Brother HL-L5200DW toner cartridges

The Brother HL-L5200DW uses the Brother TN820 (3,000 pages) or higher-yield TN850 (8,000 pages) toner with the DR820 drum unit — genuine Brother only, from $69.

Which cartridge fits the Brother HL-L5200DW

• Brother TN820 Toner Cartridge — TN820, 3,000 pages, $69
• Brother TN850 High-Yield Toner Cartridge — TN850, 8,000 pages, $115.60
• Brother DR820 Drum Unit — DR820, 30,000 pages, $119

Standard vs high-yield

Brother TN820 — 3,000 pages, $69; Brother TN850 — 8,000 pages, $115.60. The larger cartridges cost more up front but print more pages per dollar — if you print more than a few hundred pages a month, the higher-yield option usually has the lowest cost per page.

Toner and drum

Brother printers use a separate drum unit. The Brother HL-L5200DW takes the Brother DR820, rated for about 30,000 pages — replace it when the printer shows "Replace Drum" or prints show repeating marks, then reset the drum counter.

Why use genuine Brother toner

Original Brother cartridges are built and tested for the Brother HL-L5200DW: the printer reads toner levels correctly, print quality and page yield match Brother's ratings, and your printer warranty is not affected. Every cartridge we sell is factory-sealed original Brother — never refilled, never compatible.

Save with multipacks

• Brother TN850 Toner Cartridge 2-Pack — TN850-2PK, $215.05

FAQ

How do I know which cartridge my Brother HL-L5200DW takes?

Check the model number on the printer's front panel or the label on the old cartridge; the cartridges listed above are the ones Brother specifies for this printer.

Can I use a compatible or refilled cartridge?

You can, but page yield, print quality and level reporting vary. We only sell original Brother cartridges.

How fast do you ship?

Free shipping across the USA; orders placed before 2 PM ET ship the same day.