HP 255 G8 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 255 G8 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent battery life

solid build quality

adequate performance

good connectivity options

average display quality

modest graphics power

limited storage capacity

no backlight keyboard

ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid state drive

full hd display

ample connectivity options

average battery life

modest graphics performance

limited upgradeability

no thunderbolt support

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 255 G8 Notebook and ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
86 % - Design
72 % - Display
70 % - Performance
78 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 255 G8 Notebook vs. ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35.97 cm x 23.25 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.7 kg
Colour Dark ash silver Quiet blue
DISPLAY HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. - 60 Hz
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² -
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design Anti-glare, NanoEdge display, 82% screen-to-body ratio, IPS-level
PROCESSOR HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 7 4800H / 2.9 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.2 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 8-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 8 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 8 GB
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 -
Rated Speed 2400 MHz -
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 512 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features HP TrueVision HD Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, microphone
Audio Features - Input: AI noise cancelling
COMMUNICATIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 4.1
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 -
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Dual stream (2x2) Single stream (1x1)
BATTERY HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 90 Watt, 19 V, 4.74 A
INPUT HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Chiclet keyboard, 1.4mm travel distance, ASUS ErgoSense
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 2.0
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home in S mode
Software Included HP Support Assistant, McAfee LiveSafe (30 days trial), HP Setup Integrated OOBE, HP Documentation, HP Audio Switch, HP JumpStart, Native Miracast, HP SSRM, Xerox DocuShare (90 days trial) MyASUS
MISCELLANEOUS HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS VivoBook 15 (M1502IA)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HP Smart AC Adapter Power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM) Security Chip, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CCC, FCC, ICES UL 1459, FCC Part 15 Class B, EU RoHS, EU REACH
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year -
Model Number - BQ140W
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