HP 255 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)

Laptop Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of HP 255 G8 Notebook and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS). Compare sizes, performance, storage capacities, batteries and other important specifications and features to easily choose the right laptop for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the laptop that will best fit your needs.

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 Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

impressive 4k display

sleek aluminum design

fast intel core performance

good battery life

thunderbolt 3 support

limited port variety

no dedicated gpu

higher price range

average speaker quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP 255 G8 Notebook and Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
72 % - Design
66 % - Display
65 % - Performance
75 % - Connectivity
74 % - Battery
81 % - Design
84 % - Display
85 % - Performance
86 % - Connectivity
72 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP 255 G8 Notebook vs. Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Product Type Notebook Notebook - 180-degree hinge design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 35.8 cm x 24.2 cm x 1.99 cm 32.235 cm x 21.2 cm x 1.815 cm
Weight 1.74 kg 1.4 kg
Case Material - Aluminum
Colour Dark ash silver Iron grey
DISPLAY HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Screen Size (Type) 15.6" - IPS 14"
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio 16:9 16:9
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 400 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 72% NTSC
Features Anti-glare, narrow-bezel design Glossy, Wide Viewing Angle, glass cover, Dolby Vision, 72% NTSC colour gamut
PROCESSOR HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
CPU AMD Ryzen 5 3500U / 2.1 GHz Intel Core i5 (10th Gen) 1035G4 / 1.1 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.7 GHz 3.7 GHz
Number of Cores Quad-Core Quad-Core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 6 MB
64-bit Computing Yes Yes
Features - Integrated memory controller
MEMORY HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
RAM 8 GB (1 x 8 GB (non customer accessible / upgradeable)) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
Max RAM Supported 16 GB -
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM - non-ECC LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 2400 MHz / PC4-19200 3733 MHz
Rated Speed 2400 MHz 3733 MHz
Form Factor SO-DIMM 260-pin -
Slots Qty 2 -
Empty Slots 1 -
STORAGE HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe - NVM Express (NVMe) 256 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x4 - NVM Express (NVMe)
AUDIO & VIDEO HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Graphics Processor (GPU) AMD Radeon Graphics Intel Iris Plus Graphics
Camera Yes - HD Yes - 720p
Camera Features HP TrueVision HD IR camera, ToF sensor
Video Resolutions 720p -
Sound Stereo speakers, dual array microphone Stereo speakers, dual array microphone
Compliant Standards - High Definition Audio, Dolby Atmos
COMMUNICATIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
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 Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 41 Wh 62 Wh
Battery Life - Up to 19 hours
AC ADAPTER HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Input AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 120/230 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 19.5 V 65 Watt
INPUT HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Type Keyboard, touchpad Keyboard, touchpad
Numeric Keypad Yes -
Keyboard Backlight - Yes
Features Multi-touch touchpad, touchpad with gesture support Multi-touch touchpad, buttonless touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Interfaces 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1
USB-C 3.2 Gen 1
HDMI
LAN
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB-C 3.1 Gen 2 (supports Thunderbolt 3, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
USB 3.1 Gen 1 (Always On)
USB 3.1 Gen 1
Headphone/microphone combo jack
Memory Card Reader Yes (SD Card, SDHC Card, SDXC Card) -
SOFTWARE HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
Operating System (OS) Windows 10 Pro 64-bit Edition - English Windows 10 Home 64-bit Edition - 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) Microsoft Office (Trial)
MISCELLANEOUS HP 255 G8 Notebook Lenovo Yoga S740-14IIL (81RS)
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 2.0) Security Chip
Security Slot Type Kensington security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features - Administrator password, power-on password, RapidCharge
Compliant Standards UL, BSMI, CCC, FCC, ICES RoHS
SAR Value - 0.439 W/kg (body), 0.439 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes -
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) - 0.439 W/kg (body)
0.439 W/kg (limb)
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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