PGI-270XL black · XL
PGI-270XL is a Canon black XL cartridge rated at ~500 pages (4.2¢/page at $21.00).
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The Canon PGI-270XL is a high-yield black ink cartridge designed for use in certain printers. It fits five different printer models and has a rated yield of about 500 pages. If you're looking to save money, consider compatible alternatives that can offer similar performance at a lower cost per page of about 4.2 cents.
Printers that use PGI-270XL
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the PGI-270XL?
5 printers in our database use the PGI-270XL, including the Canon PIXMA MG5720, Canon PIXMA MG6820, Canon PIXMA MG7720 and Canon PIXMA TS6020, plus 1 more.
Is the PGI-270XL a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The PGI-270XL is a XL (high-yield) cartridge. It costs more upfront than a standard cartridge but prints more pages, so the cost per page is lower.
How many pages does the PGI-270XL print?
The PGI-270XL is rated at about 500 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the PGI-270XL cost per page?
At a list price of $21.00 and about 500 pages, the PGI-270XL works out to roughly 4.2 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the PGI-270XL safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the PGI-270XL 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.
- CLI-271 yellow · standard
- CLI-271 black · standard
- CLI-271 magenta · standard
- CLI-271 cyan · standard
- PGI-270 black · standard
- CLI-271 gray · standard
Guides worth reading before you buy
- Is the XL cartridge actually cheaper? 31 pairs priced off the makers' own stores
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does Canon block third-party ink? No, and here is how to clear the error
- Canon ink cartridge compatibility chart: which PIXMA takes which number
- Printer says ink low but the cartridge is not empty: what the gauge really means
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