Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Laptop 14" FHD i5-8350U vPro 16GB 256GB SSD Win 11 Pro Wty
Lenovo ThinkPad T480s Laptop 14" FHD i5-8350U vPro 16GB 256GB SSD Win 11 Pro Wty
Lenovo ThinkPad T480s — Premium 14" Business Ultrabook
The Lenovo ThinkPad T480s pairs an 8th-generation Intel Core i5-8350U vPro processor with 16GB of RAM and a fast 256GB SSD, all wrapped in a slim, MIL-SPEC-tested magnesium chassis with a 14-inch Full HD display. Professionally tested and graded by Reboot IT and backed by a 12-month warranty, it is a dependable, road-ready workhorse for business and study.
Key Benefits
- Business-grade vPro CPU: The quad-core Intel Core i5-8350U with Intel vPro handles multitasking, spreadsheets, and video calls with ease while enabling remote IT management in fleet environments.
- 16GB RAM for real multitasking: Keep dozens of browser tabs, Office apps, and communication tools open at once without the slowdowns that plague lower-memory machines.
- Fast 256GB SSD: Solid-state storage delivers rapid boot times, near-instant app launches, and snappy file transfers compared to old mechanical drives.
- Crisp 14" Full HD screen: The 1920 x 1080 anti-glare panel gives you sharp text and generous desktop space in a compact, easy-to-carry footprint.
- Legendary ThinkPad build & keyboard: A spill-resistant, tactile keyboard, TrackPoint, and durable slim chassis make long working days comfortable and reliable.
- 12-month warranty & free AU shipping: Every unit is tested, graded, and covered by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty with free standard shipping Australia-wide.
Performance In Use
For everyday office productivity, the T480s is squarely in its comfort zone. The Core i5-8350U vPro and 16GB of RAM comfortably drive Microsoft 365, large Excel workbooks, PDF-heavy research, and back-to-back Teams or Zoom meetings. Thanks to the SSD, Windows 11 Pro boots in seconds and resumes from sleep almost instantly, so you spend time working rather than waiting.
Mobile professionals and students will appreciate how well the slim chassis and 14-inch Full HD panel travel. Whether you are hot-desking, presenting in a meeting room, or studying at a cafe, the anti-glare display stays readable and the durable ThinkPad build shrugs off the knocks of daily commuting. The vPro platform also makes this a natural fit for managed corporate fleets where remote provisioning and security matter.
For lighter creative and technical tasks — photo edits in lightweight tools, coding in an IDE, running a couple of virtual machines for testing, or juggling a dozen tabs alongside your email client — the 16GB memory ceiling keeps everything responsive. This is a laptop tuned for sustained knowledge work, not a discrete-GPU gaming rig, and it excels at exactly that.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Lenovo |
| Model | ThinkPad T480s |
| Processor | Intel Core i5-8350U vPro (8th Gen, quad-core) |
| Memory (RAM) | 16GB |
| Storage | 256GB SSD |
| Display | 14" Full HD (1920 x 1080) |
| Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 620 (integrated) |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Pro |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB-A, USB-C, HDMI |
| Form Factor | Slim 14" business ultrabook |
| Warranty | 12-month Reboot IT warranty |
Is It Right For You?
| Best For | Not For |
| ✔ Business & office productivity | ✘ AAA gaming or heavy 3D rendering |
| ✔ Students & remote workers | ✘ 4K video editing workloads |
| ✔ Frequent travel & hot-desking | ✘ Large-scale scientific compute |
| ✔ Managed corporate fleets (vPro) | ✘ Users needing a discrete GPU |
| ✔ Everyday multitasking & video calls | ✘ Very high-capacity local storage needs |
Condition Grades
| Grade | Description |
| A – Excellent | Minimal signs of prior use; only very light cosmetic marks that are barely noticeable in normal use. |
| B – Good | Light, visible wear such as minor scuffs or scratches consistent with normal business use; fully functional. |
70%+ battery for Grade A, 50-70% for Grade B, 30-day battery warranty.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this ThinkPad T480s come with Windows already installed?
Yes. It ships with a genuine, fully activated copy of Windows 11 Pro, tested and ready to use out of the box.
Can the RAM or storage be upgraded later?
The T480s uses a soldered memory bank plus one SO-DIMM slot and an M.2 SSD, so storage is straightforward to upgrade and memory can be expanded via the accessible slot. As shipped, this unit has 16GB RAM and a 256GB SSD.
What does Intel vPro mean for me?
vPro adds enterprise-grade remote management and hardware security features. For most users it simply means a robust, business-class platform; for IT teams it enables centralised provisioning and support.
Is shipping really free within Australia?
Yes. This laptop qualifies for free standard shipping Australia-wide, dispatched from our Melbourne facility.
How long is the warranty?
Every unit is covered by a 12-month Reboot IT warranty, with an additional 30-day battery warranty as noted in the condition grades.
Will it handle video calls and multiple monitors?
Absolutely. The quad-core CPU and 16GB RAM run Teams, Zoom, and Meet smoothly, and the HDMI and USB-C outputs support external displays for a multi-monitor setup.
Our Warranty & Promise
Every laptop we sell is backed by a comprehensive 12-month Reboot IT warranty for genuine peace of mind. As a trusted Melbourne-based refurbisher established in 2001, we professionally test, clean, and grade each unit before it leaves our facility, so you know exactly what you are receiving. With free standard shipping right across Australia and more than two decades of experience in refurbished business IT, Reboot IT makes buying quality pre-owned technology simple, safe, and dependable.