HP 952XL vs 952 Ink: What’s the Difference?

If you have ever stepped foot in an office supply store, you know there are many ink cartridges available. While every brand has its line of cartridges compatible with its printer models, you’ll also find even more variations of each specific type of cartridge.

So, when you’re looking for the HP 952XL ink cartridge and stumble upon the 952 option, don’t be alarmed. It’s easy to get confused when shopping for genuine replacement ink cartridges. What do all the letters mean, and what's the difference between HP 952XL and HP 952 ink? 

Most name-brand ink manufacturers, including HP, offer the same ink and toner cartridges in multiple capacities. By having both standard and high-yield options to choose from, you can save money, stay on budget, and get the replacement ink you need.

HP 952XL Cartridges vs. 952 Cartridges

When purchasing HP ink cartridges, most cartridges have a standard yield or high yield option. While standard cartridges will save you money upfront, the high-yield cartridges are the most cost-effective option overall.

Most HP high yield cartridges provide a better long-term value since they last significantly longer than standard yield cartridges. HP 952 black ink cartridges are designed to print around 1000 pages, while the HP 952XL can print twice that amount.

In general, we always recommend you choose the high-yield printer cartridge options to save money and reduce the frequency you’ll have to replace your ink.

Where can you buy HP 952 and 952XL ink cartridges? You can always purchase high-quality ink replacements from the manufacturer or online retailers, but you will most often pay a premium to do so. With a reputable third-party seller, like Ink Genie, you can purchase genuine replacement standard and high-yield cartridges at a fraction of the cost of shopping from a manufacturer.

HP 952 vs. HP 952XL: A Comparison

The HP 952XL high yield black ink cartridge is designed to print around 2000 pages, which is twice as much as the standard 952 black original ink cartridge.

For cost comparisons, below are links to the available HP 952 and 952XL cartridges sold through Ink Genie:

• Genuine HP 952 Black Standard Ink Cartridge
• Genuine HP 952XL Black High Yield Ink Cartridge

• Genuine HP 952 Cyan/Magenta/Yellow Standard Ink Cartridge
• Genuine HP 952XL Cyan/Magenta/Yellow High Yield Ink Cartridge

• Genuine HP 952 Black Standard Ink Cartridge (2 pack)
• Genuine HP 952 Black High Yield Ink Cartridge (2 pack)

As a helpful apples-to-apples comparison, below are the statistics of an HP 952 cartridge vs. an HP 952XL black ink cartridge.

Choosing between the standard and high yield options doesn’t have to be complicated. If it fits your budget, it’s always best to go with the high yield option for home or office printing. If you don’t print regularly and feel a high yield option will go unused, opt for standard. You can’t go wrong shopping for HP 952 or 952XL replacement ink cartridges from Ink Genie.

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