What Ink Does the HP Photosmart C4680 Use?
Last Updated:Quick answer: The HP Photosmart C4680 all-in-one uses two HP 60 cartridges: one black and one tri-color. The high-yield HP 60XL versions fit too. Castle Ink stocks remanufactured 60XL Black, 60XL Tri-color and a 60XL 2-pack.
Not every C4000-series Photosmart uses HP 60: the older C4480 and C4280 take HP 74 and 75. Check the model number on the front of your printer.
CastleScore · October 2026
69/100 — Situational
HP Photosmart C4680
| Pillar (weight) | Score | What it is based on |
|---|---|---|
| Owner ratings (28%) | — | No retailer rating with enough reviews to use. |
| Expert reviews (18%) | — | Reviewed by PCWorld and TechRadar in 2009, without a numeric score we could verify. |
| Cost per page (24%) | 85 | About 4.3¢ per page blended (black + color) with our remanufactured 60XL (600 / 440 pages). |
| Reliability (13%) | 76 | Most-reported problems: new 60XL cartridges won't align or black won't print; 'Scan Error' messages; finding drivers for Windows 10/11 |
| Features (12%) | 52 | Print, copy, scan over USB, memory card slots, small LCD. No Wi-Fi, no document feeder, no auto two-sided printing, no fax. |
| Value (5%) | 76 | 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 released the C4680 around 2009 and no longer sells it. HP 60 cartridges are still easy to find.
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 60XL 2-packBlack + Tri-color
HP 60XL BlackCC641WN · ~600 pages
HP 60XL Tri-colorCC644WN · ~440 pages
HP 60XL 2-pack
HP 60XL Black
HP 60XL Tri-colorOur own remanufactured cartridges, photographed in-house.
What Ink Cartridges Does the HP Photosmart C4680 Take?
| Cartridge | HP part no. | Approx. yield | Castle Ink option |
|---|---|---|---|
| HP 60 Black | CC640WN | ~200 pages | — |
| HP 60 Tri-color | CC643WN | ~165 pages | — |
| HP 60XL Black | CC641WN | ~600 pages | Remanufactured 60XL Black |
| HP 60XL Tri-color | CC644WN | ~440 pages | Remanufactured 60XL Tri-color |
HP's 60XL page lists the Photosmart C4680 by name. Outside North America this cartridge is sold as HP 300, which won't work in a U.S. printer.
Is HP 60XL Worth It?
Yes. PCWorld's review called the C4680's ink costs high, and that's mainly with standard cartridges. On October 14, 2026, Staples listed Original HP 60 black at $32.99 (about 16.5¢ a page) and 60XL black at $83.99. Our remanufactured 60XL black is $20.95 (about 3.5¢ a page) and 60XL tri-color $23.95.
How Do I Replace the Ink in the HP Photosmart C4680?
- Turn the printer on and open the cartridge door; wait for the carriage to stop.
- Press down on the old cartridge to release it and pull it out.
- Remove the new cartridge's tape by the pink tab, without touching the contacts or nozzles.
- Slide it into its slot until it clicks and close the door.
- Print the alignment page when prompted, place it face down on the glass and press OK.
Which Other Printers Use HP 60?
The DeskJet F4280, F4480, D1660 and D2680, the ENVY 110 and 114, and the Photosmart C4780, C4795 and D110.
What Photosmart C4680 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.
A new 60XL won't align, or black won't print.
Take the cartridge out, check the tape is completely off, wipe the copper contacts with a dry lint-free cloth and reinstall. Then run Clean Printhead and alignment from the Tools menu.
It shows "Scan Error."
Turn the printer off, unplug it for a minute and restart. If the error returns when you scan from a computer, reinstall the driver; HP Community threads note it often clears after a power reset.
Is there a driver for Windows 10 or 11?
Windows usually installs a basic driver automatically when you connect the C4680 by USB. HP's full software suite for this model is no longer updated.
Does it have Wi-Fi?
No. The C4680 connects by USB only.
Photosmart C4680 quirks worth knowing
- HP released it around 2009 at about $100; it's discontinued.
- HP rated it at up to 29 pages a minute in draft mode; normal mode is about 9 black and 6.5 color.
- It has a 1.5-inch LCD and two memory card slots for photo printing without a computer.
- Two-sided printing is manual; the input tray holds 80 sheets.
Frequently Asked Questions
What ink does the HP Photosmart C4680 use?
HP 60 or HP 60XL: one black and one tri-color cartridge.
Does the C4680 use the same ink as the C4480?
No. The C4680 uses HP 60; the older C4480 uses HP 74 and 75.
How many pages does HP 60XL tri-color print?
About 440 pages, versus about 165 for the standard HP 60 tri-color.
Other printers that use HP 60
HP DeskJet F4480 · HP DeskJet F4280 · HP Photosmart D110
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Replacing it? Our highest-rated alternatives
- Epson EcoTank ET-2980 (cheapest to run) — CastleScore 90
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- HP OfficeJet Pro 9125e — CastleScore 79
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Ratings and prices were checked on October 14, 2026 and will change over time.
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