The ThinkPad T470s | A Thin, Lightweight Business Laptop from Lenovo | Lenovo US
Take a look at the sleek and powerful ThinkPad T470s. This 14-inch business laptop is designed for high performance and productivity. Learn more about the ThinkPad T470s here.
Reasons to Purchase:
I’ve had the N53SV for seven years and it’s held up well. After replacing the keyboard and battery, it’s still going strong. The only downside was its weight—it was inconvenient to carry around, especially when doing part-time foreign trade and lugging a 3 kg+ device back and forth. This caused significant discomfort, so I decided to switch to a more portable ultrabook.
Happy to share my old companion before introducing the T470s. The N53S series is quite popular due to its reasonable price, good looks, and solid build quality.
N53SV:
B Surface Damage:
No Heat Issues in Summer:
After deciding to upgrade, I reflected on my past experiences with three different computers. I bought an ASUS A3V in 2005 for over 8,000 yuan, which was stolen in 2010. Then came Dell’s budget-friendly 3,000-yuan model, which served me well for six months before retiring. My current N53SV, purchased in 2010, has been reliable. As an ASUS fan, I initially considered re-entering their lineup, but recent high-end models haven’t impressed me. With negative reviews about Zhang Aunt poisoning the brand, my attention shifted to the X1C and XPS. During my research, I stumbled upon the T460s.
Durability is crucial, and while I trust the XPS’s build quality despite minor issues, the X1C’s insufficient memory and higher price deterred me. Ultimately, I settled on the T460s. While placing my order, I learned about the upcoming T470s release and decided to wait for its launch during an 8-channel 33% off event.
Here’s the configuration: Price $1084, approximately 7425 CNY. i5-7300U/4G/512 SSD/Fingerprint/Type-C. I opted for the bright silver color.
Purchase Process:
The purchasing journey was convoluted.
My initial attempts involved using two old credit cards through an international platform, but both failed—money was deducted, yet the websites flagged them as unauthorized, leaving the orders incomplete. Contacting Lenovo’s customer service redirected me to the credit card center, where I was informed that the billing address wasn’t in the U.S. Despite extensive troubleshooting, my determination never wavered. Eventually, I decided to use wire transfer to avoid these hurdles. After days of trial and error, I finally succeeded in placing the order.
Key Requirements:
- A computer capable of bypassing firewalls.
- A U.S.-based private address.
- An Alipay account (or ICBC card).
Start by logging into eight channels (details omitted), registering on Lenovo, selecting the desired model and configuration. Once added to the cart, before checking out, save the CART ID from the red box on the page.
Click the chat icon in the upper-right corner. After bypassing the firewall, open the chat window. Connect with a representative and inform them of your intention to make a wire transfer. Provide the U.S.-based private address (customer service maintains an address database, so avoid sending to a single address). Share your Cart ID, and they’ll verify the model and price with you. Within minutes, you’ll receive two emails: one confirming the order details and another with payment instructions and account information. Success!
Below is the payment link. Full arrival and handling fees are critical. Research online to find a list of options. Users recommend the ICBC card, but I chose Alipay, which offers lower fees.
I experimented with several methods: Merchant Bank Card (full credit via online banking, costs 100 yuan fee + 150 telegraphic fee + 25 USD full credit service fee, totaling 425 yuan), CCB, Agricultural Bank of China, and Everbright Bank Card (all incomplete amounts upon arrival, requiring counter visits, totaling 255 yuan). Unfortunately, ICBC wasn’t an option, so I saved money using Alipay for bank transfers. Mobile operations allowed for a 50-yuan service fee and an additional 25-yuan exchange rate deduction to ensure Lenovo received sufficient funds. Total cost: 225 yuan.
Transfers typically take about two business days, but Lenovo doesn’t send a confirmation email. Proactively contacting customer service helps track progress.
Shipping took roughly a week, followed by emails like this:
Shipped from Hong Kong... Expected arrival in Shenzhen. Patience required.
A week in the U.S., a week in storage, and then back to Hong Kong within three to four days. Arrival at the Hong Kong delivery center on weekends!
Appearance and Usage Experience:
Deep within Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong, I finally retrieved my T470s after its global journey.
Such a large box—it feels like flying everywhere with you.
No power connection upon arrival. Back in Shenzhen, I couldn’t wait to boot it up. One side feels sturdy, and the ThinkPad red dot lights up.
Right Side:
The Type-C charging port will be upgraded before buying a mouse, and it feels great once your hand adjusts.
Left Side:
The machine has three USB ports, which are sufficient.
Back:
Returned with English Windows 10.
Lightweight:
180 Degrees:
C Side:
Light Effects:
Easy to disassemble, added 8GB of memory.
System shows the configuration. SSD is Samsung's. Initially, read/write speeds were low with software, but after installing drivers and restoring the system, data returned to normal values. It doesn’t affect usage anyway.
Final Office Setup:
Conclusion:
Total cost: 7500+250 (transfer) +150 (US-private + transfer) +300 (Hong Kong travel expenses) = 8200 CNY. The 8-channel annual price is moderate, but waiting for Black Friday or other promotions seemed too tedious, so I bought early to enjoy it sooner.
Advantages:
1. Lightweight and fast!
2. Peace of mind with one-step setup;
3. No pressure running common software; previously worried about ProE and Dota are now available;
4. Win10 comes with system restore, allowing you to restore the system while preserving user data, providing a smooth experience.
Shortcomings:
1. Screen issue, possibly due to color gamut problems, making the darker parts less appealing;
2. Unclear whether it’s the screen resolution or Windows 10 causing software display issues, unsure how to adjust;
3. Display issue, 14-inch screen feels uncomfortable compared to 15.6 inches.
Excited to start using the new machine, looking forward to a productive future!
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