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Dark Ash Silver HP 255 G8 laptop 15.6 inch non-touch display

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 32GB DDR4 2TB NVMe 15.6" Dark Ash Silver

SKU CH-YCDP-QNCS3

15.6-inch Full HD laptop with Ryzen 5 5500U, 32GB DDR4 and 2TB NVMe storage

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
  • Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory size32 GB
  • SSD storage2 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 32GB/2TB W10H

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  • Ryzen 5 5500U six-core processor reaches 4 GHz turbo for responsive multitasking
  • 32 GB DDR4 memory handles large workloads and many browser tabs smoothly
  • 2 TB PCIe NVMe SSD stores extensive files and launches apps quickly
  • 6 inch IPS Full HD display shows sharp 1920 x 1080 visuals at 60 Hz
  • Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 5.2 give reliable wireless connections for work and meetings

HP 255 G8 laptop for business and study

The HP 255 G8 laptop ships with a 6-core AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor, 32GB of DDR4 memory and a 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD. A 15.6-inch IPS panel shows 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60 Hz. Integrated AMD Radeon graphics handle everyday visual tasks. Windows 10 Home 64-bit is pre-installed, and the chassis comes in Dark Ash Silver.

Thermals noise and power in daily use

A 45 W power supply charges the 3-cell 41 WHr battery. The integrated graphics design means lower heat output than discrete solutions during office work or video playback. Fan activity stays modest under typical productivity loads. The 45 W adapter keeps the system running and topped up without a bulky brick.

Build fit ports and expansion

The laptop weighs 3.8 lb and measures 14.10 x 9.53 x 0.88 in, so it slides into most 15-inch bags. Connectivity includes HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C, an SD card reader and a headset jack alongside RJ-45 Ethernet. Wi-Fi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 5.2 cover wireless needs. An integrated webcam and trackpad complete the input set. No optical drive is fitted, freeing internal space for the large SSD. Buyers who need a discrete GPU or a second storage drive should look elsewhere.

How it compares

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

Price $772.99
Pricier than about 63% 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 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

How do I add the DDR4 SODIMM modules to the 255 G8 without damaging the slots?

Power off the laptop, remove the bottom cover, align each module with the slot key and press down firmly until the retention clips lock on both sides.

Which component will need replacement first during the life of this 15.6" laptop?

The 3-Cell 41 WHr battery is the part most likely to require replacement after repeated charge cycles.

What limits sustained performance of the Ryzen 5 5500U under continuous load?

The 45W power supply and integrated Radeon graphics thermal envelope throttle the 6-core processor before the 2TB NVMe SSD reaches its limits.

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