HP OfficeJet 4650 Ink Cartridges
Your HP OfficeJet 4650 uses the 63, 63XL cartridge series, running on a dual-cartridge system that splits work between black pigment ink and a combined tri-colour dye cartridge. Designed for home office setups where daily tasks balance general office documentation and occasional colour prints, this matching system requires careful management of colour documents. Since three primary dye shades share a single shell, uneven colour usage on web pages or graphics can cause you to replace the whole tri-colour unit even if two colours remain plentiful.
Genuine vs compatible cartridges
We provide both original HP consumables and premium third-party alternatives. Under Australian Consumer Law, using compatible cartridges does not void your printer warranty. Our compatible 63XL replacement cartridges offer a reliable way to run your home office without putting the printer at mechanical risk. You can read a thorough comparison of these alternatives on our blog at Genuine vs Compatible.
Expected page output and replacement cycles
Calculated page yields for the 63 and 63XL series are defined by HP using the international ISO/IEC 24711 standard for inkjet printing, based on continuous printing of test pages with five per cent coverage. Home office print jobs rarely match these standard testing templates. If you print dense spreadsheets, emails with logos, or colourful charts, your cartridges will deplete faster than the baseline standard indicates. Moving to high-yield 67XL cartridges keeps your home office running with fewer interruptions.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F6U61AA | Standard | Colour | 165 | $0.35 |
| F6U62AA | Standard | Black | 190 | $0.23 |
| F6U63AA | High Yield | Colour | 330 | $0.084 |
| F6U64AA | High Yield | Black | 480 | $0.053 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage)
Managing replacements and shipping
If your daily print workload consists mostly of letters, invoices, and monochrome text files, standardising on the 63XL high-yield black cartridge is the smartest way to keep printing overheads down. When your home office requires a balance of text and colourful documents, purchasing high-yield compatible bundles represents the most economical option. Our compatible cartridges are backed by a complete money back guarantee. Check the details of our customer satisfaction guidelines on our Returns policy.
Free delivery applies on all orders over $99 (conditions apply). We dispatch stock directly from major distribution facilities in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide to secure the fastest delivery times to your home or business. Explore all cartridge options for this brand on our central HP ink cartridges range page.
Pro Tip
The HP 63 and 63XL cartridges are engineered with the physical printhead integrated directly onto the cartridge base. If you experience persistent streaks, missing lines, or faded text that internal nozzle cleaning routines cannot resolve, installing a fresh cartridge replaces the entire firing mechanism, instantly restoring clean print performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a 63XL cartridge in my printer if it currently has a standard 63 installed?
Yes, standard 63 and high-yield 63XL cartridges are identical in their external physical shape and fit into the exact same slots inside your printer. The only difference is that the 63XL is loaded with more ink at the factory, allowing it to print more than double the pages of a standard cartridge.
Why does my tri-colour cartridge run low when I print almost exclusively in black text?
Your printer performs automatic maintenance cycles and micro-purges during startup and before print jobs to keep the micro-nozzles clear of dried ink. This process draws tiny amounts of ink from both the black and tri-colour cartridges, meaning the colour ink levels will slowly go down even if your printed pages contain no colour.
What is the best way to store spare HP 63 or 63XL cartridges so they do not dry out?
Keep your spare cartridges sealed in their original plastic packaging, stored upright in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight. Because the printhead is built into the cartridge base, keeping them sealed prevents air from drying out the nozzle plate before installation.
