What Ink Does the HP DeskJet 2622 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The HP DeskJet 2622 uses HP 65 Black and HP 65 Tri-color ink cartridges. For a much lower cost per page, choose the HP 65XL high-yield versions — they deliver roughly 2x the pages of standard HP 65 cartridges and are the best value for any home printer.
HP DeskJet 2622 Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Approx. Page Yield |
|---|---|---|
| HP 65 | Black | ~120 pages |
| HP 65 | Tri-color (CMY) | ~100 pages |
| HP 65XL | Black | ~300 pages |
| HP 65XL | Tri-color (CMY) | ~300 pages |
The HP DeskJet 2622 takes one black and one tri-color cartridge at a time — a single tri-color unit holds cyan, magenta, and yellow together. The same HP 65 / 65XL family also fits the HP DeskJet 2624, 2652, 2655, 3700, 3720, 3722, 3730, 3732, 3752, 3755, 3758, AMP 100, AMP 120, AMP 125, AMP 130, and Envy 5010, 5020, 5030, 5052, 5055 series.
Save on HP 65 and 65XL Ink
Castle Ink's compatible HP 65XL Black & Tri-Color 2-Pack can save you up to 70% compared to genuine HP cartridges — without sacrificing print quality. Every cartridge is tested, comes with a 1-year warranty, and ships free on orders over $50.
How to Replace Ink in the HP DeskJet 2622
- Power the printer on and open the ink-cartridge access door at the front — the carriage will slide to the center.
- Press down on the old cartridge to release it, then pull it forward and out of its slot.
- Unwrap the new cartridge and pull the orange tab to remove the protective plastic. Do not touch the gold contacts or copper-colored ink nozzles.
- Slide the new cartridge into its slot at a slight upward angle (black on the right, tri-color on the left) and push up until you hear it click into place.
- Close the access door. The printer will automatically print an alignment page — keep it briefly to confirm the print is sharp and colors are correct.
Troubleshooting Tips
"Cartridge missing or damaged" error: Power-cycle the printer with the cartridges installed. If it persists, remove the cartridge, wipe the gold contacts with a lint-free cloth dampened with distilled water, dry thoroughly, and reinsert at the upward angle until you hear it click.
Streaky or faded prints: Open HP Smart App and run Printer Settings > Tools > Clean Ink Cartridges. Two cleaning cycles usually resolve clogged nozzles.
Alignment page prints blank or skewed: Confirm you removed the orange protective tab from each new cartridge and that both are seated with a firm click. Then run alignment again from HP Smart.
Firmware updates rejecting compatible ink: Some HP DeskJet 2622 firmware revisions block third-party cartridges. To keep using compatible HP 65XL ink, turn off automatic firmware updates in HP Smart App > Printer Settings.
Official HP DeskJet 2622 Resources
Bottom Line
The HP DeskJet 2622 is a compact, affordable home printer, and HP 65XL high-yield cartridges keep cost-per-page reasonable without sacrificing reliability. Castle Ink's compatible HP 65XL 2-Pack ships free over $50 and is backed by our 1-year warranty — the smart upgrade from genuine HP ink for any 2622 owner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does using compatible HP 65XL ink void my HP DeskJet 2622 warranty?
No. Under the U.S. Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, HP cannot void your printer warranty solely because you use compatible or remanufactured cartridges. If a compatible cartridge causes printer damage, that specific damage isn't covered, but the rest of the warranty remains intact.
How many pages do HP 65XL cartridges actually print?
Page yields are measured to ISO/IEC 24711 at 5% page coverage: ~300 pages for HP 65XL Black and ~300 pages for HP 65XL Tri-color. Heavy graphics or photo printing will reduce yield.
What other HP printers use HP 65 / 65XL ink?
The same cartridges fit the HP DeskJet 2622-2655 series, 3700-3758 series, AMP 100/120/125/130, and Envy 5010-5055 series — your ink stock carries over across the family.
What's the difference between HP 65 and HP 65XL?
HP 65 is the standard-yield cartridge (~120 black / ~100 color pages). HP 65XL is the high-yield version — same physical cartridge size but holds more ink, delivering ~300 black / ~300 color pages. Cost per page on XL is roughly 50% lower.
Why does my HP DeskJet 2622 say the ink is low when I just installed a new cartridge?
The 2622 uses an ink-level estimator based on page count, not a true fluid sensor. After installing a new cartridge, print a test page or two and the level should refresh. If the warning persists, remove and reinsert the cartridge to reset the chip.
Written and reviewed by William Elward — Founder of Castle Ink, 20+ years in the printer & imaging supplies industry.