HP 940XL yellow · XL
HP 940XL is a HP yellow XL cartridge rated at ~1400 pages (2.1¢/page at $30.00).
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The HP 940XL is a high-yield yellow ink cartridge designed for use with certain printers. It can be used in two specific printer models: the HP OfficeJet Pro 8000 and the HP OfficeJet Pro 8500A. If you're considering this cartridge, keep in mind that it's classified as XL which means it has a higher page yield compared to standard cartridges.
Printers that use HP 940XL
Frequently asked questions
Which printers use the HP 940XL?
2 printers in our database use the HP 940XL, including the HP OfficeJet Pro 8000 and HP OfficeJet Pro 8500A.
Is the HP 940XL a standard or high-yield cartridge?
The HP 940XL 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 HP 940XL print?
The HP 940XL is rated at about 1400 pages. Actual yield varies with how much of each page you print.
What does the HP 940XL cost per page?
At a list price of $30.00 and about 1400 pages, the HP 940XL works out to roughly 2.1 cents per page. A reliable compatible can cost noticeably less.
Are compatible or remanufactured versions of the HP 940XL safe to use?
Compatible and remanufactured cartridges are third-party alternatives to the HP 940XL 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
- Printer will not print black because a colour cartridge is empty: what to do
- Page yield explained: what ISO 24711 measures, and why you get fewer pages than the box says
- Does HP block third-party ink? Yes, and here is how Dynamic Security works
- HP ink cartridge compatibility chart: which printers use which cartridge number
- HP cartridge not recognized: how to fix it, and how to tell it apart from a firmware block
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