HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x toner cartridges

Q: Can I use a compatible or refilled cartridge?

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

The HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x uses the HP 81A (CF281A, 10,500 pages) black or high-yield HP 81X (CF281X, 25,000 pages) — genuine HP only, from $230.10.

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The HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x is a high-volume monochrome laser printer for departments and large workgroups. It is a single-function printer with NFC touch-to-print and wireless direct, a 4.3-inch color touchscreen, and 1,100 sheets of standard paper capacity across three trays.

HP rates it at up to 58 pages per minute on letter paper (55 ppm on A4), with 1200 x 1200 dpi output and automatic two-sided printing. A 1.2 GHz processor drives the engine, it connects over Gigabit Ethernet or USB 2.0, and the monthly duty cycle is a heavy 225,000 pages. It is a large unit at 16.7 by 21.1 by 20.5 inches and about 71 pounds.

It uses HP 81A toner and the high-yield HP 81X. GS Toner stocks the genuine HP 81X, rated for about 25,000 pages, as a single and in a 2-pack.

HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x specifications

Printer type	Monochrome laser, single-function (print only)
Print speed	Up to 58 ppm (letter); up to 55 ppm (A4)
Print resolution	Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Automatic duplex	Yes, standard
Paper capacity	1,100 sheets standard (three trays)
Max paper size	Legal (8.5 x 14 in)
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, NFC and wireless direct
Display	4.3-inch color touchscreen
Memory	1.2 GHz processor
Duty cycle	Up to 225,000 pages per month
Dimensions (W x D x H)	16.7 x 21.1 x 20.5 in
Weight	Approx. 71 lb
Cartridges	HP 81A / 81X black toner (GS Toner stocks the genuine 81X, approx. 25,000 pages)

Genuine cartridges for this printer

HP 81X Toner Cartridge

$317.34

$369.00 $317.34

In stock

SAVE 3% 2 × Black

HP 81X Toner Cartridge 2-Pack $644.08

HP 81A Toner Cartridge

$230.10

$255.67 $230.10

In stock

The HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x uses the HP 81A (CF281A, 10,500 pages) black or high-yield HP 81X (CF281X, 25,000 pages) — genuine HP only, from $230.10.

Which cartridge fits the HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x

HP 81X Toner Cartridge — CF281X, 25,000 pages, $317.34
HP 81A Toner Cartridge — CF281A, 10,500 pages, $230.10

Standard vs high-yield

HP 81A is the standard cartridge (10,500 pages); HP 81X is the high-yield version (25,000 pages). If you print more than a few hundred pages a month, the high-yield cartridge usually has the lower cost per page.

Why use genuine HP toner

Original HP cartridges are built and tested for the HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x: the chip reports toner levels correctly, print quality and page yield match HP's ratings, and your printer warranty is not affected. Every cartridge we sell is factory-sealed original HP — never refilled, never compatible.

Save with multipacks

HP 81X Toner Cartridge 2-Pack — HP81X-2PK, $644.08

FAQ

How do I know which cartridge my HP LaserJet Enterprise M605x takes?

Check the label inside the toner door or the model number on the old cartridge; the cartridges listed above are the ones HP specifies for this printer.