TN-820 black · standard
TN-820 is a Brother black standard cartridge rated at ~3000 pages (2.7¢/page at $80.00).
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The Brother TN-820 is a black toner cartridge designed for use with several printers from Brother. It can be used with five different models and has a rated yield of about 3000 pages. When choosing between standard and high-yield cartridges, consider that the standard yield of this cartridge may be sufficient for your needs, but if you print frequently, you may want to explore other options.
Printers that use TN-820
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the TN-820?
5 printers in our database use the TN-820, including the Brother HL-L5100DN, Brother HL-L6200DW, Brother MFC-L5850DW and Brother MFC-L5900DW, plus 1 more.
Is the TN-820 a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The TN-820 is a standard-yield cartridge. Where a range also offers a high-yield XL version, it costs more upfront but prints more pages for a lower cost per page.
How many pages does the TN-820 print?
The TN-820 is rated at about 3000 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the TN-820 cost per page?
At a list price of $80.00 and about 3000 pages, the TN-820 works out to roughly 2.7 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the TN-820 safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the TN-820 that usually cost much less. Most work well, though quality varies by seller. If your printer can receive firmware updates that block non-OEM ink, check that printer's page first.
Related cartridges
Other colors and standard or high-yield versions used in the same printers.
Guides worth reading before you buy
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does Brother block third-party ink? No, and Brother said so itself
- Brother toner and ink compatibility chart: which TN, DR and LC number fits
- How to reset a Brother toner counter after a refill or a new cartridge
- Drum unit vs toner: when to replace one, and what it really costs
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