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

HP 255 G10 Notebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP 255 G10 Notebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

decent battery life

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate connectivity options

mediocre display quality

limited performance capacity

basic graphics capabilities

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 255 G8 Notebook and HP 255 G10 Notebook
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
73 % - Design
63 % - Display
65 % - Performance
71 % - Connectivity
75 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 255 G8 Notebook vs. HP 255 G10 Notebook Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 36 cm x 23.6 cm x 1.86 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.52 kg
Colour Dark ash silver -
DISPLAY HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 15.6"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight 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 -
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 250 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 45% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design Full HD standard-viewing angle (SVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow-bezel design
PROCESSOR HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz AMD Ryzen 5 7530U / 2 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 4.5 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core 6-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB L3 - 16 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
MEMORY HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable))
Max RAM Supported 16 GB 16 GB
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 3200 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3200 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin SO-DIMM 260-pin
Slots Qty 2 2
Empty Slots 1 1
STORAGE HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics AMD Radeon Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - HD
Camera Features HP TrueVision HD Privacy shutter, Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions 720p 720p
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Dual stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Codec - Realtek ALC3247
COMMUNICATIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.3 wireless card
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 Realtek RTL8852BE - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2)
Network Interface Gigabit Ethernet -
Ethernet Controller Realtek RTL8111HSH-CG -
Bluetooth Class - Class 2
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 Wi-Fi CERTIFIED
Features Dual stream (2x2) Miracast, dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 41.04 Wh
AC ADAPTER HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt, 19.5 V, 8 A
INPUT HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad, gesture function, PTP certified touchpad, spill-resistant
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1 (data only)
HDMI 1.4b
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 11 Pro - English
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) HP SSRM, sMedio True DVD, WPS Office, HP QuickDrop, ExpressVPN, HP Smart Health (free download), McAfee Security (30 days trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP 255 G8 Notebook HP 255 G10 Notebook
Included Accessories Power adapter, HP Smart AC Adapter HP 45W Smart AC Adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip -
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - HP Fast Charge
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CCC, FCC, ICES CSA, UL, VCCI, BSMI, GS, CCC, FCC, RoHS, KCC, CISPR, ICES, KC, SRRC, NCC, low halogen, TEC, KES, Low Blue Light certified (LBL)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C 35 °C
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C 0 °C
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% (non-condensing) 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
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