Features
Intel® Turbo Boost, high-speed memory and optional solid-state storage drives expedite boot and application load times. The result? You keep your momentum strong and moving in the right direction — and your agenda in the front seat, where it belongs.
The business world spins faster than ever, and it certainly won't wait while you charge your battery. Add an external battery slice and get up to 30 hours of power*
*Benchmarked at up to 30 hours(for T420)/25 hours(for T520) of battery life with external battery slice.
Baked, battered, and blistered by the elements over and over, the T Series sets the highest standard for core ThinkPad strength. The roll cage & airbag technology ensure you maximum uptime to get through your work efficiently
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SuperSpeed USB 3.0 portsSuperSpeed USB 3.0 enables up to 10 times faster file transfer, allowing for lightning-fast copying of large media files, as well as seamless connections between audio- and video-related peripherals. Transfer speed also increases when copying from external USB keys, external hard drives, external optical drives, digital cameras, and other peripherals. All USB 3.0 ports are backwards-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. USB 3.0 ports on ThinkPad laptops are identified by a blue tongue.
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NVIDIA® Optimus™ technologySelect T Series models include Optimus technology, which automatically switches to the built-in NVIDIA graphics card only when it’s needed. Get extended battery life without sacrificing high performance graphics for applications, high-def videos, 3D games, and more.
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LED backlit displaysThe latest in display backlight technology, LED backlit displays are thinner, lighter and use less power than traditional notebook displays, but still provide the same level of brightness for easy viewing. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Multitouch panelThe optional multitouch panel is available on select T Series models. Offering the latest in touch technology, this panel features a 270 NIT display. Use one- and two-finger gestures to pan, zoom, rotate, right-click and more. Plus it has enhanced sensitivity and accuracy for effortless usability. | | Unavailable | Unavailable | Unavailable |
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Roll-cage technologyThinkPad® notebooks get their solid feel thanks to innovative ThinkPad roll-cage technology, a collection of durability features that adds extra strength and rigidity to the notebook shell and top cover. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Shared docking station with other ThinkPad SeriesSelect T Series laptops share common docking stations with select models with the ThinkPad X, L, and W Series, which can save on equipment costs and make managing parts numbers easy. Plus, all Series 3 docks use the same docking connector. See ThinkPad Port Replicator Series 3, ThinkPad Mini Dock, and ThinkPad Mini Dock Plus Series 3. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Long battery-life for all-day computingGet all-day computing on select ThinkPad T Series models — up to 24 hours with external slice battery on the T420/T520 and up to 9 hours on the T420s. | | Selected | Unavailable | Selected |
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Combined hardware/software securitySelect ThinkPad® models feature the Trusted Platform Module 1.2, Client Security Solution software and the integrated Fingerprint Reader for a seamlessly integrated security package. Additional available security features include 32-byte pre-boot passwords and the ability to disable input/output ports at the BIOS level. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Integrated Fingerprint ReaderThe integrated Fingerprint Reader lets you access your password-protected system with a simple swipe of the finger. And it works with the standard Trusted Platform Module hardware and Client Security Solution software to provide a seamless, top-to-bottom security package. | |
Password management softwarePassword Manager lets you store various passwords for safekeeping and easy access, and can be tied into the optional integrated Fingerprint Reader. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Intel® Anti-Theft protectionThinkPad® T Series notebooks are the first in the industry to offer Intel® Anti-Theft protection (AT-p), an extra layer of security and manageability incorporated with Computrace® Data Protection™ and Intel vPro™ technology. Intel AT-p lets you activate hardware-based, client-side intelligence to secure your PC and data if it's lost or stolen. | |
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Integrated webcamThinkPad® notebooks feature an integrated webcam at the top of the display bezel. Select T Series feature a 720p HD camera with 30 frames-per-second and a low-light sensitivity that provides a great video conference experience. | |
Multiformat memory card readerT Series models include an integrated memory card reader, perfect for easily accessing photos and other files stored on a variety of memory card formats. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Voice-over IP (VoIP)-optimizedOur latest T Series models feature an exceptional VoIP-certified experience, incorporating HD audio output with a 720p HD webcam and HD display. Noise-reduction technology suppresses background sounds while on Internet calls, as well as keypad clicks when typing. Plus, convenient multimedia keys provide quick and easy access to microphone, speaker, and camera controls. | | Available | Available | Available |
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UltraNav® multi-pointing systemThe UltraNav® multi-pointing system, available on select ThinkPad® models, combines the red TrackPoint® button with the UltraNav touchpad and mouse/scroll buttons for greater flexibility. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Multitouch touchpadUse simple two-finger gestures to zoom in and out, rotate images and scroll—right from the touchpad. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Industry-leading connectivity optionsThinkPad® T Series gives you the best wireless performance with a variety of connectivity choices, including mobile broadband readiness, Ultra-Wide Band Bluetooth®, and WiMAX readiness. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Network connection softwareThinkVantage® Access Connections™ software can manage your wired and wireless connection settings so you can easily connect to a network wherever your work takes you. Includes a variety of security and customization options. | | Available | Available | Available |
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Mobile broadband (WWAN)Mobile broadband lets you stay online through a mobile network connection provided by a third-party mobile phone carrier. | |
GPS capabilityThinkPad® T Series models feature a wireless WAN option that uses native GPS functionality built into the system. | |
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Cool and quietThird-generation fan and Adaptive Thermal Technology combine to make the ThinkPad® T series the coolest and quietest ever. Owl-wing inspired designed blades push more air at a very low audible level. Advanced thermal design with tuned airflow provides cooler systems and balances temperatures across the system. As a result, ThinkPad base cover temperatures run lower than any previous generation's. | | Available | Available | Available |
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