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 16 (X1605EA) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

large 16-inch display

efficient multitasking performance

comfortable keyboard layout

good connectivity options

reasonable price point

average battery life

modest graphics capability

no thunderbolt support

heavier than competitors

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 255 G8 Notebook and ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 255 G8 Notebook vs. ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 35.86 cm x 24.95 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.88 kg
Case Material - Plastic
Colour Dark ash silver Transparent silver
DISPLAY HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 16" - IPS
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight -
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 300 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design -
PROCESSOR HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i3 (11th Gen) 1115G4 / 3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.1 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Intel Smart Cache
MEMORY HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 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 SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 1
Empty Slots 1 0
STORAGE HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe 3.0 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features HP TrueVision HD Privacy shutter
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual speakers
Audio Features - Output: ASUS SonicMaster, Audio by Dirac
COMMUNICATIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3
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) Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 42 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19 V, 2.37 A
INPUT HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad 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 16 (X1605EA)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Headphone/microphone combo jack
HDMI
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
USB 2.0
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Home
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, Microsoft 365 (1 month trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP 255 G8 Notebook ASUS Vivobook 16 (X1605EA)
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
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - System password, ASUS IceCool design, MIL-STD-810H tested
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CCC, FCC, ICES RoHS, 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 - MB059W
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