HP 305X vs HP 305A, Which Black Toner Cartridge Should I Buy?
Toner cartridges are very similar to each other. When choosing the right cartridge for your printer and your needs, there will be several points to take into account to make the right decision, but how do you know which toner cartridge is the best option for your needs?

Ink Genie allows you to print sharp, high-resolution images and text at a discounted price without sacrificing quality, and in this blog, we compare two of the best HP black toner cartridges options from our online store.


HP 305x vs HP 305a: Main differences between these two toner models


HP 305A  HP 305X
Print Technology Laser Laser
Page Yield Around 2,090 pages Around 4,000 pages
Model #
Compatible Printers
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color M351 Toner (CE410A)
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color Mfp M375 Toner (CE903A)
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color M351a Toner (CE955A)
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color Mfp M375Nw Toner (CE903A)
HP LaserJet Pro 400 Color M451Dn Toner (CE957A)
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color M351 Toner (CE410A)
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color Mfp M375 Toner (CE903A)
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color M351a Toner (CE955A)
HP LaserJet Pro 300 Color Mfp M375Nw Toner (CE903A)
HP LaserJet Pro 400 Color M451Dn Toner (CE957A)
Recycled Content in Cartridge 19% 17%


* Recycled Content in Cartridge is when HP manufactures Original HP Ink Cartridges using recycle plastic from cartridges returned by customers.


Which black ink cartridge is the best value for my HP printer?



Reviewing the table above, we can see that the Original HP 305X Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge prints almost twice as many sheets than the HP 305A model and at a slightly higher overall price. However, the HP 305X has a lower cost per printed sheet and could be considered the better overall value for your printing needs.

Depending on how much you print, the higher yield ink cartridge would be the more cost-effective option. If you don’t print as often, you can go for the cheaper ink cartridge option with the HP 305A. Alternatively, the higher yield option of the HP 305X ink cartridge will help to not have to replace your toner cartridge as often.

Ink Genie prides itself on being an ink and toner company with a focus on environmental actions, so the last item in the table is very relevant to our environmental goal and significant to us when making the best decision.

Both ink cartridges come with a recycling guide included in the box, and although both packages are the same size and created with the same material, we notice that the HP 305 version X is slightly more eco-friendly while having a larger capacity.

Overall, both black toner cartridges are very similar in terms of operating temperature range, storage temperature range, operating humidity range, and storage humidity range and both versions are built for laser printing technology.

So, the decision of which black ink cartridge is better is now up to you. Since you will be able to compare all the points above against your needs at home or at work to buy your best toner cartridge, you’ll be able to determine which is best for you.


Where to buy black ink cartridges?



We at Ink Genie are an ink and toner cartridge retailer that stocks tons of Original HP 305X Black LaserJet Toner Cartridge and HP 305A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge, ready to be packaged and sent to your home.

We have lower prices and offer discounts for all our cartridges and toners, thanks to our unique way of buying and selling that allows us to have the best prices in the market.

Ink Genie is one of the leading ink and toner suppliers to businesses, government institutions, schools, and homes in the country. We have thousands of customers that we consider part of our family and always offer them our best service, satisfaction, and savings!

Learn more about Ink Genie and shop our selection of name-brand ink cartridges and toners.
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