What Ink Does the HP Photosmart C4480 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The HP Photosmart C4480 all-in-one uses an HP 74 black cartridge and an HP 75 tri-color cartridge, or the high-yield 74XL and 75XL. It does not use HP 60, despite what some listings say. Castle Ink stocks remanufactured 74XL Black, 75XL Tri-color and a 74XL + 75XL combo pack, plus standard 74 and 75.
The C4480 shares its ink with the Photosmart C4280. The later C4680 switched to HP 60. In Europe the same cartridges are sold as HP 350 and 351.
CastleScore · October 2026
69/100 — Situational
HP Photosmart C4480
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No retailer rating with enough reviews to use. |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | TrustedReviews published category scores only, with no overall score we could use. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 90 | About 3¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured 74XL (750 pages) and 75XL (520 pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 76 | Most-reported problems: 'incompatible ink cartridge' errors; HP has ended support and offers no Windows 11 driver |
| Features (12%) | 52 | Print, copy, scan over USB, four memory card slots, small LCD. No Wi-Fi, no document feeder, no auto two-sided printing, no fax. |
| Value (5%) | 78 | Running cost and owner satisfaction |
Limited data: We could not find enough owner ratings or published expert scores for this printer, so those weights are spread across the other pillars. With neither owner ratings nor a published expert score, we cap its CastleScore at 69 (Situational) under our methodology.
Discontinued. HP stopped selling the C4480 years ago (Icecat lists an end-of-life date of June 2011). HP 74 and 75 cartridges are still sold.
CastleScore is Castle Ink’s own editorial rating, built from retailer star ratings, expert reviews, real cost per page and owner complaint patterns, checked October 14, 2026. It is not a customer review. See every ranked printer or how the score works.
The cartridges, pictured
HP 74XL + 75XL 2-packBlack + Tri-color
HP 74XL BlackCB336WN · ~750 pages
HP 75XL Tri-colorCB338WN · ~520 pages
HP 74XL + 75XL 2-pack
HP 74XL Black
HP 75XL Tri-colorOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
What Ink Cartridges Does the HP Photosmart C4480 Take?
| Cartridge | HP part no. | Approx. yield | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP 74 Black | CB335WN | ~200 pages | Remanufactured 74 Black |
| HP 75 Tri-color | CB337WN | ~165 pages | Remanufactured 75 Tri-color |
| HP 74XL Black | CB336WN | ~750 pages | Remanufactured 74XL Black |
| HP 75XL Tri-color | CB338WN | ~520 pages | Remanufactured 75XL Tri-color |
Published yields for the 75 and both XL cartridges vary a little between sources; we use 750 and 520 pages for the XLs. HP also made an optional HP 99 photo cartridge that can replace the black for photo printing.
Are HP 74XL and 75XL Worth It?
Yes. Original HP 74 cartridges are getting scarce: on October 14, 2026, Quill listed Original HP 74 black at $35.99 and out of stock. Our remanufactured 74XL black is $17.95 (about 2.4¢ a page), the 75XL tri-color $19.95 (about 3.8¢ a page), and the XL pair $22.99.
How Do I Replace the Ink in the HP Photosmart C4480?
- Turn the printer on and lift the cartridge door; wait for the carriage to stop.
- Press down on the old cartridge and pull it out.
- Remove the new cartridge's tape by the pink tab, without touching the contacts or nozzles.
- Slide it in, contacts first, until it clicks, then close the door.
- Print the alignment page when prompted, put it face down on the glass and press OK.
Which Other Printers Use HP 74 and 75?
The Photosmart C4280 and other Photosmart C4200, C4300, C4400 and C5500 models, plus several DeskJet D4200, D4300 and OfficeJet J5700 and J6400 printers.
What Photosmart C4480 owners ask
These are the questions that come up most for this printer in HP's support community and owner reviews, answered in our words.
Why does it say "incompatible ink cartridge"?
Most often the cartridge is the wrong number (an HP 60 or 61 won't fit) or the contacts aren't touching. Check you have HP 74 or 75, reseat it and wipe the copper contacts with a dry lint-free cloth.
Is there a Windows 11 driver?
HP has ended support for the C4400 series and doesn't list a Windows 11 package. Windows' built-in driver often prints over USB, but scanning may need a third-party app.
Does it have Wi-Fi?
No. The C4480 connects by USB only.
Can I print photos straight from a memory card?
Yes. It has slots for Memory Stick, SD/MMC/SDHC and xD cards and a small LCD for choosing photos.
Photosmart C4480 quirks worth knowing
- HP launched it in 2008 at $99.99; Icecat lists an end-of-life date of June 2011.
- HP rated it at up to 30 pages a minute in draft mode; normal mode is about 9 black and 5 color.
- It prints, copies and scans; there's no fax, document feeder or automatic two-sided printing.
- The input tray holds 100 sheets, and HP rated it for up to 1,000 pages a month.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ink does the HP Photosmart C4480 use?
HP 74 black and HP 75 tri-color, or the high-yield 74XL and 75XL.
Does the C4480 use HP 60?
No. HP 60 is for the later Photosmart C4680 and DeskJet F4280. The C4480 uses HP 74 and 75.
What are HP 350 and 351?
The European versions of HP 74 and 75. They won't work in a U.S. printer.
Other printers that use HP 74 and HP 75
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