When getting the HP 134 replacement cartridge, you may have noticed that you have two choices available. So, what are the main differences between the HP 134A and HP 134X?
You can find out in this comparison guide between the two LaserJet Toner Cartridges.
Quick Summary
When compared to the HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge, the HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge should be able to print out twice as many pages.
So, although more expensive, the X version of the HP 134 will last at least two times as long as the A version before needing to be replace. Therefore, the high yield version provides better value over the long run when compared to the normal capacity version.
The two toner cartridges are identical when it comes to operating temperature, storage temperature, operating humidity, storage humidity and warranty coverage.
HP 134A vs. HP 134X Comparison Chart
You can take a look at Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two Hewlett-Packard toner cartridges below.
| HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (W1340A) | HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge (W1340X) | |
|---|---|---|
| What's in the Box | HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge Recycling Guide | HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge Recycling Guide |
| Compatible Printers | HP LaserJet M209dw Printer (6GW62F#BGJ) HP LaserJet M209dwe Printer (6GW62E#BGJ) HP LaserJet MFP M234dw Printer (6GW99F#BGJ) HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe Printer (6GW99E#BGJ) | HP LaserJet M209dw Printer (6GW62F#BGJ) HP LaserJet M209dwe Printer (6GW62E#BGJ) HP LaserJet MFP M234dw Printer (6GW99F#BGJ) HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe Printer (6GW99E#BGJ) |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Page Yield for Black and White Pages | Around 1,100 pages | Around 2,400 pages |
| Recycled Content in Cartridge | 19% | 19% |
| Operating Temperature Range | 59°F to 77°F | 59°F to 77°F |
| Storage Temperature Range | -4°F to 104°F | -4°F to 104°F |
| Operating Humidity Range | 20% to 80% RH | 20% to 80% RH |
| Storage Humidity Range | 10% to 90% RH | 10% to 90% RH |
| Package Dimensions | 14.33 in x 4.29 in x 5.35 in | 14.37 in x 3.94 in x 4.33 in |
| Package Weight | Around 1.63 lb. | Around 1.74 lb. |
| Warranty | HP Premium Protection Warranty | HP Premium Protection Warranty |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
What’s in the Box
In addition to the actual cartridge, each product also includes a recycling guide inside the retail packaging.
You can check out a breakdown of the content included inside each box for both HP products below:
HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge:
- 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge
- Recycling Guide
HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge:
- 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge
- Recycling Guide
Compatible Printers
The 134A and 134X are compatible with the following printers:
- HP LaserJet M209dw Printer (6GW62F#BGJ)
- HP LaserJet M209dwe Printer (6GW62E#BGJ)
- HP LaserJet MFP M234dw Printer (6GW99F#BGJ)
- HP LaserJet MFP M234dwe Printer (6GW99E#BGJ)
Print Technology
The A and X versions of the HP 134 Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge utilize the laser printing technology.
Page Yield for Black and White Pages
Page yield is a specification that measures the capacity of the HP 134 in terms of the number of pages it is capable of printing before you need to replace it.
According to internal testing done by HP, the 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge is able to print 1,300 more pages than the 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge.
In terms of percentages, the X version of the HP 134 has a 118.18% advantage over the A version.
The tests were done using the ISO/IEC 19798 methodology.
You can take a look at the page yield specs for black and white pages below:
- HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: Around 1,100 pages
- HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge: Around 2,400 pages
Recycled Content in Cartridge
The A and X versions are equally as environmentally friendly as both products are manufactured with 19% recycled content.
Operating Temperature Range
The 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge and 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge have the same operating temperature range of 59°F to 77°F.
Storage Temperature Range
The two replacement cartridges in this versus guide also have the same storage temperature range of -4°F to 104°F.
Operating Humidity Range
Furthermore, the A and X versions also have the same operating humidity range of 20% to 80% RH.
Storage Humidity Range
Last but not least, you can store the HP134A and HP134X within of humidity range of 10% to 90% RH.
Package Dimensions
You can take a look at the package dimensions, which is measured as Width x Depth x Height, below:
- HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 14.33 in x 4.29 in x 5.35 in
- HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge: 14.37 in x 3.94 in x 4.33 in
Package Weight
You can also check out the package weight for the two products below:
- HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: Around 1.63 lb.
- HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge: Around 1.74 lb.
Warranty
The HP 134A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge and HP 134X Black Original LaserJet High Yield Toner Cartridge are covered under the HP Premium Protection Warranty, which promises that the products will be free from any defects.
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