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Dark Ash Silver 15.6 inch HP 255 G8 laptop closed lid

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 8GB 512GB 15.6

SKU CH-WMJF-SKRNT

15.6-inch Full HD laptop with Ryzen 5 5500U six-core processor, 8GB DDR4 memory, 512GB 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 storage512 GB
  • Display resolution1920 × 1080

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  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U up to 4 GHz handles multitasking smoothly
  • 512 GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots Windows 10 Pro in seconds
  • 6 inch IPS 1920 x 1080 60 Hz display gives clear visuals
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory runs everyday apps without lag
  • 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 business laptop powered by an AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor with six cores and twelve threads. It runs Windows 10 Pro on 8GB of DDR4 memory and a 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD. The IPS display delivers 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60 Hz. It suits office workers and students who need a reliable daily driver.

Upgrading from older dual-core

Moving from a dual-core system or a laptop with a hard drive brings noticeable gains in multitasking responsiveness and boot speed. The six-core CPU handles simultaneous browser tabs, video calls and document editing without stalling. The jump is worth it when your current device struggles with background updates or slow application launches.

Practical limits of the 60 Hz IPS panel

The 60 Hz refresh rate caps visible frame rates, so fast-paced gaming will not look smooth. Integrated Radeon graphics share system memory, limiting performance in 3D rendering or modern titles at high settings. The 802.11ac wireless link tops out below newer Wi-Fi standards, which can bottleneck large file transfers on congested networks.

How it compares

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

Price $544.99
Cheaper than about 55% 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 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 10 Pro
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KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

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Questions about this item

What are the exact dimensions and weight of the HP 255 G8 to confirm it fits my bag?

The laptop measures 14.10 in wide by 9.53 in deep by 0.88 in high and weighs 3.8 lb.

How do I upgrade the memory, and which slot do I use since 8 GB DDR4 is already installed?

Remove the base cover to access the single SODIMM slot; the existing 8 GB DDR4 module occupies it, so replacing it is the only way to increase capacity.

When will the 41 Whr 3-cell battery typically need replacement under regular use?

A 41 Whr 3-cell battery usually lasts two to three years before run-time drops enough to warrant a replacement.

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