HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f Toner Cartridges
Your HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f printer uses the HP 416A and 416X toner cartridge series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for this printer since Sep 2021. Designed as a high-speed A4 colour laser printer for secure workplace document workflows, high-volume offices benefit from switching to high-yield 416X (W2040X) black and colour toners to reduce replacement frequency. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Standard 416A (W2040A) cartridges yield up to 2,400 black and 2,100 colour pages, whereas high-yield 416X (W2040X) cartridges deliver up to 7,500 black and 6,000 colour pages. Yields are measured in accordance with ISO/IEC 19798 standards for colour laser printers.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 416A | Standard | Black | 2,400 | $0.065 |
| 416A | Standard | Cyan | 2,100 | $0.096 |
| 416A | Standard | Magenta | 2,100 | $0.096 |
| 416A | Standard | Yellow | 2,100 | $0.096 |
| 416X | High Yield | Black | 7,500 | $0.042 |
| 416X | High Yield | Cyan | 6,000 | $0.071 |
| 416X | High Yield | Magenta | 6,000 | $0.071 |
| 416X | High Yield | Yellow | 6,000 | $0.071 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Choosing between genuine and compatible cartridges
We supply both original HP and compatible toner cartridges for the M480f. High-yield compatible 416X toners provide substantial cost savings for routine business documents while maintaining sharp text and vibrant colour prints. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Read our genuine vs compatible comparison guide for detailed performance insights.
Stocking strategies and delivery options
If your office prints high volumes of reports, choosing 416X (W2040X) high-yield black and colour cartridges minimises downtime and provides lower running costs per page. Compatible options include a money back guarantee for total purchasing confidence. We despatch quickly from fast-fulfilment warehouses in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Explore our complete catalogue of HP toner cartridges or review our returns policy.
Enterprise Toner Management Tip
Pro Tip: Black toner in busy multi-user offices wears out faster than cyan, magenta, or yellow; stocking high-yield 416X (W2040X) black cartridges alongside standard or high-yield colour toners prevents unexpected printing halts during deadline periods.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I mix 416A standard and 416X high-yield cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, the HP Color LaserJet Enterprise MFP M480f accepts any combination of 416A (W2040A) standard yield and 416X (W2040X) high-yield toner cartridges simultaneously. You can replace individual colours with high-yield variants as they run out without needing to replace all toners at once.
Are 416X high-yield cartridges physically larger than standard 416A cartridges?
No, 416X (W2040X) cartridges share the exact physical outer dimensions as 416A (W2040A) cartridges. The high-yield version simply contains a higher quantity of toner powder inside the cartridge shell, fitting into the same internal slot.
How does page coverage affect the rated yield of HP 416 toner cartridges?
Rated page yields (such as 7,500 pages for 416X black) are based on the standard ISO/IEC 19798 benchmark at 5% page coverage. Printing graphics, full-page colour diagrams, or heavy text documents will increase toner consumption per page, reducing total page output accordingly.
