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Dark Ash Silver HP 255 G8 laptop closed view 15.6 inch display

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 8GB 256GB SSD 15.6" Full HD Dark Ash Silver No OS

SKU CH-WSWG-VV86F

A 15.6-inch Full HD laptop with a six-core Ryzen 5 5500U processor, 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD, sold without an operating system

  • Screen size15.6 in (39.6 cm)
  • ProcessorAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
  • Graphics processorAMD Radeon Graphics
  • Memory size8 GB
  • SSD storage256 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080
  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U up to 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
  • 256 GB NVMe SSD boots apps and loads files quickly
  • 6" IPS Full HD 1920 x 1080 60 Hz screen shows crisp detail
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory handles everyday workloads smoothly
  • Wi-Fi 802.11ac plus Bluetooth 5.2 and RJ-45 keep you connected

HP 255 G8 Ryzen 5 5500U Laptop

The HP 255 G8 is a 15.6 inch laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor with six cores and a 4 GHz boost clock. It comes with 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The 1920 x 1080 IPS display runs at 60 Hz. The unit ships without an operating system.

Who this suits and who should look elsewhere

This laptop suits buyers who want a 15.6 inch Full HD device with integrated Radeon graphics for office applications, web browsing and video playback. The 8GB of soldered DDR4 and single 256GB drive limit users who need more memory capacity or additional internal storage bays. Buyers requiring a pre-installed Windows licence or a discrete GPU for 3D workloads should consider other options.

The specification that decides fit

The 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD is the primary storage device and determines how many applications and files can be kept locally. With no secondary drive bay mentioned, capacity cannot be expanded internally after purchase. Verify that 256GB meets your workflow needs before ordering.

How it compares

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

Price $579.99
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 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 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 systemNo
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

Questions about this item

How warm or noisy does the 45 W Ryzen 5 5500U get during all-day use?

The 45 W power supply and 41 WHr battery suggest moderate heat and fan noise under sustained load; the 6-core 2.10 GHz chip boosts to 4 GHz when needed.

What must I supply myself before this laptop will boot?

You need to install a 64-bit operating system of your choice because the unit ships with no OS.

Can I keep using my older USB-A peripherals with the USB 3.2 Type-C port?

The USB 3.2 Type-C port works with USB-A devices through a standard adapter or hub; HDMI and the SD reader also remain available for legacy gear.

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