Refurbished HP 255 G8 vs HP 255 G9: prices compared

HP 255 G8

€310

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Week of 5 October 2026

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Fact	HP 255 G8	HP 255 G9
Linux support	Linux runs on this laptop. “System \| Fedora 38”linux-hardware.org, checked 7 September 2026.	Linux runs on this laptop, with something not working. “ELAN:ARM-M4 fingerprint reader - failed”linux-hardware.org, checked 22 September 2026.
Soldered RAM	The RAM can be upgraded. “Having two SODIMMs instead of soldered RAM means that you can add more memory in the future and that extends the device’s lifespan.”laptopmedia.com, checked 7 September 2026.	The RAM can be upgraded. “Memory-wise, there are two SODIMM slots, which work with up to 32GB of DDR4 memory in total.”laptopmedia.com, checked 22 September 2026.
Screen quality	Reviewers rate this screen poorly. “Its TN panel has poor viewing angles, mediocre contrast ratio and covers only 53% of the sRGB color gamut (Innolux CMN1526)”laptopmedia.com, checked 7 September 2026.	Reviewers rate this screen poorly. “HP 255 G9’s TN panel has a Full HD resolution, quick pixel response times, and a flicker-free backlight. Unfortunately, it has all of the negative characteristics of TN panels – low contrast ratio, poor viewing angles, and in this case – low color coverage.”laptopmedia.com, checked 22 September 2026.

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