Lenovo ThinkPad L390

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 or 16GB DDR4 RAM and a 128GB or 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) and a 45Wh battery with Rapid Charge, the L390 delivers solid business capability at an outstanding refurbished price. Sold by Primo Technology in certified refurbished condition, graded Good or Excellent (select your grade above), with a 14-month warranty and free UK delivery (1-2 working days for UK mainland).

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 (1920×1080)
• Keyboard: English QWERTY, with optional backlit keyboard, TrackPoint pointing device and multi-touch touchpad
• RAM: 8GB or 16GB DDR4-2400 (1x SO-DIMM slot, upgradeable)
• Storage: 128GB or 256GB SSD
• Graphics: Intel UHD Graphics 620 (integrated)
• Ports: 2x USB-C 3.1 Gen 1 (DisplayPort, Power Delivery), 2x 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
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac 2×2), Bluetooth 5.1
• Battery: 45Wh, Rapid Charge to 80% in approximately 1 hour
• Build: PC/ABS chassis, MIL-STD-810G certified
• Weight: Approx. 1.46kg (3.22 lbs)
• Security: Discrete TPM 2.0 (TCG certified), optional fingerprint reader
• Operating System: Windows 11
• Warranty: 14 months

Reliable Quad-Core Performance with All-Day 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. Rapid Charge brings the 45Wh battery to 80% in approximately one hour, useful for a quick top-up during a short break between meetings. Choose 8GB of RAM for straightforward everyday use, or step up to 16GB if you regularly run more demanding multitasking workloads, and the single SO-DIMM slot supports further RAM upgrades for users who need more multitasking headroom in future. Pair with a 128GB SSD for lighter local storage needs, or 256GB for a larger local library of files and applications.

ThinkPad Keyboard and Essential Business Features

The L390 delivers the genuine ThinkPad typing experience at a more accessible price than the T and X series, with a spill-resistant keyboard built for everyday reliability. An optional backlit keyboard keeps typing comfortable in low-light conditions, and the classic red TrackPoint pointing device sits between the G, H and B keys alongside a multi-touch touchpad, giving users their choice of precise cursor control. 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, and a discrete TPM 2.0 chip gives IT teams a hardware root of trust for encryption and credential storage.

Who Is This For?

Yes — the refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad L390 is an excellent choice for professionals and students who want a portable 13-inch ThinkPad at an accessible price, office workers who need reliable everyday performance with genuine ThinkPad build quality, and anyone who wants solid business-grade durability on a budget. The choice of 8GB or 16GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage lets buyers match the configuration to lighter or heavier everyday workloads.

Not ideal for: gaming or 3D design work. Running lots of apps at once? Choose a 16GB option above.

Typical Use Cases

This configuration suits students and professionals who want a genuinely portable 13-inch ThinkPad for lectures, meetings and everyday productivity, office workers who value ThinkPad build quality over a lower-quality budget laptop, and buyers who want the option of a fingerprint reader and discrete TPM 2.0 for extra security on business-sensitive work. The choice of 8GB or 16GB RAM and 128GB or 256GB storage suits everything from light browsing through to heavier multitasking.

Refurbished vs New at This Price Point

Lenovo has moved on to newer ThinkPad L-series generations, and the L390 is no longer sold new — there is no genuine current equivalent to compare directly. Why pay £££ for new? A current entry-level ThinkPad with discrete TPM 2.0 and MIL-STD durability costs substantially more than this certified refurbished unit. Buying refurbished from Primo Technology gets you genuine ThinkPad build quality, tested and warrantied, at one of the most accessible prices in our Lenovo ThinkPad range.

Our 30-Point Quality Inspection, Warranty and Returns

Every laptop sold by Primo Technology passes our 30-point inspection by in-house technicians. We test processor performance, RAM stability, SSD health, minimum tested battery health of 80% of original design capacity, display quality, keyboard and trackpad function, all ports, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, webcam and overall system stability. Any component that does not meet our standards is repaired or replaced before sale. Orders placed before 9am Monday to Friday are dispatched the same day, arriving in 1-2 working days for UK mainland (3-5 working days for the Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and remote postcodes). Every unit is backed by a 14-month warranty, and if anything isn’t right, our refund policy covers you.

What’s in the Box

• Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPad L390
• Compatible USB-C 65W charger with UK plug included

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the RAM upgradeable? Yes — one SO-DIMM slot supports upgrades beyond the factory-fitted capacity.

Does it have a wired Ethernet port? Not built in — Ethernet is available via the optional ThinkPad Ethernet Extension Cable (USB-C), not included as standard.

Does it support external monitors? Yes — via USB-C (DisplayPort) and HDMI simultaneously, supporting up to 3 independent displays.

What’s the difference between the 8GB and 16GB versions? Multitasking headroom only — 16GB suits buyers who keep many applications and browser tabs open at once, while 8GB suits straightforward everyday use.

What’s the difference between the 128GB and 256GB versions? Storage capacity only — choose 256GB if you need more local storage for files and applications.

Does it have a TPM chip? Yes — a discrete TPM 2.0 chip is built in for hardware-level security.

Does it support fast charging? Yes — Rapid Charge brings the battery to 80% in approximately one hour.

Does it have a backlit keyboard? Yes — this model has an optional backlit keyboard, confirmed via Lenovo’s official specifications, alongside the classic TrackPoint pointing device and a multi-touch touchpad.

Is it suitable for gaming? No — the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 620 is built for everyday productivity, not gaming or graphics-heavy software.

Does it come with Windows 11? Yes — all Primo Technology refurbished laptops are supplied with a genuine licensed copy of Windows 11.

What’s the difference between Good and Excellent grade? Both grades are fully tested and fault-free — the difference is purely cosmetic. Excellent grade shows minimal signs of previous use, while Good grade may have light visible wear such as small scuffs. See our grading guide for full details.

What’s the battery health on this laptop? Every unit meets a minimum tested battery health of 80% of original design capacity, confirmed as part of our 30-point inspection.

What charger is included? A compatible USB-C 65W charger with UK plug is included with every order.

How long does delivery take? UK mainland orders arrive in 1-2 working days after dispatch, with orders placed before 9am Monday to Friday dispatched the same day. Scottish Highlands, Northern Ireland, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and remote postcodes take 3-5 working days.

Related Products and Helpful Guides

Looking for similar Lenovo ThinkPads? Browse the Lenovo ThinkPad E480, the Lenovo ThinkPad L390 Yoga, or the Lenovo ThinkPad T480s.

You can also explore our full range of refurbished Lenovo ThinkPads.

For more guidance, read our Best Refurbished Lenovo ThinkPads guide, our Best Refurbished Laptops for Students UK guide, or our guide on how to choose a refurbished laptop.

About Primo Technology

Primo Technology is one of the UK’s leading certified refurbished laptop retailers based in the UK. 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.