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Dark Ash Silver HP 255 G8 laptop, 15.6 inch FHD non-touch screen, slim clamshell form factor, matte finish

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 64GB DDR4 512GB NVMe 15.6" FHD Dark Ash Silver

SKU CH-1ZH5-JC2E3

15.6-inch FHD laptop with Ryzen 5 5500U, 64GB DDR4 and 512GB NVMe running Windows 11 Home

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
  • Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory size64 GB
  • SSD storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

Model 64GB/512GB W11H

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  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U reaches 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 64 GB DDR4 memory handles heavy workloads without slowdown
  • 512 GB NVMe SSD boots Windows 11 Home in seconds
  • 6 inch 1920 x 1080 IPS display shows crisp detail at 60 Hz
  • HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C and SD reader connect peripherals fast

HP 255 G8 laptop

The HP 255 G8 laptop ships with a 6-core AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor that boosts to 4 GHz, 64 GB of DDR4 memory and a 512 GB NVMe drive. It targets home-office workers and small-business buyers who need a ready-to-use Windows 11 Home machine for everyday productivity and video calls.

Thermals noise and power

A 45 W power supply feeds the 3-cell 41 WHr battery while the integrated Radeon graphics keep heat output modest during typical document, web and streaming workloads. Fan noise stays low in normal office use because the 15.6 inch 60 Hz IPS panel and 802.11ac Wi-Fi draw little sustained power.

Ports and bundled plug

HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C, an SD reader and a combo audio jack handle external displays, peripherals and media cards without adapters. The included NEMA 5-15P to C5 clover-leaf plug connects the 45 W brick to standard wall outlets so the system is operational immediately.

How it compares

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

Price $636.99
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 64 GB
Higher than about 90% 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 size64 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 Home
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KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

How do I upgrade the memory in the HP 255 G8 and which slot do people forget?

The laptop uses 64GB DDR4 SO-DIMM; remove the bottom cover, insert the module at an angle into the single slot until it clicks, then secure the cover.

Which component will need replacement first and what are the specs?

The 3-cell 41 WHr battery is the only user-replaceable part that degrades; swap it for an identical 45W unit when runtime drops.

What thermal limit appears first during a long compile on the Ryzen 5 5500U?

The 45W power adapter caps sustained turbo at 4 GHz, so the CPU throttles once the 15.6" chassis hits its cooling ceiling.

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