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HP

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

SKU CH-F0CS-56JXV

15.6-inch Full HD laptop with 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U, 8 GB DDR4 and 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD running Windows 11 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

Model 8GB/1TB W11P

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  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U up to 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 1 TB PCIe NVMe SSD gives fast storage and quick boot
  • 6″ IPS Full HD 1920 x 1080 display for clear visuals
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory supports everyday workloads
  • Windows 11 Pro 64-bit ready for business use

HP 255 G8 Ryzen 5 5500U laptop

The HP 255 G8 is a 15.6-inch business laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor with six cores and twelve threads. It comes with 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 1TB PCIe NVMe SSD running Windows 11 Pro. The Dark Ash Silver chassis suits office workers and students who need a reliable daily driver for productivity tasks.

Sustained load on the 6-core 5500U

The 5500U operates at a 2.10 GHz base clock and can boost up to 4 GHz with 12MB of L3 cache. Integrated AMD Radeon graphics share system memory for video output. Under continuous multi-threaded workloads the processor will throttle to stay within its thermal envelope, so performance settles below the peak boost frequency after a short period.

Installation notes for memory and storage

The laptop uses DDR4 SO-DIMM modules and a single PCIe NVMe slot for storage. Upgrading memory requires removing the bottom cover and locating the SODIMM slot; the existing 8GB module occupies one position. The 1TB drive is already installed, so adding a second drive is not possible without replacing the original unit.

How it compares

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

Price $692.99
Pricier than about 57% 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 11 Pro
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KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

How loud or hot does the 45 W power supply and 41 WHr battery run during all-day use?

The 45 W adapter and 41 WHr battery are sized for typical office workloads; fan noise and surface temperature stay low under light load and rise only during sustained heavy tasks.

What must I already own to use the HDMI, USB 3.2 Type-C and RJ-45 ports on this laptop?

You need an HDMI cable for external displays, a USB-C peripheral or hub for the Type-C port, and an Ethernet patch cable for the RJ-45 jack.

Will my older DDR4 SO-DIMM modules work alongside the soldered 8 GB memory in this Ryzen 5 5500U system?

The single SODIMM slot accepts standard DDR4 SO-DIMMs, so compatible older modules can be added for a dual-channel configuration.

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