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Dark Ash Silver HP 255 G8 laptop closed lid 15.6 inch

HP

HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 8GB 512GB NVMe 15.6 1080 Dark Ash Silver

SKU CH-AGBW-VRB51

15.6-inch Full HD business laptop with Ryzen 5 5500U, 8 GB DDR4 and 512 GB NVMe storage

  • 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
  • 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U handles multitasking with 4 GHz turbo
  • 512 GB NVMe PCIe SSD loads apps and files quickly
  • 6" IPS Full HD 1920 x 1080 60 Hz screen shows sharp detail
  • 8 GB DDR4 memory runs everyday workloads smoothly
  • Windows 11 Home 64-bit ready to use out of the box

15.6" Ryzen 5 laptop for daily work

The HP 255 G8 pairs a six-core Ryzen 5 5500U processor with 8 GB DDR4 memory and a 512 GB NVMe drive. It runs Windows 11 Home on a 15.6" 1080p IPS panel at 60 Hz. Integrated Radeon graphics handle office apps, web browsing and video playback without a discrete GPU. Dark Ash Silver chassis weighs 3.8 lb.

Thermals and power in typical use

A 45 W power supply charges the 41 Whr three-cell battery during normal productivity workloads. The 6-core CPU reaches 4 GHz boost clocks while the integrated graphics share system memory. Fan noise stays low during document editing and streaming; sustained loads raise temperatures but the slim 0.88" profile limits cooling capacity.

Build integration and expansion limits

HDMI output connects an external monitor while USB 3.2 Type-C and an SD reader cover peripherals and media transfer. RJ-45 Ethernet, 802.11ac Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.2 provide wired and wireless options. No optical drive and soldered memory mean storage is the only user-replaceable component; buyers needing more RAM or a second drive should consider other models.

How it compares

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

Price $549.99
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 11 Home
More details
KeyboardStandard
Keyboard backlightNon-backlit
Extra input devicesNo

Questions about this item

How do I upgrade the RAM on this HP 255 G8, and which step is often missed?

The laptop uses 8 GB DDR4 SO-DIMM memory. Remove the base cover, insert the module at an angle until it clicks, then secure the retaining clips — the step often missed is pressing both ends firmly until they lock.

What maintenance or replacement will the battery need over time?

The 3-cell 41 WHr battery is internal; after several hundred charge cycles its capacity drops, so plan to have a technician replace the pack when runtime becomes too short.

What thermal limit appears first during sustained heavy workloads?

The 45 W power supply caps continuous CPU power, so the Ryzen 5 5500U will throttle once its package power hits that ceiling during long renders or compiles.

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