What’s the difference between the HP 94A and HP 94X?

When searching for the HP 94, you may notice that there are two variants. So, what are the differences between the A version and X version?

You can find out in this comparison guide between the two LaserJet toner cartridges.

Quick Summary

When compared to the HP 94A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge, the HP 94X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge is able to print out more than twice as many pages.

The two versions are identical when it comes to operating temperature, storage temperature, operating humidity, storage humidity and warranty coverage.

Overall, we recommended getting the HP 94X. Although more expensive upfront, you will get much longer longevity with the X version when compared to the A version. As a result, the 94X will end up being the better value over the long run.

HP 94A vs. HP 94X Comparison Chart

You can check out Seeking Tech’s comparison table for the two versions of the HP94 below.

What’s in the Box

In addition to the toner cartridge, both products also come with a recycling guide packed into the box.

Package Dimensions

The packaging size is the same for the two variants of the HP 94.

You can find the measurements for the boxes, which is displayed as Width x Depth x Height, below:

• 14.09 in 4.25 in x 5.3 in

Package Weight

The X version of the HP 94 is a bit heavier when compared to the A version.

You can find the weight specifications for both packages below:

• HP 94A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 1.08 lb.
• HP 94X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: 1.22 lb.

Compatible Printers

The HP 94A Black and HP 94X High Yield Black Original Laser Jet Toner Cartridges are compatible with the following printers:

• HP LaserJet Pro M118dw (4PA39A#BGJ)
• HP LaserJet Pro MFP M148dw (4PA41A#BGJ)
• HP LaserJet Pro MFP M148fdw (4PA42A#BGJ)

Print Technology

The HP 94A and HP 94X High Yield Black utilize the laser print technology.

Page Yield

When it comes to page yield, the HP 94X High Yield Black is able to print out approximately 1,600 more pages when compared to the HP 94A.

In terms of percentages, the X version has a 133.33% advantage over the A version of the HP 94.

The page yields were tested by HP using the ISO/IEC 19752 standard method.

You can check out specifications below:

• HP 94A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: Around 1,200 pages
• HP 94X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge: Around 2,800 pages

Operating Temperature Range

The HP 94A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge and HP 94X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge have the same recommended operating temperature range, which is at 50°F to 90.5°F.

Storage Temperature Range

The A and X variants of the 94 cartridges also have identical recommended storage temperature range, which is at -4°F to 104°F.

Operating Humidity Range

Furthermore, the HP 94A Black Original and HP 94X High Yield Black Original have the same suggested operating humidity range at 20% to 80% RH.

Storage Humidity Range

Finally, the A and X versions of the toner cartridge have identical suggested storage humidity range at 10% to 90% RH.

Warranty

The HP 94A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge and HP 94X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge are each protected by the HP Premium Protection Warranty.

This guarantees that the products will be free from defects.

Resources:

• https://store.hp.com/us/en/pdp/hp-94a-black-original-laserjet-toner-cartridge
• https://store.hp.com/us/en/pdp/hp-94x-black-original-laserjet-toner-cartridge