What Ink Does the HP OfficeJet 3833 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The HP OfficeJet 3833 uses HP 63 Black and HP 63 Tri-color ink cartridges. For a much lower cost per page, choose the HP 63XL high-yield versions — they deliver roughly 2x the pages of standard HP 63 cartridges and are the best value for any home office all-in-one.
HP OfficeJet 3833 Ink Cartridges at a Glance
| Cartridge | Color | Approx. Page Yield |
|---|---|---|
| HP 63 | Black | ~190 pages |
| HP 63 | Tri-color (CMY) | ~165 pages |
| HP 63XL | Black | ~480 pages |
| HP 63XL | Tri-color (CMY) | ~330 pages |
The HP OfficeJet 3833 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 63 / 63XL family also fits the HP DeskJet 1112, 1110, 1111, 2130, 2132, 3630-3639 series, HP Envy 4520, OfficeJet 3830, 3831, 3832, 3834, 4650, and OfficeJet 5220 series.
Save on HP 63 and 63XL Ink
Castle Ink's compatible HP 63XL 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 OfficeJet 3833
- 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 the 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: From the printer touchscreen go to Setup > Tools > Clean Ink Cartridges. Two cleaning cycles usually resolve clogged nozzles. A third cycle is safe but rarely needed.
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 the touchscreen.
Firmware updates rejecting compatible ink: Some HP OfficeJet 3833 firmware revisions block third-party cartridges. To keep using compatible HP 63XL ink, turn off automatic firmware updates under Setup > Web Services Setup > Auto Update.
Official HP OfficeJet 3833 Resources
Bottom Line
The HP OfficeJet 3833 is a budget-friendly home office all-in-one, and HP 63XL high-yield cartridges keep cost-per-page low without sacrificing reliability. Castle Ink's compatible HP 63XL 2-Pack ships free over $50 and is backed by our 1-year warranty — the smart upgrade from genuine HP ink for any 3833 owner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does using compatible HP 63XL ink void my HP OfficeJet 3833 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 63XL cartridges actually print?
Page yields are measured to ISO/IEC 24711 at 5% page coverage: ~480 pages for HP 63XL Black and ~330 pages for HP 63XL Tri-color. Heavy graphics or photo printing will reduce yield.
What other HP printers use HP 63 / 63XL ink?
The same cartridges fit the HP DeskJet 1110-1112, 2130, 2132, 3630-3639 series, HP Envy 4520, OfficeJet 3830-3834 series, OfficeJet 4650, and OfficeJet 5220 — your ink stock carries over across the family.
What's the difference between HP 63 and HP 63XL?
HP 63 is the standard-yield cartridge (~190 black / ~165 color pages). HP 63XL is the high-yield version — same physical cartridge size but holds more ink, delivering ~480 black / ~330 color pages. Cost per page on XL is roughly 60% lower.
Why does my HP OfficeJet 3833 say the ink is low when I just installed a new cartridge?
The 3833 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.