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Dark Ash Silver HP 255 G8 laptop closed lid 15.6 inch screen

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop AMD Ryzen 5 5500U 8GB 2TB SSD 15.6" FHD

SKU CH-BCT3-2HQH1

A 15.6-inch Full HD laptop with a six-core Ryzen 5 5500U, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
  • Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

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  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U reaches 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD stores large project libraries locally
  • 6" IPS 1920 x 1080 60 Hz display shows crisp detail
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory keeps everyday workloads running smoothly
  • HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C and SD reader connect peripherals easily

HP 255 G8 business laptop

The HP 255 G8 is a 15.6 inch laptop built around an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor with six cores and twelve threads. It ships with 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD. Windows 10 Home 64-bit comes pre-installed, and the unit is sold new with a professional upgrade service applied by Velztorm. It suits office workers and students who need a large solid-state drive and a modern processor in a standard clamshell.

Dark Ash Silver chassis

The laptop weighs 3.8lb and measures 14.10 by 9.53 by 0.88 inches in a Dark Ash Silver finish. A 15.6 inch IPS panel delivers 1920 by 1080 resolution at 60 Hz without touch input. Connectivity includes 802.11ac Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and a wired RJ-45 Ethernet port. For external devices there are HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C, an SD card reader, and a combined headphone and microphone jack, while an integrated webcam and trackpad handle input.

Windows 10 Home with Velztorm upgrade and power

The system arrives with Windows 10 Home 64-bit and a one-year manufacturer warranty backed by Velztorm, who opened the original box to install the advertised memory and storage upgrades. A 45W power supply and a 3-cell 41 WHr battery provide power, and a NEMA 5-15P to C5 clover-leaf plug is included in the package. Buyers who need Windows 11 Pro out of the box or a larger factory battery should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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Price $702.99
Pricier than about 58% of the 32,549 comparable items (median $599.99).
Screen size 15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Higher than about 60% of the 32,085 comparable items (median 15.2 in).
Memory size 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 30,127 comparable items (median 16 GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameHP
Product line255 G8
Product colorDark Ash Silver
Design styleStandard
Product typeWork / Business
Processor
ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
Processor model2.1 GHz
Turbo clock speed4 GHz
L3 cache size12 MB Cache
Memory
Memory size8 GB
RAM type and speed8 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage2 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration2 TB PCIe SSD
Optical driveNo
Display
Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
Display resolution1920 × 1080
Touch inputNon-Touch Screen
Graphics
Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
Graphics typeIntegrated Card
Audio & video
Web cameraYes
Connectivity
Wi-Fi802.11ac Wireless LAN
Bluetooth support5.2
Ports & slots
HDMI ports1 x HDMI
Audio jacks1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Memory card readerYes
Software
Operating systemWindows 10 Home 🙋‍♀️Microsoft Windows 11 Pro Upgrade
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KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

What is the maximum data rate of the USB 3.2 Type-C port on this HP 255 G8?

The USB 3.2 Type-C port supports up to 10 Gbps, limiting external SSD throughput to roughly 1 GB/s in practice.

What are the chassis dimensions and weight so I can check bag fit?

The laptop measures 14.10 in wide, 9.53 in deep, 0.88 in thick and weighs 3.8 lb.

How is the Windows 11 Pro upgrade applied, and which step is commonly missed?

Run the in-place upgrade from Windows 10 Home, then activate with the supplied Pro key; skipping activation leaves the OS unlicensed.

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