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Description
HP 202X Toner for HP Color LaserJet Pro M254 & MFP M280 / M281 Series
Confirm your exact printer model before ordering.
Quick check: This 4-pack includes HP 202X / CF500X, CF501X, CF502X, and CF503X toner cartridges with pre-installed smart chips.
HP 202X Toner Cartridges 4-Pack With Chip
This myCartridge HP 202X toner 4-pack is made for HP Color LaserJet Pro M254dn, M254dw, M254nw, and HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M280nw, M281fdn, M281fdw, and M281cdw printers. It includes black, cyan, magenta, and yellow high-yield cartridges with pre-installed smart chips, so you can install them without transferring chips from your old cartridges.
Designed for everyday home office, school, and business color printing, this HP 202X compatible toner set provides the high-yield CF500X–CF503X cartridge family for reports, invoices, presentations, charts, shipping documents, schoolwork, and daily office printing.
Choosing HP 202X toner should be straightforward. This set focuses on correct printer matching, pre-installed chips, toner-level support, high-yield capacity, and direct after-sales support.
HP 202X buying concerns answered
Common HP 202X Buying Concerns, Solved
Printer compatibility: HP 202X is for the M254 and MFP M280/M281 printer family listed on this page. HP M252 and M277 printers use HP 201 toner and are not compatible with HP 202X.
Printer recognition: Each myCartridge HP 202X compatible cartridge includes a pre-installed smart chip designed to support smoother recognition with compatible printers.
No chip transfer: You do not need to remove a chip from your used cartridge and move it to the new cartridge.
High-yield printing: HP 202X is the high-yield version of HP 202A. Black is listed at approximately 3,200 pages and each color at approximately 2,500 pages.
Complete color set: This 4-pack includes black, cyan, magenta, and yellow, so all four toner colors are available in one order.
Support after purchase: myCartridge provides Lifetime Warranty, 365-Day Returns, and support or replacement assistance for cartridge recognition and product issues.
Best for: HP M254 and M280/M281 users who want a high-yield 202X set with chips already installed, no chip transfer, toner-level monitoring support, and fewer cartridge replacements than 202A.
myCartridge HP 202X vs. Other Options
Page yield may look similar, but the setup, day-to-day experience, warranty, and support can be very different.
| What Matters | myCartridge HP 202X Ready to Install | Original HP 202X | Other Third-Party HP 202X |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Chip Included | Yes — pre-installed | Yes — original HP chip | Most are sold without chips. Some brands may ship either a chip or no-chip version depending on available stock. |
| Chip Transfer | No transfer needed | No transfer needed | No-chip versions require you to move the original HP chip yourself. The chip can be damaged during removal if you do not have the right tools or experience. |
| Toner-Level Display | Supported | Supported | Most do not show the toner level correctly. |
| Recognition Check Before Shipping | Yes — checked before shipment | Native OEM recognition | Not offered. |
| Warranty | Lifetime Warranty | Limited Warranty | Limited warranty. |
| Customer Reviews | ★★★★★ 5.0/5 · 60+ Reviews | Large number of customer reviews | Usually very few customer reviews, so the rating can be hard to judge. |
myCartridge is built for buyers who want the chip already installed, toner-level display support, a recognition check before shipping, Lifetime Warranty, and 365-Day Returns.
Experienced DIY users who already know how to remove and transfer an original HP chip safely and have the proper tools for the job.
What's in the Box
| Cartridge | OEM Number | Color | Page Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 x HP 202X Black | CF500X | Black | ~3,200 pages |
| 1 x HP 202X Cyan | CF501X | Cyan | ~2,500 pages |
| 1 x HP 202X Magenta | CF503X | Magenta | ~2,500 pages |
| 1 x HP 202X Yellow | CF502X | Yellow | ~2,500 pages |
Current value reference: At the current first-set discounted price of $74.25, this 4-pack provides four high-yield cartridges with a combined listed cartridge yield of 10,700 pages. Do not interpret the combined figure as the number of full-color sheets you can print; actual toner consumption varies by color usage, page coverage, documents, and printer settings.
HP lists 202X replacement yield at approximately 3,200 black pages and 2,500 composite color pages under ISO/IEC 19798 reference conditions. Actual yield varies significantly by printed content and usage.
About the Smart Chip
Each myCartridge HP 202X cartridge includes a pre-installed smart chip to support printer recognition and toner-level status on compatible HP M254 and M280/M281 printers.
No chip transfer needed. The cartridges are ready to install without removing the chip from your used cartridge.
HP 202A vs HP 202X: What's the Difference?
HP 202A and HP 202X fit the same compatible M254 and M280/M281 printer family. The main difference is page yield. Choose 202X if you print regularly and want fewer cartridge replacements.
| Feature | HP 202A Standard Yield | HP 202X High Yield |
|---|---|---|
| Black Page Yield | ~1,400 pages | ~3,200 pages |
| Color Page Yield (each) | ~1,300 pages | ~2,500 pages |
| Compatible Printers | M254 / M280 / M281 family | M254 / M280 / M281 family |
| Best For | Light to moderate printing | Regular home office or business printing |
| Replacement Frequency | More frequent | Less frequent |
Need a deeper comparison? Read our HP 202A vs HP 202X toner comparison for page-yield differences, cartridge numbers, compatible printers, and which option is better for your print volume.
For a broader printer-to-cartridge reference, see our HP color toner compatibility guide.
How to Install HP 202X Toner Cartridges
Follow the steps below for a normal HP 202X replacement, or watch the installation video for a visual walkthrough.
- Open the printer front cover and pull out the toner cartridge drawer.
- Remove the used cartridge from the correct color slot.
- Unpack the new HP 202X cartridge.
- Gently rock the cartridge side to side 5–6 times to distribute toner.
- Remove all protective materials, pull tabs, and transport pieces required by the cartridge instructions.
- Insert the new black, cyan, magenta, or yellow cartridge firmly into the correct slot.
- Close the toner drawer and printer cover.
- Allow the printer to initialize the cartridge, then print a test page.
How Does myCartridge HP 202X Print?
In internal myCartridge R&D lab testing, this HP 202X compatible toner set achieved approximately 99.82% print output similarity compared with OEM output.
For everyday office documents, reports, invoices, presentations, shipping labels, schoolwork, and home business printing, the difference is typically difficult to notice. Under controlled test conditions, professional lab equipment is usually required to detect measurable differences.
Testing data is from the myCartridge R&D lab. Actual print results may vary by printer condition, paper type, document coverage, print settings, and usage environment.
HP 202X Customer Reviews for myCartridge Toner Set
Rated 5.0 out of 5 based on 60+ customer reviews for the myCartridge HP 202X toner set.
Customers value the convenience of a complete four-color high-yield set with pre-installed smart chips for compatible HP Color LaserJet Pro M254 and MFP M280 / M281 printers.
- Fits the compatible HP M254 and M280 / M281 printer family listed on this page.
- Pre-installed chips help reduce setup steps compared with no-chip cartridges.
- High-yield CF500X–CF503X cartridges reduce replacement frequency versus 202A.
- A practical non-OEM option for home offices, schools, and small businesses.
HP 202X Is Not for HP M252 or M277 Printers
HP cartridge families can look similar, so the printer model should always be checked before ordering. In HP 202 regions, M254 and M280/M281 models use 202A / 202X. M252 and M277 printers use the older HP 201 toner family.
| If Your Printer Is | Correct Toner Family | Should You Buy HP 202X? |
|---|---|---|
| HP Color LaserJet Pro M254dn / M254dw / M254nw | HP 202A / 202X | Yes |
| HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M280nw / M281cdw / M281fdn / M281fdw | HP 202A / 202X | Yes |
| HP Color LaserJet Pro M252n / M252dw | HP 201A / 201X family | No |
| HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M277n / M277dw | HP 201A / 201X family | No |
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about HP 202X compatibility, CF500X–CF503X cartridge numbers, chip setup, page yield, printer recognition, firmware, and warranty support.
Does this pack include all four colors?
Yes. The set includes HP 202X black (CF500X), cyan (CF501X), magenta (CF503X), and yellow (CF502X), all with pre-installed compatible smart chips.
Which printers does this HP 202X toner 4-pack fit?
It fits HP Color LaserJet Pro M254dn, M254dw, M254nw, HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M280nw, M281fdn, M281fdw, and M281cdw in regions where HP 202A / 202X cartridges are specified.
Does HP 202X fit HP Color LaserJet Pro M254dn?
Yes. HP lists 202A and 202X toner for the M254dn, M254dw, and M254nw printer family in North America, Latin America, Asia Pacific, and Japan.
Does HP 202X fit the M280nw and M281 series?
Yes. HP 202A and HP 202X are specified for HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M280nw, M281cdw, M281fdn, and M281fdw in the corresponding 202-series regions.
Does HP 202X fit HP M252 or M277 printers?
No. HP M252 and M277 printers use the HP 201 toner family. They should not be listed as compatible HP 202X printers.
What is the difference between HP 202A and HP 202X?
HP 202A is standard yield and HP 202X is high yield. HP lists approximately 1,400 black / 1,300 color pages for 202A and approximately 3,200 black / 2,500 color pages for 202X. See the full HP 202A vs HP 202X comparison for cartridge numbers, compatible printers, and buying guidance.
Do I need to transfer a chip from my old cartridge?
No. Each cartridge in this myCartridge 202X 4-pack comes with a pre-installed smart chip.
What does “with chip” mean for HP 202X toner?
“With chip” means a compatible smart chip is already installed on the cartridge to support printer recognition and toner-status communication.
My HP printer shows a “non-HP cartridge” or supply alert. Is that normal?
A compatible cartridge may trigger a non-HP or non-original supply notification. Follow the supported printer prompt when continuation is available. The notification alone does not necessarily mean the cartridge cannot print.
Can HP firmware updates affect compatible HP 202X toner?
Firmware changes can affect how some HP printers communicate with compatible cartridge chips. myCartridge uses current pre-installed chip versions for the supported printer family. If recognition changes after a firmware update, contact myCartridge support.
What should I do if the printer does not recognize a cartridge?
First verify that the printer is one of the compatible M254 / M280 / M281 models on this page. Remove all protective materials, reinstall the cartridge firmly in the correct slot, restart the printer, and contact support if the recognition issue continues.
How does myCartridge HP 202X print compared with original HP toner?
Based on internal myCartridge R&D lab testing, this HP 202X compatible toner set achieved approximately 99.82% print output similarity compared with OEM output. It is designed for sharp text, clean color output, and consistent everyday printing.
For most home office and business documents, the difference is typically difficult to notice; under controlled test conditions, professional lab equipment is usually required to detect measurable differences. Actual results may vary by printer condition, paper type, document coverage, print settings, and usage environment.
What is the current myCartridge HP 202X customer rating?
The myCartridge HP 202X toner set is currently rated 5.0 out of 5 based on 56 customer reviews.
What should I do if the print is light, streaky, or uneven?
Remove the affected cartridge, gently rock it side to side 5–6 times, confirm all protective seals are removed, reinstall it firmly, and print a test page. If the defect continues, contact support for troubleshooting.
Will using compatible toner automatically void my HP printer warranty?
In the United States, use of a third-party replacement product alone does not automatically void an entire written warranty. However, warranty coverage may not apply to damage shown to have been caused by a third-party product. Check the warranty terms that apply to your printer.
Is HP 202X toner ink or toner?
HP 202X is toner for compatible HP color laser printers. It is not ink for an inkjet printer.
Is HP 202X compatible with HP 206X, 218X, 210X, or 414X printers?
No. HP 202X, 206X, 218X, 210X, and 414X are separate toner families. Match the printer model and cartridge number before ordering.
myCartridge is an independent supplier of compatible printer cartridges. HP, 202A, 202X, CF500A, CF501A, CF502A, CF503A, CF500X, CF501X, CF502X, CF503X, Color LaserJet Pro, M254dn, M254dw, M254nw, M280nw, M281cdw, M281fdn, M281fdw and related model names are trademarks or model references of HP Inc. and are used here only to describe cartridge and printer compatibility. This product is not manufactured, sponsored, or endorsed by HP Inc.
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