Description
Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad L390 — Slim 13.3-Inch Business Laptop
The refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad L390 is a practical, slim 13.3-inch business laptop that brings essential ThinkPad features — durability, keyboard quality and reliable performance — to an accessible price point. Powered by an Intel Core i5-8265U processor with 8GB DDR4 RAM and a 256GB SSD, it handles everyday professional productivity tasks — office applications, video calls, multi-tab browsing and document management — efficiently. With HDMI, USB-C, wired Ethernet (via optional adapter), a spill-resistant keyboard with TrackPoint, and a 45Wh battery with Rapid Charge, the L390 delivers solid business capability at an outstanding refurbished price. Sold by Technology Core in A-grade certified refurbished condition, with a 14-month warranty and free next-day UK delivery.
Verified Key Specifications
- Processor: Intel Core i5-8265U, 8th Gen, quad-core, 1.6GHz base up to 3.9GHz Turbo Boost
- Display: 13.3″ FHD
- RAM: 8GB DDR4-2400 (1× SO-DIMM slot, upgradeable)
- Storage: 256GB SSD
- Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 (integrated)
- Ports: 2× USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (DisplayPort, Power Delivery), 2× USB-A 3.1 Gen 1 (1 Always On), HDMI, microSD card reader, headphone/mic combo jack, Ethernet via optional ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable
- Camera: 720p HD with ThinkShutter privacy cover
- Audio: Stereo speakers with Dolby Audio, dual array microphone
- Keyboard: 6-row spill-resistant with optional LED backlight, TrackPoint, multi-touch touchpad
- Wireless: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac 2×2), Bluetooth 5.1
- Battery: 45Wh, up to 14 hours (MobileMark 2014), Rapid Charge to 80% in 1 hour
- Build: PC/ABS chassis, MIL-STD-810G certified
- Weight: approx. 1.46kg (3.22 lbs)
- Security: TPM 2.0, optional fingerprint reader
- Operating System: Windows 11
- Condition: A-grade Certified Refurbished
- Warranty: 14 months
Reliable Quad-Core Performance with Up to 14 Hours Battery
The refurbished ThinkPad L390 is powered by the Intel Core i5-8265U — an 8th generation Whiskey Lake quad-core processor running up to 3.9GHz, handling all standard office computing tasks comfortably. Lenovo rates battery life at up to 14 hours under MobileMark 2014 testing — enough for a full working day and beyond. Rapid Charge brings the 45Wh battery to 80% in approximately one hour. The SO-DIMM slot supports RAM upgrades for users who need more multitasking headroom in future.
ThinkPad Keyboard and Essential Business Features
The L390 features Lenovo’s 6-row spill-resistant keyboard with optional LED backlight and the iconic TrackPoint pointing device — delivering the ThinkPad typing experience at a more accessible price than the T and X series. ThinkShutter physical webcam cover provides instant camera privacy. Two USB-C ports each support DisplayPort and Power Delivery for flexible monitor connection and charging. HDMI provides direct monitor output. An Always On USB-A port continues charging devices when the laptop is off. Three independent displays are supported simultaneously. MIL-STD-810G certification covers drops, dust, humidity and extreme temperatures.
Who Is This For?
The refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad L390 is an excellent choice for professionals and students who want a portable 13-inch ThinkPad with all-day battery life at an accessible price; office workers who need reliable everyday performance with the ThinkPad keyboard quality; and anyone who wants solid business-grade durability on a budget. For the slimmer X-series or T-series ThinkPads, browse our full refurbished laptop range.
Our 30-Point Quality Inspection
Every laptop sold by Technology Core passes our 30-point inspection by in-house technicians. We test processor performance, RAM stability, SSD health, display quality, keyboard and trackpad function, battery capacity, all ports, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, webcam and overall system stability. Any component that does not meet our standards is repaired or replaced before sale.
What’s in the Box
- Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad L390
- Compatible USB-C 65W charger
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the RAM upgradeable? Yes — one SO-DIMM slot supports upgrades.
Does it have a wired Ethernet port? Not built in — Ethernet is available via the optional ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable (USB-C), not included.
Does it support external monitors? Yes — via USB-C (DisplayPort) and HDMI simultaneously, supporting up to 3 independent displays.
Does it come with Windows 11? Yes — all Technology Core refurbished laptops are supplied with a genuine licensed copy of Windows 11.
About Technology Core
Technology Core is one of the UK’s leading certified refurbished laptop retailers based in Leicester. We offer a 14-month warranty — one of the longest in the UK refurbished market. Every unit is inspected and tested by our in-house technicians before sale. Contact us with any questions before or after purchase.
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