Lenovo
Lenovo ThinkPad T470s i7-7500U 16GB 512GB 14" WQHD
A 14-inch WQHD business laptop with a Core i7-7500U, 16GB DDR4, and a 512GB NVMe SSD
- ColorBlack
- Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
- CPU TypeIntel Core i7
- Processor NameIntel Core i7-7500U
- Screen Size14.0"
- TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
- Intel Core i7-7500U up to 3.5 GHz for responsive performance
- 16 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy multitasking smoothly
- 512 GB NVMe SSD stores files and boots rapidly
- 14 inch 2560 x 1440 IPS matte display shows sharp detail
- Fingerprint reader and smart card reader add hardware security
ThinkPad T470s with WQHD display
The 14.0 inch IPS panel shows 2560 x 1440 resolution in a matte finish, driven by an Intel Core i7-7500U that reaches 3.5GHz. Sixteen gigabytes of DDR4 memory and a 512GB NVMe solid-state drive keep Windows 10 Pro responsive for office workloads and light creative tasks. A fingerprint reader and smart card reader add hardware authentication for managed environments.
Mil-spec chassis with Thunderbolt 3
Lenovo subjects every unit to 12 military-grade tests and over 200 quality checks, so the black magnesium-alloy frame resists daily knocks and vibration. Two USB-C ports include Thunderbolt 3 at 40 Gbps for docks or external GPUs, while two standard USB ports and Bluetooth 4.1 cover legacy peripherals. The UltraNav touchpad and backlit keyboard remain usable in dim meeting rooms.
Upgrade from slower storage or lower RAM
Replacing a mechanical hard drive with the NVMe SSD cuts boot time by nearly three times and raises file transfers to roughly 200 MB per second versus 50 to 120 MB per second on spinning media. The 16GB ceiling suits heavy multitasking, but soldered memory means no further expansion. Buyers who need more storage or a discrete graphics option should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Intel Core i7-7500U up to 3.5 GHz for responsive performance
- 16 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy multitasking smoothly
- 512 GB NVMe SSD stores files and boots rapidly
- 14 inch 2560 x 1440 IPS matte display shows sharp detail
- Fingerprint reader and smart card reader add hardware security
Specifications
| Series | T470s |
|---|---|
| Model | Thinkpad |
| Color | Black |
| Operating System | Windows 10 Pro |
| CPU Type | Intel Core i7 |
| Processor Name | Intel Core i7-7500U |
| Screen Size | 14.0" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 |
| SSD | 512GB |
| HDD | No |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.1 |
| USB | 4 |
| Touchpad | ThinkPad UltraNav |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Weight | 2 - 2.9 lbs. |
Questions about this item
What does the Thunderbolt 3 port cap at for data transfer?
Thunderbolt 3 on this model reaches up to 40 Gbps, giving four times the data bandwidth of other port types.
What are the physical dimensions and weight range of the ThinkPad T470s?
It has a 14.0 inch display and weighs between 2 and 2.9 lbs.
How is the operating system installed and what step is often missed?
Windows 10 Pro comes pre-installed; the step users often miss is completing the initial out-of-box setup and driver updates before use.
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