HP 203A and 203X Toner Cartridges: Code and Printer Guide
HP 203A standard-capacity toner
HP 203A uses CF540A (black), CF541A (cyan), CF542A (yellow) and CF543A (magenta). Check the full code and your printer model before ordering.
HP’s yield figures are approximate averages under ISO/IEC 19798. Real output varies by pages, settings and use. The HP figures shown below apply to original HP cartridges only; compatible and remanufactured replacements may have different yields.
Original HP 203A yield estimates
The figures below are HP’s approximate yield benchmarks for original HP cartridges only. They do not describe a compatible or remanufactured product, which may have its own code and specifications.
| Original HP code | Colour | Approximate HP yield |
|---|---|---|
| CF540A | Black | About 1,400 pages |
| CF541A | Cyan | About 1,300 pages |
| CF542A | Yellow | About 1,300 pages |
| CF543A | Magenta | About 1,300 pages |
These are average estimates under the ISO/IEC 19798 test method; actual output varies with print content, settings and use. See HP’s 203A product information.
HP 203X high-capacity toner
HP 203X uses CF540X (black), CF541X (cyan), CF542X (yellow) and CF543X (magenta). The X suffix identifies the higher-capacity version in this family; still check the full cartridge code and printer model.
HP’s yield figures are approximate averages under ISO/IEC 19798. Real output varies by pages, settings and use. The HP figures shown below apply to original HP cartridges only; compatible and remanufactured replacements may have different yields.
Original HP 203X yield estimates
The figures below are HP’s approximate yield benchmarks for original HP cartridges only. They do not describe a compatible or remanufactured product, which may have its own code and specifications.
| Original HP code | Colour | Approximate HP yield |
|---|---|---|
| CF540X | Black | About 3,200 pages |
| CF541X | Cyan | About 2,500 pages |
| CF542X | Yellow | About 2,500 pages |
| CF543X | Magenta | About 2,500 pages |
These are average estimates under the ISO/IEC 19798 test method; actual output varies with print content, settings and use. See HP’s 203X product information.
Printer compatibility checks
The HP 203A and 203X cartridge families are used by selected HP Colour LaserJet Pro printers, including M254dw, M254nw, MFP M280nw, MFP M281fdn and MFP M281fdw models. Check the complete model name on the printer label and compare it with the product listing before ordering; suffixes and regional versions matter.
Search the online catalogue for HP 203A products, or call Cartridge Care on 0161 738 1066 if you would like help matching a code.