Lenovo ThinkPad L490 Intel Core i7-8565U 16.0 GB 256 GB 14.0 " black DE (German)

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Refurbed products are more sustainable and up to 40% cheaper compared to a new device. Your trusted refurbed product comes with a minimum 12-month warranty and a 30-day free returns policy, with no questions asked.

Lenovo ThinkPad L490 - Description

Upgrade your everyday work and life with the Lenovo ThinkPad L490 refurbished laptop. Built for professionals and students who value performance and reliability, this 14-inch device delivers power and practicality in a portable design. With refurbed, you get a high-quality laptop that’s professionally checked, cleaned, and ready for action - plus, you help support a more sustainable future by giving electronics a second life.

Why Choose the Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad L490?

The ThinkPad L490 is designed to handle daily tasks with ease, whether you’re working remotely, studying, or managing busy schedules. Powered by an Intel Core i7-8565U processor, this laptop keeps things running smoothly - so you can focus on what’s important.

Key Features & Benefits

Robust Performance: The 8th Gen Intel Core i7 processor and DDR4 RAM power through multitasking, spreadsheets, and demanding software with ease.
Reliable Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 ensures crisp visuals for presentations, streaming, and everyday work.
Versatile Connectivity: Stay connected and productive with a range of ports, including USB-C, HDMI, LAN, and a handy card reader.
Lightweight & Portable: Weighing just 1.69 kg, the ThinkPad L490 slips easily into your bag, making it ideal for on-the-go professionals and students.
Webcam Included: Stay in touch with colleagues, classmates, or loved ones during video calls and meetings.
Professionally Refurbished: Every ThinkPad L490 from refurbed is thoroughly checked and cleaned for dependability - better for your wallet and the environment.

A More Sustainable Choice 🌱

By choosing a refurbished Lenovo laptop, you actively reduce electronic waste and save valuable resources. Each purchase supports a circular economy and helps make tech consumption kinder to the planet. Enjoy top performance while taking a positive step towards a greener future.

Typical Use Scenarios: Q&A

Q: Is this laptop suitable for working from home or on the move? A: Absolutely. The ThinkPad L490’s compact size and robust build make it perfect for remote work, business travel, or study sessions at your favourite café.

Q: Can the ThinkPad L490 handle multitasking and demanding applications? A: Yes, the Intel Core i7 processor delivers smooth performance for multiple apps, web browsing, video calls, and document editing - all at once.

Q: Does this refurbished laptop come with a warranty? A: Every Lenovo ThinkPad L490 from refurbed includes a minimum 12-month warranty for extra peace of mind, plus a 30-day free return policy if you change your mind.

Why Buy Your Laptop from refurbed?

Trusted Quality: Every laptop undergoes strict checks and cleaning by professionals.
Eco-Conscious: Make a real impact by choosing refurbished electronics.
Risk-Free: Enjoy a 12-month warranty and 30 days to return your purchase for free.

Choose the Lenovo ThinkPad L490 refurbished laptop - reliable performance, built for your busy life, and a smarter, more sustainable way to upgrade your tech.

The refurbed Process

Every refurbed device is refurbished in up to 40 steps — taking it from used to like new again. Here are 5 key steps:

1. Supplier buys pre-loved tech

Deleting the data from used electronic devices

2. Data cleanse

3. Swap of faulty parts

Polishing the exterior of used electronics

4. External preparation

Refurbisher sells the devices through refurbed marketplace

5. Sold via refurbed

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What is refurbed?

Refurbed is an online marketplace for refurbished electronics. All refurbed Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14" function like new, but are much cheaper. How is that the case? Once sourced, experts put our products through an up to 40-step refurbishment process to ensure that all products work and look like new. This results in us offering better value products that are also more sustainable.

Why should I buy my Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14" from refurbed?

refurbed Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14" are great value, at up to 40% cheaper than new. Equally as important is trust. We give you a minimum 12-month warranty on each device and a 30-day free trial period, during which you can return for a full refund. This means you save money, and get to test the device to make sure it works perfectly for you.

Why are refurbed Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14"s so cheap?

Every refurbed partner is specialised in certain brands. They mostly buy exhibit and corporate phones in large quantities at low prices. Their specialisation makes the renewal processes very efficient, resulting in 100% renewed products that are up to 40% cheaper than new devices.

What exactly do the product grades mean?

refurbed Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14"s work like new devices and therefore have no functional limitations. The visual condition of the devices can be selected based on your needs. What are the visual categories?

Premium (AA-Grading)
Premium Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14"s are visually identical to new, with no visible signs of wear or use. No scratches, scuffs, dents, or blemishes on the body or screen.
Excellent (A-Grading)
Excellent Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14"s have no dents, scratches or signs of wear visible from a distance of 30cm - neither on the body nor on the display.
Very Good (B-grading)
Very Good Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14"s may have minimal dents, scratches or wear on the body that can be seen from 30cm away. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is on.
Good (C-Grading)
Good Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14"s have visible signs of use such as scratches and/or dents on the body. There may be micro-scratches on the display/screen, but these are not visible when the display is switched on.

How does the 30-day free trial work?

If you want to return your product for any reason, you can return it free of charge within 30 days. To do so, contact our partner directly via your refurbed account and let them know that you would like to exchange or return your device. You will receive a free return label from our partner by email or in your refurbed account. Alternatively, you can contact our refurbed customer service. We will be happy to help you and contact our partner.

What are my warranty terms?

We offer a minimum 12‑month warranty on all refurbed Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14". This covers any technical defects that might occur during this period and are not caused by your own fault.

Examples are:
- The device can no longer be switched on.
- The unit cannot find a network.
- The loudspeaker does not work.

The battery is also covered by the warranty. A distinction is made between wear and tear and technical defects. Technical defects are covered by the warranty and are characterised by abnormal behaviour. Abnormal behaviour could be, for example, that the device can only be charged up to 40%. Please note, your minimum 12‑month warranty is refurbed's voluntary commercial promise to you. This does not affect your statutory consumer rights

How can refurbed guarantee the quality of your Lenovo ThinkPad L490 | i7-8565U | 14"?

Only professional and certified partners are allowed to offer their electronic products via refurbed. We ensure this with ongoing quality tests and constant monitoring. Our partners are all located within the EU. This allows us to guarantee fast delivery times and optimal contact to always perform our best.

Which environmental protection projects do we invest in?

We have planted over 6.6 million trees since our foundin, and we are very proud! We realised that planting trees alone does not tackle all of the environmental issues we a passionate about, however. That's why we now also support projects that
- restore landscapes — ecosystems are repaired and jobs are created, including tree planting along the way
- remove carbon from the atmosphere and store it permanently
- recycle electronic waste and reuse materials

Manufacturer name: Lenovo PC HK Limited
Manufacturer address: 23/F, Lincoln House, Taikoo Place, 979 King's Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
Manufacturer contact: compliance@lenovo.com
EU representative name: Lenovo
EU representative address: Landererova 12 Bratislava, SK, 811 09
EU representative contact: compliance@lenovo.com
Product safety information link: https://psref.lenovo.com

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