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HP 255 G8 laptop Ryzen 5 5500U 16GB 256GB 15.6" FHD
Runs Windows 11 Home on a 15.6-inch FHD IPS display with a six-core Ryzen 5 5500U, 16GB DDR4 and a 256GB NVMe SSD
- ColorDark Ash Silver
- Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
- CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
- Processor Name2.10GHz
- Turbo Frequency4 GHz
- CPU L3 Cache12MB Cache
- 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U up to 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
- 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
- 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots Windows 11 Home fast
- 6 inch IPS Full HD 1920 x 1080 60 Hz display shows crisp detail
- HDMI USB 3.2 Type-C SD reader and RJ-45 cover daily connections
HP 255 G8 Ryzen 5 laptop
The HP 255 G8 is a 15.6 inch laptop built around a 6-core AMD Ryzen 5 5500U processor with a 4 GHz turbo frequency and 12 MB L3 cache. It ships with Windows 11 Home, 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD. Integrated AMD Radeon graphics drive the 1920 x 1080 IPS display at 60 Hz.
Suits office workers and students.
This configuration suits office workers, students and remote teams who need a responsive system for documents, web apps and video calls. The integrated graphics and 60 Hz panel are not designed for gaming, 3D rendering or colour-critical creative work. Buyers who want discrete GPU performance or a higher refresh rate screen should look at a different class of machine.
256 GB NVMe SSD and 16 GB DDR4 for everyday
The 256 GB PCIe NVMe drive provides fast boot and application launch for a standard business software stack. The 16 GB DDR4 memory handles multiple browser tabs, office suites and background services without swapping. Large media libraries, virtual machines or modern game installs will exceed the available storage and memory headroom.
Highlights
- 6-core Ryzen 5 5500U up to 4 GHz for responsive multitasking
- 16 GB DDR4 memory keeps many apps open smoothly
- 256 GB PCIe NVMe SSD boots Windows 11 Home fast
- 6 inch IPS Full HD 1920 x 1080 60 Hz display shows crisp detail
- HDMI USB 3.2 Type-C SD reader and RJ-45 cover daily connections
Specifications
| Brand | HP |
|---|---|
| Series | 255 G8 |
| Color | Dark Ash Silver |
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home |
| CPU Type | AMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series |
| Processor Name | 2.10GHz |
| Turbo Frequency | 4 GHz |
| CPU L3 Cache | 12MB Cache |
| Screen Size | 15.6" |
| Touchscreen | Non-Touch Screen |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| GPU/VPU | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Graphic Type | Integrated Card |
| SSD | 256GB |
| HDD | No |
| Storage Spec | 256GB PCIe SSD |
| Memory | 16GB |
| Memory Speed | 8 GB DDR4 |
| Optical Drive Type | No |
| WLAN | 802.11ac Wireless LAN |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| HDMI | 1 x HDMI |
| Audio Ports | 1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack |
| Keyboard | Standard |
| Backlit Keyboard | Non-backlit |
| Other Input Devices | No |
| Webcam | Yes |
| Card Reader | Yes |
| Style | Standard |
| Type | Work / Business |
Questions about this item
Does the HP 255 G8 need an external power supply to run the Ryzen 5 5500U and 15.6" FHD screen?
The 45W power supply included with the laptop provides all the power the Ryzen 5 5500U and 15.6" 60 Hz Full HD display require.
Can I keep using my older USB-A flash drives and HDMI monitor with the USB 3.2 Type-C and HDMI ports on this laptop?
The USB 3.2 Type-C port handles data for USB-A devices through an adapter or hub, and the HDMI output connects directly to your existing monitor.
How can I verify the 16GB DDR4 memory and 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD are recognised after first boot?
Open Windows 11 Settings → System → About to confirm 16 GB installed RAM, then check Task Manager → Performance → Disk for the 256 GB NVMe drive.
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