For the original German review, see here.

Not every business laptop is made exclusively for office applications. The user often wishes for a stronger graphics solution when programs with higher graphic demand or even games are to be executed. Manufacturers, such as Lenovo, have recognized this wish, and offer appropriate configurations with additional dedicated GPUs.

In this review, we will re-examine the recently reviewed ThinkPad T450s, which is now configured with a Core i5 processor and GeForce 940M graphics from Nvidia. The screen (14-inch, Full HD IPS) and memory configuration (12 GB of RAM) are the same as in our first review sample. Only the installed SSD is smaller with 256 GB rather than 360 GB. With a purchase price of approximately 1300 Euros (~$1450), it is 100 Euros (~$111) cheaper than the i7-model. An identical configuration, without a GeForce GPU costs about 80 Euros (~$90) less.

The quoted prices do not include an operating system and are only valid within the frameworks of Lenovo's Campus program, which is open among others, to pupils, students and teachers. Unfortunately, the manufacturer demands a few hundred Euros/Dollars more for comparable standard models.

Price overview Education models: