HP 655A vs 656X Toner
Which should you buy? If you print often, the 656X holds more toner and usually means fewer changes. If you print only occasionally, the 655A 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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655A vs 656X at a glance
| Cartridge | Tier | Color | Yield | Our price | Cost per page | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP 655A black | 655A | Black | see product page | $131.99 | see product page | Shop |
| HP 656X black | 656X | Black | OEM-rated about 27,000 pages (ISO) | $152.99 | $0.006 | Shop |
| HP 655A cyan | 655A | Cyan | see product page | $128.99 | see product page | Shop |
| HP 656X cyan | 656X | Cyan | OEM-rated about 22,000 pages (ISO) | $152.99 | $0.007 | Shop |
| HP 655A magenta | 655A | Magenta | see product page | $128.99 | see product page | Shop |
| HP 656X magenta | 656X | Magenta | OEM-rated about 22,000 pages (ISO) | $152.99 | $0.007 | Shop |
| HP 655A yellow | 655A | Yellow | see product page | $128.99 | see product page | Shop |
| HP 656X yellow | 656X | Yellow | OEM-rated about 22,000 pages (ISO) | $152.99 | $0.007 | 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 655A and 656X are listed for the same HP printers, including HP Color LaserJet Enterprise Flow MFP M681F, HP Color LaserJet Enterprise flow MFP M682Z, HP Color LaserJet Managed Flow MFP E67660Z, HP Color LaserJet Managed flow MFP E67560Z, HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E67550DH, HP Color LaserJet Managed MFP E67650DH, HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M652DN, HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M653DH, HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M653DN, HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M681DH, HP Color LaserJet Managed E65050DN, HP Color LaserJet Managed E65055DN, M652N, and M653X, and 1 other models listed on the product pages. Match the cartridge number on your empty cartridge to the product title before you order.
Our remanufactured and compatible options
We carry the 655A and 656X as remanufactured cartridges, all 100% post-tested, at up to 40% less than OEM:
HP 655A black · HP 656X black · HP 655A cyan · HP 656X cyan · HP 655A magenta · HP 656X magenta · HP 655A yellow · HP 656X yellow
Related pages
Browse the series collection: HP 655A and 655X Toner.
Frequently asked questions
Should I buy the 655A or the 656X?
If you print often, the 656X usually means fewer changes. If you print only occasionally, the 655A costs less upfront. Confirm the yield on the product page — we only publish a page count when that page states one.
Do the 655A and 656X 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.