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HP 58A vs 58X
A smaller upfront purchase.
Or more pages between changes.
Understand CF258A and CF258X, compare sealed-box prices, and find the right toner for your printer.
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HP 58ACF258A · Standard yield
HP 58XCF258X · High yield
The short answer
HP 58A (CF258A) is standard yield, rated at approximately 3,000 pages. HP 58X (CF258X) is high yield, rated at approximately 10,000 pages. Both are black toner options for compatible HP LaserJet Pro M404 and MFP M428 models, plus Enterprise M406dn and MFP M430f.
Upfront Cost versus Long-Term Value
- HP 58A: Spend less upfront for a single cartridge. Its lower purchase price can suit light or occasional printing.
- HP 58X: Pay more upfront for more rated pages and fewer cartridge changes. For frequent printing, its lower estimated toner cost per page can offer better long-term value. Compare current prices before choosing.
Know the number before you order
What is the difference between HP 58A and HP 58X?
The main difference is rated page capacity. HP 58X provides about 3.33 times the rated pages of HP 58A, or 7,000 additional rated pages per cartridge. High yield describes capacity, not a higher printer resolution.
| Compare | HP 58A | HP 58X |
|---|---|---|
| Part number | CF258A | CF258X |
| Capacity | Standard yield | High yield |
| Approximate page yield | 3,000 pages | 10,000 pages |
| Toner color | Black | Black |
| Cartridges in each listed pack | One | One |
| Typical buying priority | Lower upfront cost | More pages between replacements |
Look at the last letter of the cartridge number
CF258A is the full part number for HP 58A. CF258X is the full part number for HP 58X. Within this family, A means standard yield and X means high yield. The same last letter on a different cartridge family does not make it compatible.
Explore our HP toner A vs X vs Y guide for more examples.
HP lists these approximate yields in its HP 58 cartridge specifications. Rated yields are standardized comparison figures, not guaranteed page counts. Actual output depends on page content and use.
The price you pay and the toner you use
HP 58A vs 58X sealed-box price comparison
These are the lowest sealed-box prices displayed on the product pages when checked November 12, 2026. The exact box-condition names appear below. Prices are in USD and are examples, not a live price feed.
Standard yield
HP 58A black toner
Factory Sealed Box
CF258A · One cartridge
$135.00 ÷ 3,000 rated pages
High yield
HP 58X black toner
Sealed Box
CF258X · One cartridge
$219.95 ÷ 10,000 rated pages
What do those prices mean for your budget?
In this example, 58A costs $84.95 less to buy. The 58X cartridge costs more upfront, but its larger rated capacity brings estimated toner use down from $45.00 to about $22.00 per 1,000 pages.
That is approximately 51% lower estimated toner cost per page for 58X at these prices. It does not mean you can buy 1,000 pages of toner for $22; you purchase the whole cartridge.
Compare the box condition as well as the price
The 58A example uses the product’s Factory Sealed Box option at $135.00. Its Excellent Box option was $142.95 when checked. The 58X page displays Sealed Box at $219.95. Review the condition description on each product page before you choose.
What if the prices change?
Use the calculator below with the current prices. At the rated yields, 58X has a lower estimated cost per page when its price is less than about 3.33 times the 58A price. For example, with 58A at $135, the break-even 58X price is $450.
Estimates cover toner only, excluding tax, paper, energy and maintenance. Your actual cost per page changes if your real output differs from the rated yield.
Put today’s prices to work
HP 58A vs 58X cost-per-page calculator
Enter the current price for each cartridge. The starting values match the sealed-box examples above. Compare cost per page and estimated toner per 1,000 pages without doing the arithmetic yourself.
Leave 100 for a rated-yield comparison. Try a lower percentage to explore heavier page coverage or your own experience. This is an assumption, not a prediction of actual output.
Price ÷ (rated pages × yield percentage ÷ 100) = estimated toner cost per page. One printed side counts as one page.
Want a monthly printing budget too?
Try our full printing-cost calculator to compare estimated toner consumption with buying whole cartridges. Choose “My own ink or toner” and enter your cartridge’s current price and yield.
Start with your exact printer
What printers use HP 58A and HP 58X?
Both cartridge capacities are listed for the following models on Genuine Ink. Choose your printer below to see its supplies. Match the full model name and the cartridge region before ordering.
HP LaserJet Pro M404
HP LaserJet Pro MFP M428
HP LaserJet Enterprise
Does your cartridge number match your region?
HP uses different cartridge families in different markets. For example, HP’s M428 specifications list 58A/58X for the Americas and different numbers for other regions. A similar-looking printer name is not enough: check the cartridge number specified for your particular printer.
See HP’s M428 specifications and HP’s M406dn / M430f product guide for manufacturer reference information.
Are HP 58A and HP 58X interchangeable?
Yes, in a printer and region that support both CF258A and CF258X. You can replace a used 58A with a 58X, or choose 58A at your next replacement. Verify your full printer model using the links above.
These are monochrome printers with one black toner cartridge installed at a time. You do not install 58A and 58X together. If you also use a color printer, our guide to mixing HP toner yields explains using different capacities in separate color slots.
Choose HP 58A when…
Your immediate purchase budget matters most, or you print relatively few documents. The smaller cartridge can meet that need with a lower upfront cost.
Choose HP 58X when…
You regularly print invoices, reports or other office documents. Its higher capacity means more rated pages per replacement, and current prices may make it better value over time.
Straight answers before you buy
HP 58A vs 58X: frequently asked questions
Is CF258A the same as HP 58A?
Yes. CF258A is the full HP part number for the HP 58A standard-yield black toner cartridge. CF258X identifies the HP 58X high-yield version. Match the complete cartridge number to your printer.
How many pages do HP 58A and HP 58X print?
HP rates 58A at approximately 3,000 pages and 58X at approximately 10,000 pages. That is about 3.33 times the rated capacity for 58X. Actual output varies with page content and use.
Can I use HP 58X instead of HP 58A?
Yes, if your exact printer model and region support both CF258A and CF258X. Check the printer links in this guide before ordering. Replace the installed cartridge with the supported capacity you prefer.
Is HP 58X worth the extra upfront cost?
For frequent printing, it can be. At the sealed-box prices in this guide, 58X costs $219.95 versus $135.00 for 58A, but has a lower estimated toner cost per page. Recheck current prices and use the calculator.
Does HP 58X produce better print quality?
High yield refers to page capacity, not higher resolution. Both are original HP black toner options. Choose based on printer compatibility, printing volume and the current price.
Can I use HP 58A and HP 58X at the same time?
No. These monochrome printers use one black toner cartridge at a time. In a printer that supports both, you can switch capacities when replacing the cartridge.
Are the sealed-box prices fixed?
No. Prices were checked November 12, 2026 and can change. Check the linked product page and its box-condition option before ordering. Enter the latest prices in the calculator to update your comparison.
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Choose the capacity that fits your printing
Start with your printer model. Then compare the current sealed-box price with the rated pages.
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