Which ink/toner does the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw use?
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw (laser, 2013) uses CF283X, CF283A.
Third-party cartridge risk: Low no firmware lockout is on record for this printer, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work.
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw uses CF283X and CF283A black toner cartridges which come in XL and standard versions with page yields of about 2200 pages for XL and about 1500 pages for standard. When choosing a cartridge consider whether you need the higher yield option or the more affordable standard version. You can also opt for genuine HP cartridges or third-party compatible alternatives as there is no firmware DRM on record restricting their use.
Compatible cartridges
| Cartridge | Color | Yield | Pages | OEM price | Cost/page | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CF283X | black | XL | 2200 | $110.00 | 5.0¢ | OEM · AmazonCompatible |
| CF283A | black | standard | 1500 | $75.00 | 5.0¢ | 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 LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw is not on our firmware-lockout list, so a well-reviewed compatible or remanufactured cartridge should work and costs well below OEM. By list price the lowest cost per page here is the CF283X at about 5.0 cents per page, and a reliable compatible typically undercuts that. Buy from a seller with strong reviews and a compatibility guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
Which toner does the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw use?
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw uses CF283A and CF283X.
Does the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw take XL cartridges?
Yes. Besides the standard cartridges it accepts CF283X. A high-yield XL holds more toner and costs less per page, which is worth it if you print often.
Will third-party toner work in the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw, or will firmware block it?
The HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw is not on our firmware-lockout list, so compatible and remanufactured cartridges should work. Firmware can change with an update, so it is worth checking before buying a large supply.
How many pages do the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw cartridges print?
Rated yields are the CF283A at about 1500 pages and the CF283X at about 2200 pages. Real-world yield depends on how much you print and how much toner each page uses.
What is the cheapest toner for the HP LaserJet Pro MFP M127fw?
By list price the lowest cost per page here is the CF283X at about 5.0 cents per page. A reliable compatible or remanufactured cartridge can lower that further.
Related HP LaserJet Pro MFP printers
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M130fw
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M1536dnf
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M227fdw
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26nw
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M29w
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M426fdw
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M428fdn
- HP LaserJet Pro MFP M428fdw
Last reviewed . Compiled by MyCartridgeFinder from manufacturer cartridge finders and retailer cross reference tables, then checked against this printer's database record. Cartridge numbers and yields come from that record, never from guesswork. See our methodology and data sources.