HP 80A vs 80X: same black LaserJet toner for the same printers. The difference is page yield (and cost per page).
80A (CF280A) is the standard-yield black — about 2,700 pages. Buy this when you print lightly.
80X (CF280X) is the high-yield black — about 6,900 pages. Same fit. Fewer swaps. Better cost per page if the printer runs often.
| Feature | 80A | 80X |
|---|---|---|
| Black yield | ~2,700 (CF280A) | ~6,900 (CF280X) |
| Best for | Light / occasional | Regular office use |
| Printers | LaserJet Pro 400 M401n/dn/dne/dw; MFP M425dn/dw | |
Mono black only — there is no 80 color pack. Not 26A/26X or 58A/58X. Read the label on the cartridge already in the printer.
We sell a compatible 80A black (CF280A) and a compatible 80X high-yield black (CF280X), chips installed.
When to buy which: replace toner more than a couple of times a year → start with 80X (about 2.5× the pages for roughly the same cartridge price). Occasional printing → 80A is enough. If the label says 80X, stay on X unless you intentionally want fewer pages per cartridge.
FAQ
Are 80A and 80X for the same printers?
Yes. Same M401 / M425 family. Only the yield changes.
Is there an 80 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 80A or compatible HP 80X.