If you are looking into getting the HP 55 replacement cartridge, then you may have run into two options. So, what are the main differences between the 55A and 55X?
You can find out in this comparison guide for the two products.
Quick Summary
When compared to the HP 55A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge, the HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge is able to print out more than twice as many pages before needing to be replaced.
So, while the X version of the HP 55 will cost more upfront, it is the better value out of these two due to being able to last at least two times longer than the A version.
The two versions are identical when it comes to operating temperature range, storage temperature range, operating humidity range, storage humidity range as well as percentage of recycled content.
HP 55A vs. HP 55X Comparison Chart
You can check out Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the HP 55 cartridges below.
| HP 55A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (CE255A) | HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (CE255X) | |
|---|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 15.55 in x 6.30 in x 10.28 in | 15.55 in x 6.30 in x 12.32 in |
| Package Weight | 4.00 lbs. | 4.97 lbs. |
| What's in the Box | Toner cartridge Recycling guide | Toner cartridge Recycling guide |
| Compatible Printers | HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 MFP M525dn (CF116A#BGJ) HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 MFP M525f (CF117A#BGJ) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015d (CE526A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015dn (CE528A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015n (CE527A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015x (CE529A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise flow MFP M525c (CF118A#BGJ) HP LaserJet Pro MFP M521dn (A8P79A#BGJ) | HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 MFP M525dn (CF116A#BGJ) HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 MFP M525f (CF117A#BGJ) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015d (CE526A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015dn (CE528A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015n (CE527A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015x (CE529A#ABA) HP LaserJet Enterprise flow MFP M525c (CF118A#BGJ) HP LaserJet Pro MFP M521dn (A8P79A#BGJ) |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Page Yield (Black and White) | 6,000 pages | 12,500 pages |
| Operating Temperature Range | 50°F to 90.5°F | 50°F to 90.5°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 80% RH | 10% to 80% RH |
| Recycled Content in Cartridge | 37% | 37% |
| Pricing | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) | Check price on Amazon.(#CommissionsEarned) |
Package Dimensions
The package that comes with the HP 55X is taller in height when compared to the HP 55A’s package.
You can find the measurements for both boxes (which is displayed as Width x Depth x Height) below:
- HP 55A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 15.55 in x 6.30 in x 10.28 in
- HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 15.55 in x 6.30 in x 12.32 in
Package Weight
The retail box for the HP 55X is also heavier than the retail box for HP 55A.
You can take a look at the weight specifications for the two packages below:
- HP 55A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 4.00 lbs.
- HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 4.97 lbs.
What’s in the Box
Along with the actual toner cartridge, both products also include a physical recycling guide.
Compatible Printers
You can check out a list of compatible printers for the HP 55A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge and HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge below:
- HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 MFP M525dn (CF116A#BGJ)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise 500 MFP M525f (CF117A#BGJ)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015d (CE526A#ABA)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015dn (CE528A#ABA)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015n (CE527A#ABA)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise P3015x (CE529A#ABA)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise flow MFP M525c (CF118A#BGJ)
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M521dn (A8P79A#BGJ)
Print Technology
The HP 55A Black and HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridges are both built for laser printing.
Page Yield (Black and White)
Page yield is a specification that measures the paper output, when it comes to black and white printing, of the HP 55 toner cartridge before it runs out of capacity and will need to be replaced.
According to internal testing done by HP, you will be able to print approximately 6,500 more page with the HP 55X than the HP 55A.
In terms of percentages, this translates to a 108.33% yield advantage for the X version.
The aforementioned tests were done using the ISO/IEC 19752 methodology.
You can find the page yield on black and white pages for both versions below:
- HP 55A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 6,000 pages
- HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 12,500 pages
Operating Temperature Range
The two toner cartridges in this versus guide are identical when it comes to the operating temperature range, which is from 50°F to 90.5°F.
Storage Temperature Range
The A and X versions of the Laser Jet Toner Cartridge also have the same non-operation storage temperature range at -4°F to 104°F.
Operating Humidity Range
For humidity, both the HP 55X and HP 55A should be operating within a range of 20% to 80% RH.
Storage Humidity Range
For non-operation storage, these product needs to be stored withing a range of 10% to 80% RH.
Recycled Content in Cartridge
Both the HP 55A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge and HP 55X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge are manufactured using a good chunk of recycled materials.
According to HP, the A and X versions are made up of 37% recycled content.
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