Capacity class
HP 219X: high yield, and when it pays for itself
X high yieldA 219X cartridge holds roughly twice the toner of its 219A twin. Compare the W2190X–W2193X prices and yields below, then open a cartridge for its cost per page.
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HP 219X identifies the high-yield cartridges in the HP 219 range. HP's stated yields are about 2.5× the 219A figure for black and 2.1× for each colour. Whether X is cheaper per page still depends on the current price of the exact cartridge.
HP 219X yields and OEM codes
| Colour | OEM code | 219X yield | 219A yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | W2190X | Approx. 3,200 pages | Approx. 1,300 pages |
| Cyan | W2191X | Approx. 2,500 pages | Approx. 1,200 pages |
| Yellow | W2192X | Approx. 2,500 pages | Approx. 1,200 pages |
| Magenta | W2193X | Approx. 2,500 pages | Approx. 1,200 pages |
Compare HP 219X prices
Individual original HP 219X cartridges
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HP 219X Black
W2190X · approx. 3,200 pages
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HP 219X Cyan
W2191X · approx. 2,500 pages
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HP 219X Yellow
W2192X · approx. 2,500 pages
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HP 219X Magenta
W2193X · approx. 2,500 pages
Original HP 219X four-colour set
Black, cyan, yellow and magenta — where a checked bundle price exists
| Retailer | Price & delivery | Delivery | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cartridge Save cartridgesave.co.uk | £370.03 VAT included · Free delivery (conditions apply) Price checked | Check current delivery time with the retailer | View deal |
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Compatible HP 219X four-colour set
A separate product with seller-stated yields and its own evidence
| Retailer | Price & delivery | Delivery | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cartridge Save cartridgesave.co.uk Cartridge Save own-brand | £210.92 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 | £270.99 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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Not yet checked by us — price at retailer
What higher yield changes
- Replacement frequency: more stated pages usually means fewer cartridge changes for the same print volume.
- Upfront spend: compare current product prices rather than assuming the X cartridge is always the better purchase.
- Annual spend: use whole cartridges, because an annual requirement of 1.2 cartridges means buying two.
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 219X compared with HP 219A
High yield and standard 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
Confirm the exact W2190X–W2193X or W2190A–W2193A code in your printer documentation or on your existing cartridge. UK printer pages will be published only after each model and regional SKU is verified.
Questions about HP 219X
What is HP 219X toner?
HP 219X is the high-yield capacity class in the HP 219 toner family. The four UK and European OEM codes are W2190X, W2191X, W2192X and W2193X.
How many pages does HP 219X print?
HP states approximately 3,200 pages for W2190X black and 2,500 pages for each 219X colour cartridge under ISO/IEC 19798 with continuous printing. Actual yield varies with document content, coverage, settings and use.
Does 219X always cost less per page?
No. Cost per page is the current price divided by the stated yield, so the result can change with retailer prices. Print volume affects whole-cartridge annual spend and replacement frequency, not the cost-per-page ratio itself.
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 .