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GENUINE INK • TONER BUYING GUIDE
HP 213A vs 213X vs 213Y:
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Which is your better buy?
Compare standard, high-yield and extra high-yield toner for your HP 5700dn. Find the right cartridge number, see how much longer each yield can last, and compare the cost per page.
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Choose HP 213A for a smaller upfront purchase, compare HP 213X for regular office printing, and consider HP 213Y when your team goes through toner quickly. All three are options for the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 5700dn. The main difference is rated page capacity, and the best value depends on the current cartridge price.
HP 213A vs 213X vs 213Y: Cartridge Numbers and Page Yields
The letter identifies the yield. The full part number identifies the color and capacity. Use the links below to shop individual original HP cartridges at Genuine Ink.
| Color | HP 213A Standard yield |
HP 213X High yield |
HP 213Y Extra high yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | W2130A 3,500 pages |
W2130X 9,000 pages |
W2130Y 18,000 pages |
| Cyan | W2131A 3,000 pages |
W2131X 6,000 pages |
W2131Y 12,000 pages |
| Yellow | W2132A 3,000 pages |
W2132X 6,000 pages |
W2132Y 12,000 pages |
| Magenta | W2133A 3,000 pages |
W2133X 6,000 pages |
W2133Y 12,000 pages |
These are manufacturer ratings, not guaranteed output. Actual yield varies with page content, print settings and other factors. Color yields are per cartridge; adding cyan, yellow and magenta ratings together does not give a four-pack’s full-color page yield.
See HP’s published cartridge yield specifications for the 213 series.
How Much Longer Do HP 213X and HP 213Y Last?
the rated black yield of 213X vs 213A
9,000 ÷ 3,500, rounded
the rated yield of 213Y vs 213X
For black and every color
the rated color yield of 213Y vs 213A
12,000 ÷ 3,000 per color
HP 213X doubles the color capacity of 213A, while 213Y doubles it again. Black capacity rises from 3,500 to 9,000 to 18,000 rated pages. For a busy workgroup, the larger cartridges can mean fewer stops to change supplies.
These ratios describe pages, not a fixed number of months. An office printing mostly short invoices will use toner differently from a team printing dense color presentations. Choose capacity around the work your printer actually does.
Which HP 213 Toner Has the Lowest Cost per Page?
Compare the same color and packaging condition at the current price. A higher purchase price can still buy a lower cost per page when the increase in capacity is large enough.
For example, suppose black 213A, 213X and 213Y cartridges cost $100, $200 and $300. These are hypothetical prices, not current offers. Their estimated toner costs would be 2.86¢, 2.22¢ and 1.67¢ per rated black page. In this example, the largest cartridge costs more today but less for each page it is rated to print.
A quick buying rule: 213Y has twice the rated capacity of 213X in every color. If the same-color 213Y costs less than twice the 213X price, its rated toner cost per page is lower. For 213X versus 213A, the price threshold is about 2.571 times for black and exactly twice for each color.
Compare W2130A black, W2130X high-yield black and W2130Y extra high-yield black using your selected packaging option. This calculation excludes paper, maintenance, taxes and differences between rated and actual output.
Use our printing-cost calculator to enter your own cartridge price and yield. Our standard vs. high-yield guide explains the tradeoffs in more detail.
Which HP 213 Cartridge Should You Choose?
For lighter printing: HP 213A
Standard yield is worth considering when you print occasionally, have a smaller purchasing budget, or rarely use a particular color. You do not have to buy the largest cartridge just because it fits.
Browse the HP 213A four-pack →For frequent printing: HP 213X
High yield is a useful middle option for an office printing throughout the week. Compare its current price per page with both standard and extra high yield before ordering.
Browse the HP 213X four-pack →For busy workgroups: HP 213Y
Extra high yield is worth comparing when frequent replacements interrupt your team. With twice the rated capacity of 213X, it can stretch the time between cartridge changes.
Browse the HP 213Y four-pack →You can choose capacity by color. If your office prints mostly black documents, compare 213Y black while keeping smaller 213A cyan, 213A yellow and 213A magenta cartridges for occasional color work. Replace only what is needed.
Which Printers Use HP 213A, HP 213X and HP 213Y?
Find your printer below. These are the compatible models listed in our HP 213 toner catalog. Each link opens that printer’s toner selection.
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 5700dn toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 6700dn toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 6701dn toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise Flow MFP 5800zf toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise Flow MFP 6800zf toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise Flow MFP 6800zfsw toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise Flow MFP 6800zfw toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise Flow MFP X58045z toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP 5800dn toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP 5800f toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP 6800dn toner
- HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP X58045dn toner
Match the full model and sales region before ordering. See HP’s 5700 and 5800 cartridge guide for the three yield options.
HP 213A, 213X and 213Y: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between HP 213A, 213X and 213Y?
HP 213A is standard yield, HP 213X is high yield, and HP 213Y is extra high yield. Their black ratings are approximately 3,500, 9,000 and 18,000 pages respectively. Each cyan, yellow and magenta cartridge is rated for approximately 3,000, 6,000 or 12,000 pages, depending on the yield.
Does HP 213Y fit the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 5700dn?
Yes. HP lists 213A, 213X and 213Y cartridges for the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 5700 family. Choose the correct color and part number for your printer and region.
Can I mix HP 213A, 213X and 213Y in one printer?
Yes. In a printer that supports all three yields, you can choose a different capacity for each color. For example, use W2130Y extra high-yield black with standard-yield color cartridges. Each cartridge must go in its matching color slot.
Do HP 213A, 213X and 213Y use the same slot?
Yes. Supported yield versions of the same color use the corresponding cartridge position. A black 213A, 213X or 213Y goes in the black position; cyan, yellow and magenta each have their own position.
Is HP 213Y always the cheapest option per page?
No. It has the highest rated yield of these three options, but value depends on the actual price. Compared with 213X of the same color, 213Y offers twice the rated pages. It has a lower rated toner cost per page when it costs less than twice as much.
Do I need to replace all four toner cartridges together?
No. You can replace only the cartridge that needs replacing. Compare a four-pack when you need all four colors or want to keep a complete spare set available.
Does the HP 5700dn use ink or toner?
The HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 5700dn uses toner cartridges. It is a laser printer, so inkjet cartridges will not work in it.
Shop Original HP 213 Toner at Genuine Ink
Choose a complete four-color set or use the cartridge chart above to replace one color. Product pages show current prices and available packaging options.
Not sure which supplies to choose? Start with our HP 5700dn printer page or contact Genuine Ink with your exact printer model.