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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

  • 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 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.

Highlights

  • 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

Specifications

BrandHP
Series255 G8
ColorDark Ash Silver
Operating SystemWindows 11 Home
CPU TypeAMD Ryzen 5 5000 Series
Processor Name2.10GHz
Turbo Frequency4 GHz
CPU L3 Cache12MB Cache
Screen Size15.6"
TouchscreenNon-Touch Screen
Resolution1920 x 1080
GPU/VPUAMD Radeon Graphics
Graphic TypeIntegrated Card
SSD512GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec512GB PCIe SSD
Memory8GB
Memory Speed8 GB DDR4
Optical Drive TypeNo
WLAN802.11ac Wireless LAN
BluetoothBluetooth 5.2
HDMI1 x HDMI
Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
KeyboardStandard
Backlit KeyboardNon-backlit
Other Input DevicesNo
WebcamYes
Card ReaderYes
StyleStandard
TypeWork / Business

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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