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

Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

affordable price

lightweight design

solid build quality

adequate port selection

quiet operation

mediocre battery life

limited performance

basic display quality

no backlit keyboard

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 255 G8 Notebook and Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
75 % - Design
65 % - Display
45 % - Performance
65 % - Connectivity
65 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 255 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Product Type Notebook Notebook
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 32.71 cm x 24.1 cm x 1.99 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.6 kg
Case Material - Polycarbonate ABS
Colour Dark ash silver Iron grey
DISPLAY HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14" - TN
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1366 x 768 (HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 220 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC -
Features Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design Anti-glare
PROCESSOR HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Celeron N4020 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 2.8 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Dual-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 4 MB
64-bit Computing Yes -
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 4 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC DDR4 SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 2400 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 2400 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 1 TB HDD SATA / 5400 rpm
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel UHD Graphics 600
Max Monitors Supported - 1 external monitor(s)
Camera Yes - HD Yes
Resolution - 0.3 Megapixel
Camera Features HP TrueVision HD Fixed focus
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Audio
COMMUNICATIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax 802.11a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.0
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 200 M.2 Card
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 Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium polymer
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 35 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 6 hours
AC ADAPTER HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 45 Watt
INPUT HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Spill-resistant, multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
2 x USB 3.1 Gen 1
HDMI
USB 2.0
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) 4 in 1 (SD Card, MultiMediaCard, SDHC Card, SDXC Card)
SOFTWARE HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English FreeDOS
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) -
MISCELLANEOUS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo V14 IGL (82C2)
Included Accessories Power adapter, HP Smart AC Adapter Wall mount power adapter
Security Firmware Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) Security Chip 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 - Administrator password, hard drive password, power-on password
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CCC, FCC, ICES RoHS, Energy-Related Products (ErP) Lot 3
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes 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 Limited warranty - 1 year - pick-up and return
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