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Dark Ash Silver 15.6 inch laptop closed on a flat surface

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 32GB 256GB SSD 15.6" FHD

SKU CH-MTNT-W4196

15.6-inch FHD laptop with Ryzen 5 5500U, 32GB DDR4 and 256GB NVMe SSD runs Windows 11 Home

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
  • Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U up to 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads smoothly
  • 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD speeds up boot and file access
  • 6" IPS Full HD 60 Hz display gives clear visuals
  • Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 5.2 and wired LAN keep you connected

Business laptop for office work

The HP 255 G8 ships with a Ryzen 5 5500U processor, 32GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB NVMe SSD. It runs Windows 11 Home on a 15.6 inch 1920 x 1080 IPS panel at 60 Hz. This configuration suits general productivity, video calls and light multitasking in a 3.8 lb chassis.

Integrated graphics and Wi‑Fi 5 ceiling

The AMD Radeon integrated graphics share system memory and are limited to basic desktop acceleration and casual media playback. The 802.11ac wireless link tops out below modern Wi‑Fi 6 speeds, so large file transfers or congested networks will feel slower than on newer standards.

User‑accessible memory and storage slots

The bottom cover removes with standard screws to expose SO‑DIMM slots and an M.2 bay for adding a second NVMe drive. Common issues include stripping the screw heads, forgetting to reseat the battery connector, and ordering incompatible DDR4 modules if the speed grade is not matched.

How it compares

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

Price $548.99
Cheaper than about 55% 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 32 GB
Higher 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 size32 GB
RAM type and speed8 GB DDR4
Storage
SSD storage256 GB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration256 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 Home
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

Questions about this item

Should I choose the 32 GB DDR4 memory configuration for multitasking?

The 32 GB DDR4 SO-DIMM provides ample capacity for running multiple applications and browser tabs without slowdowns.

What does the Ryzen 5 5500U 4 GHz boost mean for daily workloads?

The 6-core processor reaches 4 GHz turbo frequency, giving responsive performance for office tasks, web browsing and light content creation.

How does the 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.2 combination perform in practice?

The 802.11ac wireless LAN and Bluetooth 5.2 deliver stable connections for video calls, file transfers and peripheral pairing.

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