HP Photosmart C5380 C5388 Ink Cartridges
Shop ink cartridges for your HP Photosmart C5380 and C5388, which use the HP 564 and 564XL ink cartridges series. Ink Depot has been supplying reliable consumables for these printers since Jul 2010. Built for dedicated photo printing alongside routine document handling, these printers feature a dual-black ink system separating CB316WA standard black from CB317WA photo black. Upgrading to high-yield CN684WA or colour XL packs maintains continuous photo output while reducing per-page expenses. Our 4.8 Google rating reflects a long-standing track record of premium cartridge performance.
Understanding Yield Across Standard and XL HP 564 Cartridges
Page yield for HP 564 cartridges is determined in accordance with ISO/IEC 24711 standards for mono and colour document printing, while photo cartridges follow ISO/IEC 29102 photo testing standards. High-yield 564XL options significantly extend replacement intervals for photo-heavy workflows.
| Cartridge Number | Type | Colour | Page Yield | Cost Per Page |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 564 | Standard | Black | 250 | $0.14 |
| 564 | Standard | Photo Black | 130 | $0.22 |
| 564 | Standard | Cyan | 300 | $0.11 |
| 564 | Standard | Magenta | 300 | $0.11 |
| 564 | Standard | Yellow | 300 | $0.11 |
| 564XL | High Yield | Black | 550 | $0.13 |
| 564XL | High Yield | Cyan | 750 | $0.080 |
| 564XL | High Yield | Magenta | 750 | $0.086 |
| 564XL | High Yield | Yellow | 750 | $0.082 |
Cost Per Page = Total Cartridge Price ÷ Page Yield (at 5% coverage). Prices based on Genuine cartridges.
Selecting the Right HP 564 Cartridge Combination
If your workflow consists mostly of standard text documents, stock up on standard CB316WA black or high-yield CN684WA black cartridges. For printing borderless lab-quality photo prints, opting for 564XL multipacks like CN684WA/CB323WA-CB325WA provides complete ink coverage and better value than buying individual CB318WA, CB319WA, or CB320WA tanks. Orders qualify for delivery from our Australian warehouse network located in Perth, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Free delivery applies on all orders over $99. Explore our complete range of HP ink cartridges and check our returns policy for hassle-free shopping.
Key Consideration for 5-Ink Photosmart Setups
Ensure you do not confuse the standard black cartridge (CB316WA / CN684WA) with the photo black cartridge (CB317WA); text printing draws almost exclusively from the wider black slot, whereas photo black is dedicated to glossy photographic paper.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do the HP Photosmart C5380 and C5388 use the exact same ink cartridges?
Yes, both the HP Photosmart C5380 and C5388 use identical HP 564 and 564XL ink cartridges, including black, photo black, cyan, magenta, and yellow tanks.
Why does my Photosmart printer require two different black cartridges?
The HP 564 system uses a pigment-based black (CB316WA / CN684WA) for sharp text on plain paper and a dye-based photo black (CB317WA) for smooth tonal gradations on glossy photo paper.
Can I mix standard HP 564 cartridges with high-yield HP 564XL cartridges in the same printer?
Yes, you can combine standard 564 cartridges and 564XL high-yield cartridges in any combination; both share identical physical cartridge dimensions and clip securely into the printhead assembly.
Why do cyan, magenta, and yellow cartridges deplete at different rates during photo printing?
Photographic printing depletes individual inks according to image colour balance, with sky tones using more cyan and skin tones consuming extra magenta and yellow, making individual single-colour tank replacements essential.
