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Dark Ash Silver 15.6 inch HP 255 G8 laptop closed view

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 15.6" 1920x1080 8GB DDR4 512GB NVMe

SKU CH-ZJJE-45EBY

15.6-inch Full HD laptop with Ryzen 5 5500U six-core processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory, 512 GB NVMe storage and Windows 11 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
  • Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 8GB/512GB W11P

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  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U reaches 4 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD loads apps and files quickly
  • 6" 1920x1080 IPS display shows crisp detail at 60 Hz
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • Windows 11 Pro 64-bit ready for business use out of the box

Business laptop for daily productivity

The HP 255 G8 is built around a six-core Ryzen 5 5500U processor that runs at 2.10 GHz and can reach 4 GHz under load. Its 15.6-inch IPS panel shows 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60 Hz. Integrated Radeon graphics handle standard office applications and video playback. The system ships with Windows 11 Pro on a 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD and 8 GB of DDR4 memory.

Thermals noise and power in normal use

A 45 W power supply feeds the three-cell 41 Wh battery for typical work sessions. The aluminium chassis in Dark Ash Silver dissipates heat without active fan noise during light tasks such as document editing or web browsing. Under sustained multi-thread loads the cooling system spins up but remains within the acoustic profile expected for a thin-and-light business notebook. Power draw stays close to the adapter rating during mixed workloads.

Ports and software environment

Connectivity includes USB 3.2 Type-C, HDMI, an SD card reader and a combo audio jack plus wired Ethernet and Bluetooth 5.2. The integrated webcam supports video calls without extra hardware. Windows 11 Pro provides BitLocker encryption and remote-management features for IT departments. The bundled clover-leaf AC plug connects directly to the 45 W adapter so no separate cable is required.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Standard Laptops & Notebooks, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $630.99
Typical for this category: the median of 32,549 items is $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 storage512 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration512 GB 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 11 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

How do I add more memory to the HP 255 G8, and which step do people often miss?

Remove the base screws, lift the cover, line up the notch on the DDR4 SO-DIMM with the slot key, press it in firmly until the side clips snap shut, then replace the cover before powering on

What part will need replacement first after heavy daily use?

The 3-cell 41 WHr battery will lose capacity over time and is the first component likely to need replacement

Which limit appears first when the Ryzen 5 5500U runs at full load for a long period?

The 45 W power adapter and shared cooling cap sustained performance before the processor reaches its 4 GHz turbo ceiling

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