What HP Printers Use 952 and 952XL Ink Cartridges?

Last updated: September 24, 2026.

Quick answer: HP 952 and 952XL ink cartridges are used in the HP OfficeJet Pro 7720, 7740, 8210, 8216, 8710, 8715, 8720, 8725, 8730 and 8740. The 952XL black prints about 2,000 pages and the 952XL colors about 1,600 each, roughly double the standard 952. Castle Ink sells high-yield HP 952XL cartridges for all of these printers.

HP 952 and 952XL ink cartridges

Which HP Printers Use 952 and 952XL Ink?

Printer Type
OfficeJet Pro 7720 / 7740 Wide-format (up to 11 × 17) all-in-ones
OfficeJet Pro 8210 / 8216 Single-function printers
OfficeJet Pro 8710 / 8715 / 8720 / 8725 / 8730 / 8740 Office all-in-ones

What Is the Difference Between HP 952 and 952XL?

Cartridge Part number Approx. yield
HP 952 Black F6U15AN ~1,000 pages
HP 952XL Black F6U19AN ~2,000 pages
HP 952 Cyan / Magenta / Yellow L0S49AN / L0S52AN / L0S55AN ~700 pages each
HP 952XL Cyan / Magenta / Yellow L0S61AN / L0S64AN / L0S67AN ~1,600 pages each

They are the same size and interchangeable. The XL holds more ink and costs noticeably less per page, which suits these office printers.

Is HP 952 the Same as HP 902 or HP 962?

No. HP 902 fits the OfficeJet Pro 6900 series and HP 962 fits the OfficeJet Pro 9000 series. They look similar but have different chips and won't work in 952 printers. HP 953 and 957 are the international and extra-high-yield siblings of 952.

Will Compatible 952XL Cartridges Work in My OfficeJet Pro?

Usually, yes. Keep in mind that HP firmware updates on the OfficeJet Pro 8700 and 7700 series have, in the past, blocked some non-HP chips. To avoid that:

  • Turn off automatic firmware updates in the printer's Embedded Web Server or the HP Smart app.
  • Don't enroll the printer in HP+ or Instant Ink if you plan to use non-HP cartridges.
  • If a "cartridge problem" message appears, reseat the cartridge and power-cycle the printer. See fixing an "incompatible cartridge" message on HP printers.

How Do I Replace HP 952 Cartridges?

  1. With the printer on, open the cartridge access door and wait for the carriage to stop.
  2. Press the front of the cartridge to release it and pull it out.
  3. Remove the new cartridge from its packaging and slide it into the color-matched slot until it clicks.
  4. Close the door. There's no alignment needed for a simple cartridge swap.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use HP 952 in an OfficeJet Pro 8025?

No. The OfficeJet Pro 8020 and 8025 series use HP 910 / 910XL cartridges.

Can the OfficeJet Pro 8710 print black only when a color is empty?

No. OfficeJet Pro printers with individual cartridges need all four installed and working. Replace the empty color to continue printing.

How long do HP 952XL cartridges last?

About 2,000 pages for black and 1,600 pages per color at standard coverage. Unused cartridges are best installed before the date printed on the box.

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