HP 30A vs 30X: same black LaserJet toner for the same printers. The difference is page yield (and cost per page).
30A (CF230A) is the standard-yield black — about 1,600 pages. Buy this when you print lightly.
30X (CF230X) is the high-yield black — about 3,500 pages. Same fit. Fewer swaps. Better cost per page if the printer runs often.
| Feature | 30A | 30X |
|---|---|---|
| Black yield | ~1,600 (CF230A) | ~3,500 (CF230X) |
| Best for | Light / occasional | Regular office use |
| Printers | LaserJet Pro M203dw; MFP M227fdn / M227fdw | |
Mono black only — there is no 30 color pack. Not 80A/80X or 55A/55X. Read the label on the cartridge already in the printer.
We sell a compatible 30A black (CF230A) and a compatible 30X high-yield black (CF230X), chips installed.
When to buy which: replace toner more than a couple of times a year → start with 30X (about 2× the pages for a modest step up in cartridge price). Occasional printing → 30A is enough. If the label says 30X, stay on X unless you intentionally want fewer pages per cartridge.
FAQ
Are 30A and 30X for the same printers?
Yes. Same M203 / M227 family. Only the yield changes.
Is there a 30 4-pack?
No. These are single black cartridges only.
Does compatible toner void the printer warranty?
Using a non-HP cartridge does not by itself void HP’s limited printer warranty. Damage HP attributes to a non-HP cartridge is a different question.
HP+ / Instant Ink?
Those programs do not accept compatible toner. If you are not sure the printer was never enrolled, ask before you order.
Ready to order: compatible HP 30A or compatible HP 30X.