Capacity class
HP 219A: standard capacity, and when it is the sensible choice
A standard yieldStandard yield means a lower purchase price and more frequent changes. The W2190A–W2193A prices and yields below show how the four colours compare.
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HP 219A identifies the standard-yield cartridges in the HP 219 range. Each colour has its own OEM code and its own HP-stated page yield. Use the exact OEM code shown on your existing cartridge or in your printer documentation before buying.
HP 219A yields and OEM codes
| Colour | OEM code | HP-stated yield | Standard |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | W2190A | Approx. 1,300 pages | ISO/IEC 19798 |
| Cyan | W2191A | Approx. 1,200 pages | ISO/IEC 19798 |
| Yellow | W2192A | Approx. 1,200 pages | ISO/IEC 19798 |
| Magenta | W2193A | Approx. 1,200 pages | ISO/IEC 19798 |
Compare HP 219A prices
Compare exact single-cartridge listings first. A four-colour set is shown separately because its value depends on needing all four colours.
Individual original HP 219A cartridges
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HP 219A Black
W2190A · approx. 1,300 pages
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HP 219A Cyan
W2191A · approx. 1,200 pages
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HP 219A Yellow
W2192A · approx. 1,200 pages
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HP 219A Magenta
W2193A · approx. 1,200 pages
Original HP 219A four-colour set
Black, cyan, yellow and magenta — where a checked bundle price exists
| Retailer | Price & delivery | Delivery | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cartridge Save cartridgesave.co.uk | £253.84 VAT included · Free delivery (conditions apply) Price checked | Check current delivery time with the retailer | View deal |
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Compatible HP 219A four-colour set
A separate product with seller-stated yields and its own evidence
| Retailer | Price & delivery | Delivery | Action |
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| Cartridge Save cartridgesave.co.uk Cartridge Save own-brand | £144.68 VAT included · Free delivery (conditions apply) Price checked | Check current delivery time with the retailer | View deal |
| The Cartridge Centre thecartridgecentre.co.uk The Cartridge Centre Premium Compatible | £244.99 VAT included · Delivery cost unknown Price checked | Check current delivery time with the retailer | View deal |
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amazon.co.uk
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When can 219A be the practical choice?
- Lower upfront spend: compare the live A and X prices before deciding.
- Uneven colour use: buy only the colour and capacity you actually need.
- Whole-cartridge annual cost: a smaller cartridge can cost less over a short period even when another option has a lower cost per page.
There is no fixed monthly-volume point at which one capacity always wins. Enter the current prices and your own usage:
Pages per year
4,800
2,880 black · 1,920 colour
Per month with 219X
£40.36
average toner cost
Per year with 219X
£484.30
2× black cartridge
| Measure | 219A | 219Xrecommended |
|---|---|---|
| Black cartridge price | £60.05 | £84.47 |
| Black yield (HP, ISO) | 1,300 pages | 3,200 pages |
| Cost per 100 pages | £13.74 | £10.09 |
| Cost per month | £54.95 | £40.36 |
| Cost per year | £659.36 | £484.30 |
| Black cartridges per year | 4× | 2× |
| Colour sets per year (C+M+Y) | 2× | 1× |
| Replace black roughly every | 3.0 months | 6.0 months |
Result
HP 219X (high yield)
With these prices, 219X costs £484 per year versus £659 for 219A — a difference of about £175. You buy 2 black cartridge(s) per year instead of 4.
Estimate. Cartridge counts are rounded up because you buy whole cartridges. Costs use HP's stated ISO yields and the prices entered, excluding delivery. Actual yield depends on document content, coverage and settings. How we calculate.
HP 219A compared with HP 219X
Standard yield and high yield side by side
- Capacity class
- 219A Standard yield 219X High yield
- Black yield (ISO/IEC 19798)
- 219A Approx. 1,300 pages 219X Approx. 3,200 pages
- Yield per colour (ISO/IEC 19798)
- 219A Approx. 1,200 pages 219X Approx. 2,500 pages
- OEM codes
- 219A W2190A · W2191A · W2192A · W2193A 219X W2190X · W2191X · W2192X · W2193X
- Cartridge changes
- 219A More frequent 219X Less frequent
- Cost per page
- 219A Depends on current price ÷ yield 219X Depends on current price ÷ yield
- Upfront price
- 219A Compare current offers 219X Compare current offers
- Practical choice
- 219A Lower upfront spend 219X Fewer cartridge changes
| Measure | HP 219A | HP 219X |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity class | Standard yield | High yield |
| Black yield (ISO/IEC 19798) | Approx. 1,300 pages | Approx. 3,200 pages |
| Yield per colour (ISO/IEC 19798) | Approx. 1,200 pages | Approx. 2,500 pages |
| OEM codes | W2190A · W2191A · W2192A · W2193A | W2190X · W2191X · W2192X · W2193X |
| Cartridge changes | More frequent | Less frequent |
| Cost per page | Depends on current price ÷ yield | Depends on current price ÷ yield |
| Upfront price | Compare current offers | Compare current offers |
| Practical choice | Lower upfront spend | Fewer cartridge changes |
Check compatibility before ordering
Do not rely on a printer-family name alone. Confirm that your printer documentation or current cartridge specifies the matching W2190A–W2193A or W2190X–W2193X code. Verified UK printer pages will be added only after each UK model is checked individually.
Questions about HP 219A
What is HP 219A toner?
HP 219A is the standard-yield capacity class in the HP 219 toner family. The four UK and European OEM codes are W2190A, W2191A, W2192A and W2193A.
How many pages does HP 219A print?
HP states approximately 1,300 pages for W2190A black and 1,200 pages for each 219A colour cartridge under ISO/IEC 19798 with continuous printing. Actual yield varies with document content, coverage, settings and use.
Is 219A cheaper than 219X?
Not automatically. Compare each current cartridge price with its own stated yield. 219A usually requires less money upfront; 219X can require fewer replacements. The calculator uses whole-cartridge purchases for annual cost.
Sources (4)
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Official UK product pages for W2190A–W2193X, used to verify product identity, OEM code and the UK manufacturer offer.
Checked: 12 September 2026
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HP states the yield of the HP 219 series, including black, under ISO/IEC 19798 with continuous printing and notes that actual yield can vary considerably with printed content.
Checked: 7 September 2026
- Standard ISO/IEC 19798 — page-yield measurement for colour toner cartridges — International Organization for Standardization
The standard behind stated toner-cartridge page yields. HP applies this method to the whole HP 219 series, including the black cartridges.
Checked: 28 August 2026
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Cost per page = checked price including VAT ÷ the stated page yield of that exact product. Ranking follows price, never commission.
Checked: 12 September 2026
Facts from HP and standards bodies are labelled as such. Calculations (cost per page and annual cost) are estimates by the 219toner.com editorial team. Last reconciled on .