Which ink does the HP ENVY Photo 7858 use?
The HP ENVY Photo 7858 (inkjet, 2017) uses HP 64XL, HP 64.
Third-party cartridge risk: Medium a firmware update can start blocking non-OEM cartridges, so check before buying a large supply, or hold off on firmware updates.
The HP ENVY Photo 7858 uses HP 64XL and HP 64 ink cartridges which are available in black and tri-color versions with varying page yields. If you're looking for a more cost-effective option consider the high-yield XL version which can print a larger number of pages per cartridge but be aware that this printer may block non-OEM cartridges via firmware. When choosing between standard and high-yield cartridges consider your printing needs as the standard version is only suitable for light use due to its lower page yield.
Compatible cartridges
| Cartridge | Color | Yield | Pages | OEM price | Cost/page | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HP 64XL | black | XL | 600 | $38.00 | 6.3¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| HP 64XL | tri-color | XL | 415 | $40.00 | 9.6¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| HP 64 | black | standard | 200 | $18.00 | 9.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| HP 64 | tri-color | standard | 165 | $22.00 | 13.3¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
XL (high-yield) cartridges cost more upfront but lower the cost per page, which is better if you print a lot.
The HP ENVY Photo 7858 is on our firmware-lockout list, so a compatible or remanufactured cartridge can stop working after a printer update. The safe choice is genuine HP ink. If you want to try a compatible to save money, buy only from a seller that guarantees it works with this printer's current firmware, and keep the receipt.
Frequently asked questions
Which ink does the HP ENVY Photo 7858 use?
The HP ENVY Photo 7858 uses HP 64 and HP 64XL.
Does the HP ENVY Photo 7858 take XL cartridges?
Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts HP 64XL. A high-yield XL holds more ink and costs less per page, which is worth it if you print often.
Will third-party ink work in the HP ENVY Photo 7858, or will firmware block it?
Subject to HP Dynamic Security firmware that can block non-HP chips.
How many pages do the HP ENVY Photo 7858 cartridges print?
Rated yields run from about 165 pages (HP 64) to about 600 pages (HP 64XL), depending on the cartridge. Real-world yield depends on how much you print and how much ink each page uses.
What is the cheapest ink for the HP ENVY Photo 7858?
By list price the lowest cost per page here is the HP 64XL at about 6.3 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.
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