HP 148A vs 148X Toner
Which should you buy? If you print often, the 148X is usually the better buy: OEM-rated about 9,500 pages (ISO) at $167.99, or about $0.018 per page, versus about $0.039 per page for the 148A. If you print only occasionally, the 148A costs less upfront ($113.99 vs $167.99). Every remanufactured cartridge is 100% post-tested and priced at up to 40% less than OEM.
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HP Original is the Gold Standard. We also carry remanufactured cartridges that replace the OEM cartridge number in the product title.
148A vs 148X at a glance
| Cartridge | Tier | Color | Yield | Our price | Cost per page | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP 148A black, new chip | 148A | Black | about 2,900 pages | $113.99 | $0.039 | Shop |
| HP 148A black, reused OEM chip | 148A | Black | see product page | $88.99 | see product page | Shop |
| HP 148X black, new chip | 148X | Black | OEM-rated about 9,500 pages (ISO) | $167.99 | $0.018 | Shop |
| HP 148X black, reused OEM chip | 148X | Black | OEM-rated about 9,500 pages (ISO) | $114.99 | $0.012 | Shop |
Cost per page uses the yield stated on each product page and our current price. If a page count is not listed on the product page, we do not estimate one.
Which printers do they fit?
Both the 148A and 148X are listed for the same HP printers, including HP LaserJet Pro MFP 4101FDN, HP LaserJet Pro 4001DN, HP 4001, HP 4101, 4101FDW, 4001DW, and 4001N. Match the cartridge number on your empty cartridge to the product title before you order.
Our remanufactured and compatible options
We carry the 148A and 148X as remanufactured cartridges, all 100% post-tested, at up to 40% less than OEM:
HP 148A black, new chip · HP 148A black, reused OEM chip · HP 148X black, new chip · HP 148X black, reused OEM chip
Printing checks?
The same printers can print payroll and vendor checks if you swap in MICR toner. Banks need magnetic toner to read the numbers at the bottom of the check. Regular toner will not pass. See our MICR guide for CPA and payroll offices or the MICR printer finder.
| MICR cartridge | Our price | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| HP 148A (W1480A) MICR Toner for HP 4001 and 4101 Check Printing | $145.99 | MICR |
| HP 148X (W1480X) High Yield MICR Toner for HP 4001 and 4101 Check Printing | $186.99 | MICR |
Related pages
Printer guides: HP Pro 4001; HP Pro MFP 4101. Browse the series collection: HP 148A and 148X Toner.
Frequently asked questions
Should I buy the 148A or the 148X?
If you print often, the 148X usually means fewer changes and a lower cost per page ($0.018 vs $0.039 on the options compared above). If you print only occasionally, the 148A costs less upfront. Confirm the yield on the product page — we only publish a page count when that page states one.
Do the 148A and 148X fit the same printers?
Yes. Both are listed for the same HP printers. Match the cartridge number on your empty cartridge to the product title and confirm your exact model on the product page.
How is yield listed here?
Yield is copied from each product page. If that page confirms an ISO figure, we say so. Otherwise we say “about X pages,” or “see product page” when no page count is listed.
Can these printers print checks?
Yes. Swap in the matching MICR cartridge linked above. Banks need magnetic (MICR) toner to read the routing and account line. Regular toner is enough only if that line is already printed on the check stock.
Is this an OEM HP cartridge?
No. HP Original is the Gold Standard. The cartridges linked here are remanufactured replacements for the OEM cartridge number in the product title. Every cartridge is 100% post-tested and priced at up to 40% less than OEM.
Do you offer local pickup?
No. Every order is drop shipped, and we ship nationwide with free ground shipping.