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HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 8GB 1TB NVMe 15.6" FHD Dark Ash Silver

SKU CH-E75A-1BZ1C

15.6-inch Full HD laptop with six-core Ryzen 5 5500U, 8GB DDR4, 1TB NVMe SSD and Windows 10 Pro

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
  • Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage1 TB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • Six-core Ryzen 5 5500U up to 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast boot and ample storage
  • 6-inch 1920 x 1080 IPS display shows crisp Full HD detail
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory runs everyday workloads smoothly
  • Windows 10 Pro 64-bit includes business-grade security and management

HP 255 G8 Ryzen 5 5500U laptop

The HP 255 G8 is a 15.6 inch laptop powered by a Ryzen 5 5500U processor with six cores and twelve threads. It runs Windows 10 Pro on 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD. The 1920 x 1080 IPS display refreshes at 60 Hz and offers integrated Radeon graphics for everyday visual tasks.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This configuration suits office workers, students and remote professionals who need a reliable 15.6 inch machine for documents, video calls and web browsing. The integrated graphics and 8GB of soldered memory limit buyers who want discrete GPU performance or user-upgradable RAM for heavier creative workloads.

The specification that decides fit

The single specification that decides fit is the 8GB DDR4 memory capacity, which cannot be expanded after purchase. If your daily workflow regularly exceeds this limit, you will need a different system with higher or upgradable memory.

How it compares

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

Price $670.99
Pricier than about 56% 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 storage1 TB
Hard driveNo
Storage configuration1 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 Pro
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

How can I verify the Ryzen 5 5500U reaches its 4 GHz turbo frequency after setup?

Open Task Manager in Windows 10 Pro, select the Performance tab, and watch the CPU clock speed while running a demanding task; it should climb toward 4 GHz on the 6-core processor.

What comes in the box and what must I buy separately for the 15.6" FHD laptop?

The box contains the 255 G8 notebook, a 45 W power supply with a NEMA 5-15P to C5 clover-leaf plug, and Windows 10 Pro 64-bit pre-installed; no external mouse, sleeve or additional storage is included.

Which configuration should I choose between the 8 GB DDR4 memory and the 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD?

The 8 GB DDR4 SO-DIMM handles everyday multitasking and light content work, while the 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD provides fast boot times and ample space for large files and applications.

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