HP 202A vs 202X Toner
Which should you buy? If you print often, the 202X holds more toner and usually means fewer changes. If you print only occasionally, the 202A costs less upfront. Compare yield and cost per page in the table below — we only list a page count when the product page states one. 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.
202A vs 202X at a glance
| Cartridge | Tier | Color | Yield | Our price | Cost per page | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP 202A black | 202A | Black | OEM-rated about 1,400 pages (ISO) | $64.59 | $0.046 | Shop |
| HP 202X black | 202X | Black | see product page | $84.17 | see product page | Shop |
| HP 202A cyan | 202A | Cyan | OEM-rated about 1,300 pages (ISO) | $89.99 | $0.069 | Shop |
| HP 202X cyan | 202X | Cyan | see product page | $108.14 | see product page | Shop |
| HP 202A magenta | 202A | Magenta | OEM-rated about 1,300 pages (ISO) | $89.99 | $0.069 | Shop |
| HP 202X magenta | 202X | Magenta | OEM-rated about 2,500 pages (ISO) | $108.14 | $0.043 | Shop |
| HP 202A yellow | 202A | Yellow | OEM-rated about 1,300 pages (ISO) | $89.99 | $0.069 | Shop |
| HP 202X yellow | 202X | Yellow | see product page | $108.14 | see product page | 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 202A and 202X are listed for the same HP printers, including HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M281CDW, HP Color LaserJet Pro M254DW, and M281FDW. Match the cartridge number on your empty cartridge to the product title before you order.
Our remanufactured and compatible options
We carry the 202A and 202X as remanufactured cartridges, all 100% post-tested, at up to 40% less than OEM:
HP 202A black · HP 202X black · HP 202A cyan · HP 202X cyan · HP 202A magenta · HP 202X magenta · HP 202A yellow · HP 202X yellow
Related pages
Printer guides: HP Color Pro MFP M281. Browse the series collection: HP 202A and 202X Toner.
Frequently asked questions
Should I buy the 202A or the 202X?
If you print often, the 202X usually means fewer changes. If you print only occasionally, the 202A costs less upfront. Confirm the yield on the product page — we only publish a page count when that page states one.
Do the 202A and 202X 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.
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.