{"product_id":"lenovo-thinkpad-t480-i7-8650u-16gb-ram-256gb-ssd-ips-screen-nvidia-mx150-1325-copy","title":"Lenovo ThinkPad T480 i7 8650U 16GB RAM 256GB SSD IPS SCREEN NVIDIA MX150 (1325)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cT63TMScw-0?si=pTIWZh-bhHje13Uz\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardware Specifications \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessor - \u003c\/strong\u003eIntel i7 8650U 1.9Ghz to 4.2Ghz 8MB Cache\u003cstrong\u003e 4 cores 8 threads\u003c\/strong\u003e (Kaby Lake-R Socket 1356)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Memory - 16GB\u003c\/strong\u003e DDR4 1 x 16GB removable module, one free slot (64 GB max supported)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage -  256\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eGB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid State Hard Drive M.2 - Up to 10 times faster than a traditional mechanical drive\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay \u003c\/strong\u003e- 14\" \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eIPS SCREEN anti-glare 1920 x 1080\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eresolution 250 nits 170 degree viewing angle\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraphics\u003c\/strong\u003e - \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNVIDIA Ge Force MX150 2GB GDDR5 VRAM , \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIntel UHD 620\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUK Layout Backlit Keyboard \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFinger Print Reader\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePorts - \u003c\/strong\u003e2 x USB 3.1, 1 x USB-C Thunderbolt 3, 1 x HDMI 1.4d, 1 x Ethernet (RJ-45), 4-in-1 reader (MMC,SDHC, SDXC)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWIFI \u0026amp; Bluetooth - \u003c\/strong\u003eIntel integrated WIFI \u0026amp; Bluetooth 4.1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio - \u003c\/strong\u003eRealtek HD Audio speakers, Audio \u0026amp; Microphone jack \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWebcam -\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eHD720p integrated webcam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBattery - \u003c\/strong\u003e  1 x 3 cell external \u0026amp; 1 x 3 cell internal \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight - \u003c\/strong\u003e1.78Kgs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAC Adaptor -\u003c\/strong\u003e  65w USB- C with UK plug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperating System - \u003c\/strong\u003eMicrosoft Windows 11 64 bit Professional\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen office -\u003c\/strong\u003e Open source (free) word, excel, power point \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-Virus\u003c\/strong\u003e - Microsoft Defender \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeb Browsers \u003c\/strong\u003e- Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Tools\u003c\/strong\u003e - Lenovo System Update Utility, Lenovo Vantage\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedia Players\u003c\/strong\u003e - VLC Player \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Apps (Free Versions)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Core Temperature App, Crystal Disk Info App, Battery Info App\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eLenovo ThinkPad T480 – i7 • MX150 Graphics \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2475\"\u003eThe Lenovo ThinkPad T480 is widely recognised for its reliability and durability, but this particular unit stands apart as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003erare high-spec configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e. Equipped with an Intel Core i7-8650U processor, 16GB of RAM, and dedicated NVIDIA GeForce MX150 graphics, it offers a level of performance beyond what is typically expected from this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2477\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eThe inclusion of dedicated graphics makes this T480 especially appealing, delivering improved performance for light creative tasks such as photo editing and design work, while maintaining excellent efficiency for everyday productivity. The 14-inch Full HD IPS display provides clear, sharp visuals with wide viewing angles, ensuring a comfortable viewing experience throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003eDesigned with practicality in mind, the dual battery system—featuring both internal and external batteries—offers extended usage and flexibility, making it ideal for users on the move. A backlit keyboard enhances usability in all lighting conditions, while the fingerprint reader adds a layer of security and convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3187\" data-end=\"3420\"\u003eBuilt to Lenovo’s renowned ThinkPad standards, this laptop is engineered for long-term reliability. For those seeking a dependable business laptop with enhanced performance and rare features, this T480 represents an excellent choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"124swr1\" data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"177\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"141\" data-end=\"177\"\u003eFirmware \/ System Update Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"279\"\u003eThunderbolt firmware updated to \u003cstrong data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"174\"\u003eNVMe version 20.0\u003c\/strong\u003e using the official Lenovo System Update tool, ensuring improved stability and reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BIOS is password free without any restrictions \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSSD \u0026amp; RAM upgrades available contact me with your required size for a quote - thinkpadmike@hotmail.com\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs shown in the pictures and video, this laptop is in \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Refurbished Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is fully functional, with only a few very minor cosmetic imperfections typical of light use:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLid :\u003c\/strong\u003e A few minor scuffs and scratch marks, faint sticker mark front left corner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBototm Case\u003c\/strong\u003e: A few minor scuffs and scratch marks \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeyboard: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe keyboard seems to have had a reprint applied \u003cspan\u003e(not by myself)\u003c\/span\u003e, with some original lettering faintly visible on certain keys. This does not affect usability—overall it remains clean, well-presented, and fully functional.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrackPad:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSlight shine to the trackpad, it works just fine and has been cleaned \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese imperfections are purely aesthetic and do not impact the laptop’s performance. Please refer to the pictures and video for a closer look at its condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePreparation, Diagnostics \u0026amp; Cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe internal fan has been removed cleaned, hoovered then new thermal paste applied to the heatsink, fan re-seated and sprayed with compressed air to ensure of a cool quiet running experience as you can see from the good processor temperature reading via the Core Temp App. The motherboard is checked for any signs of liquid spills and sprayed with compressed air to remove any dust or debris. The keyboard has been fully tested and cleaned with a sanitizer solution  to remove any dirt and grime! All exteriors of the laptop are then cleaned with a sanitizer solution using a microfiber cloth. The screen is cleaned using a non-smear solution and a specialized LCD screen cleaning cloth. All ports are checked and tested as working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SSD has been checked using the Crystal Disk Info application and it reports\u003cstrong\u003e Good health\u003c\/strong\u003e and a good temperature as you can see. The laptop then has a full diagnostic scan to ensure there are no failings or issues, as you will see in the video it passed without any issues. 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