly optimal so if they do get old i can easily replace. I would like to be able to stay up to date with the newest softwares for atleast a few years, im not sure how linux works... Thats why I was thinking I'd need to have a unit that has windows 11 installed. With my trading requirements, I would like the ability to run an extra monitor or 2. Would this require i7 and 16gb ram? I've been looking on ebay at a few units, they just honestly all look the same to me since I'm not currently computer minded. Would you be willing to help me narrow down my options? What do you lose with the x1?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      You can drive two monitors with an i5 and 8GB of RAM, I just like 16GB since software can be demanding. The X1 Carbons with 8th generation Intel will normally cost more, have soldered RAM and won't have the dual battery option. Feel free to find my email on the "About" page for the channel if you really want to get into the details. 😁

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      If you tried to post a comment I think RUclips deleted it. I also have a contact form on my website.

  • @wshyangify
    @wshyangify Год назад

    Does the latest bios help with the TB issue? Wanted to get one of these but the TB issue always makes me hesitate.

  • @GuennadiKisliakov
    @GuennadiKisliakov Месяц назад +1

    I have ThinkPad T480s. Can I place lighted keyboard, in place of none-lighted keyboard? (I hope they have the same connectors)

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Месяц назад

      Yes. The process is outlined in the hardware maintenance manual.

  • @rickys3197
    @rickys3197 Год назад +1

    Hello and Thank you for review. Question pls im able to purchase from a store t480s ($400aud) vs t490s($450aud) in Australia for around similiar prices. Which one should i go for keeping in mind screen display, performance & upgradibility. This will be used for some office work , emails, RUclips,surfing etc. Your input much appreciated. Thanks

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      The 490s is a slight upgrade. As for which one is better we'd need more details and specs. CPU, RAM, storage, resolution of screen, etc.

    • @rickys3197
      @rickys3197 Год назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective Thank you. Specs are as follows please.
      T490s: $460 Aud
      1.6 GHz Intel Core i5-8365U Quad-Core
      16GB DDR4 | 256GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
      14" 1920 x 1080 Anti-Glare Display
      T480s: $470 Aud (Touch)
      1.9 GHz Intel Core i7-8650U Quad-Core
      8GB DDR4 | 256GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
      14" 1920 x 1080 Anti-Glare Touch Display
      Thanks

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      I'd go with the T480s i7. Better CPU and screen.

    • @rickys3197
      @rickys3197 Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective Thanks so much for your input.
      Lastly this is also is available: t480s (non touch) $400 Aud.
      Specs: 1.7 GHz Intel Core i5-8350U Quad-Core
      8GB DDR4 | 256GB PCIe NVMe M.2 SSD
      14" 1920 x 1080 Anti-Glare Display
      If you could suggest pls. Thanks

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      I'd still take the i7 with touch. Nicer specs and will hold its value.

  • @eone199
    @eone199 10 месяцев назад +1

    so...when the soldered ram is broken, what should we do about it?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  10 месяцев назад

      If you can't find a specialist to do the work, board replacement is your only option.

  • @89nx26
    @89nx26 Год назад +1

    Is it worth to buy one in 2022 ? And is the battery good and what do you mean by hotswapable

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      The entirely depends on what your needs are. Hotswapple usually refers to the ability to remove a component while the machine is in operation and replace it without another without creating an error.

  • @rafikelgharbi588
    @rafikelgharbi588 8 месяцев назад

    My friend i am balancing between T480s and X395 what you can help me to choice ?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  8 месяцев назад

      Size will be a big difference, so will CPU and TB vs no TB.

  • @Lumignons
    @Lumignons Год назад +1

    hi nice video ! i'm looking to buy a second hand laptop and i have a question about the T480s. if i choose to have a 32 or 16gb stick of ram as upgrade what kind of speed does it need to be ? 2133 ? 2400 ? asking because i've seen people use stick with speed above 2133 and i'm not sure if rly possible

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      "The T480s has 4GB or 8GB DDR4-2133 (PC4-17000) soldered onto the motherboard and allows the installation of an additional DDR4 SO-DIMM module of up to 16GB. A maximum of 20 or 24 GB RAM is supported."
      A larger 32 stick may work as well.

    • @Lumignons
      @Lumignons Год назад

      thanks for the response ! so i need whatever size module i end up choosing to be at 2133 mhz speed to match with the one soldered ? @@LaptopRetrospective

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      That would be ideal.

    • @Lumignons
      @Lumignons Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective thanks for your help rly appreciate it

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      No problem. Best of luck.

  • @rababnoor1475
    @rababnoor1475 Год назад +1

    T480 or T480s which do you prefer...T480 is around $50 cheaper in my area

  • @philmarfisi3487
    @philmarfisi3487 Год назад +3

    Do you find the FHD display is decent enough? Is it worth upgrading to WQHD and can that still be done easily enough?

  • @konstantinNeo
    @konstantinNeo Год назад +2

    From the rants on lenovo forums about i7 mx150 versions of T480 throttling because of overheating, I get that its better going for i5 with integrated graphics version. Isnt it so?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      I haven't read those. I wonder now what those people are trying to do and whether or not it's a realistic expectation.

    • @konstantinNeo
      @konstantinNeo Год назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective
      The thread on lenovo forums is "T480 TDP throttle" from circa 2019 and the affected users are pretty pissed about the throttling to 400MHz while doing reasonable tasks.
      Since I am eyeing a laptop replacement whithin a budget I understandably wish to avoid getting in the same predicament.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      I'll have to find it and give it a read. 👍

  • @296radithyasatria5
    @296radithyasatria5 Год назад

    Is it possible to install the MX150 into the plain T480?

  • @dharenrow9676
    @dharenrow9676 Год назад +1

    Kinda confused between the t480 and the t480s rn. My primary concern is just the battery life. Do you think the battery life comparison is significant? I just need a device for my Comp Sc undergrad.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      The T480 has PowerBridge, a dual battery system. The T480s does not. Depending on how big a battery you have in the T480 the difference is quite significant.

  • @mashle5403
    @mashle5403 2 года назад +2

    Im looking to buy a refurbished t480 with 16gb ram, 240gb ssd, Nvidia mx150 2gb discrete graphics card, intel i7-8550U cpu. I was wondering if it's worth it for its price of 530 dollars?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      That's about the higher end of price, specs are pretty good. Regional pricing can fluctuate things.

    • @mashle5403
      @mashle5403 2 года назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective it's the only one i can find that is available in my country

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +1

      Ah, then that is likely why it's a bit higher than I'm used to seeing.

  • @Thaumazo
    @Thaumazo Год назад +1

    Still running this bad boy with tricked out specs, i7 8650u, 24 gigs of ram, MX150 with the WQHD screen. Its still runs like a dream. Speakers are horrible but it truly is a professional work laptop.

  • @HullioGQ
    @HullioGQ Год назад +1

    Can you have the C drive run from the shorter NVME bay?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      Should be possible.

    • @HullioGQ
      @HullioGQ Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective Just wanted to verify it can be used to boot before I invest in those rare 42mm drives.

  • @karlunabia6524
    @karlunabia6524 2 года назад +3

    Is the t480 still worth it? And futureproof?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +4

      That's entirely up to you and what you need. The 8th Gen Intel CPUs means you can run Windows 11. The term future proof can be problematic since nothing is forever.

  • @mohammedahmedshah2157
    @mohammedahmedshah2157 Год назад +2

    I have a question, I'm med Student as well as a Music Producer I need a laptop that is Powerful enough and portable to carry Any where and has a good processing speed but my budget is below $1000 which Which laptop if ThinkPad I should go for or any other Laptop you would recommend

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      First thing I suggest is to get a good understanding of the system requirements of your most demanding applications. Then decide what ports you cannot live without. Then decide how important battery life is versus all of the above.

    • @urmeddie3816
      @urmeddie3816 Год назад +2

      You can get these T480/T480s models on Mercari for less than $250. I bought one just to tinker with. I have an M1 MacBook Air and while it is faster, the T480s with an NVMe drive is no slouch. I bought a glass trackpad and plan on swapping out the plastic one.

    • @mohammedahmedshah2157
      @mohammedahmedshah2157 Год назад +1

      @@urmeddie3816 oow Wow Wait So like how much did the Glass Trackpad Cost you also, how about the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon is it also Powerful Enough?

    • @mohammedahmedshah2157
      @mohammedahmedshah2157 Год назад

      @@urmeddie3816 please let me know the price of the Glass Trackpad

  • @glitchystaticz
    @glitchystaticz 6 месяцев назад +1

    I'm getting soo many conflicting answers, is the T480 or T480S the "superior" model? Everyone's PC needs are different, but I've heard the T480S has better build quality and is easier to open without breaking clips, but somehow people suggest the T480 more? One soldered RAM sucks, as does the reported (minor?) overheating problems, but if the case ain't gonna fit after 2 fixes, shouldn't that make the T480S superior?? Is it personal preference?? Sorry for the noobish question on a year old video

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  6 месяцев назад +1

      Can't say I've heard people refer to the s variant being superior. Build quality to me is the same essentially and as for clips busting, the more a machine is opened, the more strain is put on them. I feel more people open a T480 because there is more to repair and they are more common so you will see more stories.

    • @glitchystaticz
      @glitchystaticz 6 месяцев назад +1

      @LaptopRetrospective Thank you!

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  6 месяцев назад

      Hope I was able to help.

  • @allergictobs9751
    @allergictobs9751 Год назад +1

    Wait so only one storage slot is there?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      S variants do have a few compromises. It can take a 2242 if the WWAN slot isn't occupied if I've read correctly.

  • @freddy2nt
    @freddy2nt 6 месяцев назад +2

    Does installing a 32 GB ram require any modifications?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  6 месяцев назад +1

      I'd do some Google searching to ensure larger sticks are supported. 16GB is for sure.

  • @PatonCavaney
    @PatonCavaney Год назад +1

    The T470 isn't bad too.
    45W charging is more than enough

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      I just prefer the T480 as it usually isn't much more and gives you the TPM 2.0 chip.

  • @whome6496
    @whome6496 Год назад

    is there any way to downgrade the charging port to more old barrel or rectangle style?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      No. Any particular reason you want it?

    • @whome6496
      @whome6496 Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective im researching around internet (interested to buy) found common issues of faulty usb typed c port . Since i like the idea replacing the port instead off resoldering the ic. Since my experience with aged android phone also faulty port that you have to pull to one every time you charge it ...
      Thx for the reply its helpfull

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      Yeah I don't think a downgrade is easily done. If you go with a workstation grade machine, some still use the rectangular connector.

  • @kendrick10601
    @kendrick10601 2 года назад +1

    The last great generation of thinkpads... keyboard easy to change (Great if you live in a bilingual like I am), bottom easily removable, upgradable ram, lots of ports... very sad what we thought was granted is not.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад

      It's a very debated topic to be sure. Those upgradable machines are still out there, just not always in the T series line.

    • @kendrick10601
      @kendrick10601 2 года назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective You're right. The L14 kept some of these perks.

  • @tedarmavan
    @tedarmavan 2 года назад +3

    From my view honestly, T480s kinda resemble T490/T14, eventhough almost none of their spareparts are interchangeable. Kinda one-off design like T431s, no platform sharing with older/newer generation…

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +2

      I was wondering something similar when I was doing the reserach on the T14s and found the T480s had less in common with the T490s and subsequent models.

  • @Zzzzzzzzz678
    @Zzzzzzzzz678 Год назад +1

    Does this laptop use the same battery of the t440s laptop, cause I'm thinking of buying a t480 and swapping batteries from my old one
    I'll much appreciate any ones answer!

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      Sadly it is not.

    • @Zzzzzzzzz678
      @Zzzzzzzzz678 Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective 😭💔
      Are you sure! They look similar in photos

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      T440s battery is a model 68, T480 is 61. Similar yes, the same, no.

    • @Zzzzzzzzz678
      @Zzzzzzzzz678 Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective so are they interchangeable?

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      No they're not. A T480 battery won't even fit a T470.

  • @EchKay97
    @EchKay97 6 месяцев назад +1

    Guys is this laptop good for programming ? Please help

  • @Nearnface
    @Nearnface Год назад

    wowwoww

  • @scottsuttan2123
    @scottsuttan2123 10 месяцев назад +1

    Ya don't sell any of this laptop.... looking for one

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  10 месяцев назад

      Nope, I do not sell any of these machines. I often have links in the description on where to find them though.

  • @megatronskneecap
    @megatronskneecap Год назад +2

    Bring back the ThinkLight lenovo.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +1

      In some strange way, they are with their clip on solutions, one is actually a light, although it is aimed more at web cam use.

    • @megatronskneecap
      @megatronskneecap Год назад +1

      @@LaptopRetrospective I just thought it was a cute idea. Sort of like you having a torch under your duvet with a book as a kid.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      The actual story which can be found on this channel is very close to that same thought.

  • @yziquamizzle
    @yziquamizzle 2 года назад +3

    I can't wait another 3 years so I can get these at a cheaper price to replace my t430s.

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  2 года назад +3

      Fun part of the used market is the savings!

    • @stephenwilson0386
      @stephenwilson0386 2 года назад +1

      I just picked one up from eBay for about $250 with the i5 CPU and 8gb of RAM. Didn't come with an SSD but I have an extra that I'll put in when it arrives. All that to say you can find them for a reasonable price!

    • @yziquamizzle
      @yziquamizzle 2 года назад +1

      @@stephenwilson0386 thanks for the heads up

  • @jdprasad2489
    @jdprasad2489 Год назад

    Hi ..I'm from Hyderabad, India. Where I can get original battery for T480S?
    Is the battery is same for T480S and T480 models?
    Please share the link to purchase.

  • @ovejanegra6351
    @ovejanegra6351 Год назад +2

    I would like you to put your videos subtitled in Spanish, friend

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +2

      Subtitles are a lot of work and I don't speak Spanish. It wouldn't be much better than the automatic translation available now.

    • @ovejanegra6351
      @ovejanegra6351 Год назад +2

      @@LaptopRetrospective thanks, I get it

  • @edgargabriel6640
    @edgargabriel6640 Год назад +2

    I've got and stil have 2 T480 but I was no fan of the S-Series, due to its starting the down fall of the T-Series
    sorry to say

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      The S series has been around for a very long time so not sure if it's related to a downfall you're referring to. It goes back further back than some realize.

    • @edgargabriel6640
      @edgargabriel6640 Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective the "S"series emerged as a sideline of the normal "T" series. Following the (hyped?) Trend of "slimmer and lighter" designs.
      Same story as with (smart) phones: sacrifice of many features, like swappable batteries etc, for another millimeter or a few grams 🤦🏻

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад

      I think it started with the X60s unless there was one even earlier than that.

    • @edgargabriel6640
      @edgargabriel6640 Год назад

      @@LaptopRetrospective You show here, why the T480 was always my favourite:
      ruclips.net/video/zcW8JYW5dUE/видео.html
      Unmatched flexibility

  • @JamieBainbridge
    @JamieBainbridge 8 месяцев назад

    Have you actually seen one with 40G? According to Intel, the 8th gen CPU supports maximum 32G. I've tried a 32G-3200 stick in my T480s but it didn't work, and that stick goes down to 1866 in other systems so it doesn't seem to be a SPD problem. The source for this mythical 40G RAM seems to be a Reddit thread by one guy who won't show proof of it actually working. Until I see a system with 40G RAM I call bullshit on this one.

  • @ovejanegra6351
    @ovejanegra6351 Год назад

    I am a junior programmer this laptop will work for me using computer programs
    -myqls
    -spring
    -visual studio
    -kali linux virtualbox
    -eclipse java IDE
    characteristic
    Intel Core i7-8850u 1.9Ghz
    16GB DDR4 RAM memory
    Solid Disk 512GB SSD
    14" LED screen
    Web Cam 720p + Microphone
    01 ThunderboltTM 3
    01 USB Type-C
    02 USB 3.0
    01 Headphone/microphone connector
    01 SD reader 4 in 1
    01 HDMI / 01 RJ45 10/100/1000
    01 Nano SIM slot
    01 Wi-Fi Wireless-AC (2 x 2)
    01 Bluetooth 4.2
    Spanish keyboard
    3 cell battery
    AC charger 110/230v

    • @LaptopRetrospective
      @LaptopRetrospective  Год назад +2

      Always check your system requirements of your most demanding programs to be sure.

    • @filacero12
      @filacero12 4 месяца назад

      Has usado la sim card? Yo le puse una y no me funciona

    • @ovejanegra6351
      @ovejanegra6351 3 месяца назад

      @@filacero12 si funciona para mi

  • @obu2108
    @obu2108 Год назад +1

    Seems like everybody loves the T480s; gaining cult status?