Quick Answer

If you print regularly, a remanufactured HP 62XL cartridge is often the best balance of cost, reliability, and page yield. Starink's remanufactured cartridges start with genuine HP cartridges, retaining the original HP housing and chip before being professionally cleaned, refilled, and tested. Shopping for HP ENVY 5540 ink cartridges comes down to two main capacities: HP 62 and HP 62XL, each available in Black and Tri-color. At the time of writing, HP lists a single HP 62XL Black cartridge at about $63 and the Tri-color version at about $65, making a complete OEM set roughly $128 before tax. A Starink Remanufactured HP 62XL 2-Pack (Black & Tri-color) typically sells for around $50, delivering the same rated page yield at roughly 60% lower cost per page than buying OEM cartridges. If you print occasionally, buying new OEM is still a fine, low-hassle choice.

What Ink Cartridge Does the HP ENVY 5540 Use?

The HP ENVY 5540 is a two-slot inkjet printer that takes exactly two cartridges: one black and one tri-color (cyan, magenta, and yellow combined into a single cartridge).

Both are available new from HP, or as remanufactured HP ENVY 5540 ink cartridges built on recycled genuine HP housings — plug-and-play either way, with no special setup required.

HP 62 Compatible Printers

Our HP 62XL ink cartridges work flawlessly with the following HP printer models:

HP 62 vs HP 62XL: What's the Difference?

The core difference is ink volume, not formulation. HP 62 and HP 62XL use the same ink chemistry — the XL shell simply holds roughly three times more ink.

Because the price increase for XL is proportionally smaller than the yield increase, HP 62XL almost always wins on cost per page.

OEM HP 62XL vs Remanufactured HP 62XL: A Detailed Comparison

Cost Per Page: The Real Comparison

That's roughly a 60% reduction in cost per page for the same rated output.

Why the Original HP Chip Matters

Because Starink cartridges are remanufactured from recycled genuine HP cartridges, they retain the original HP chip that came with the cartridge when it was first manufactured. Unlike many newly manufactured compatible cartridges that rely on replacement chips, remanufactured cartridges continue using the original HP chip for printer communication. This is one of the key differences between remanufactured and compatible cartridges.

Compatible vs Remanufactured HP 62XL: Which Is Better?

Buyers researching HP 62XL alternatives often see both "compatible" and "remanufactured" listed side by side, and the two aren't the same thing.

• Compatible HP 62XL cartridges are built entirely from new, third-party components engineered to fit HP printers, typically using a replacement chip designed to mimic the original.
• Remanufactured HP 62XL cartridges, like Starink's, start as genuine HP cartridges collected through recycling. The original HP housing and chip are retained, and only the ink and internal wear components are renewed.

Neither approach is inherently unsafe, and both can perform well from a reputable manufacturer. The practical difference comes down to what's inside: a compatible cartridge is new-built around HP's specifications, while a remanufactured cartridge reuses HP's own parts. For buyers who specifically want the original HP chip and housing, remanufactured is the closer match to an OEM cartridge; for buyers who prioritize lowest upfront price above all else, compatible cartridges are sometimes slightly cheaper, though usually with a smaller yield or shorter track record on chip reliability.

Why Choose a Remanufactured HP 62XL Instead of a Compatible Cartridge?

Third-party alternatives generally fall into two categories: compatible cartridges and remanufactured cartridges. Compatible cartridges are newly manufactured using third-party components designed to fit HP printers, often using a replacement chip. Remanufactured cartridges take a different path: every Starink remanufactured cartridge begins as a genuine HP cartridge collected through recycling channels. It retains the original HP cartridge housing and original HP chip, and is then professionally cleaned, inspected, refilled with fresh ink, and tested before resale.

This matters for two practical reasons:

• Reliable recognition. Designed to support reliable printer recognition by retaining the original HP chip, rather than a third-party replacement chip.
• Less waste. Reusing an existing cartridge housing and chip means less new plastic and electronic material entering the supply chain compared with manufacturing every component from scratch.

In short: same familiar HP cartridge, refreshed rather than replaced.

Why Choose Remanufactured Ink?

• Is it safe for my printer? Yes. Because the housing and chip are original HP components, and the refill process is quality-controlled, remanufactured cartridges install and operate the same way as a new HP cartridge.
• Will it void my warranty? In the U.S., the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act prevents manufacturers from voiding your printer warranty simply for using third-party or remanufactured ink. HP must prove the cartridge directly caused damage to deny a claim.
• How's the print quality? Each remanufactured cartridge is tested for performance before it ships, and performs comparably to OEM for everyday documents and most photo printing.
• Why is it so much cheaper? As shown above, the blended cost per page for a Starink remanufactured combo is roughly a third of OEM's. Reusing existing housings and chips avoids the manufacturing and material costs of building every cartridge from raw components, on top of skipping OEM's brand and retail markup.
• Is it better for the environment? Yes. Rather than manufacturing an entirely new cartridge, a remanufactured cartridge gives a genuine HP cartridge a second life — one fewer cartridge sent to a landfill, and less new plastic and electronic material produced.
• Is there a warranty? Yes — Starink backs every remanufactured cartridge with a lifetime warranty regardless of OEM policy.

How We Chose the Best HP ENVY 5540 Ink Cartridge

Our comparison considered page yield, printer recognition, warranty, price per page, environmental impact, and long-term customer feedback:

• Page yield — rated pages per cartridge under normal document use
• Print consistency — how output compares to OEM across documents and photos
• Printer recognition — reliability of first-install recognition, aided by the original HP chip
• Price per page — total cartridge cost divided by rated yield
• Warranty and support — coverage terms and ease of resolving issues
• Environmental impact — new manufacturing versus reuse of existing components
• Customer feedback — patterns in verified reviews over time

We also considered published product specifications, verified customer feedback, and quality-control information provided by the manufacturer, including printer recognition, print consistency, and reported return rates.

Which 62 Ink Cartridge Should You Buy?

For most HP ENVY 5540 owners, the Starink Remanufactured HP 62XL Ink Cartridge is the strongest overall pick. Unlike newly manufactured compatible cartridges, every Starink remanufactured cartridge starts life as a genuine HP cartridge. Here's why that matters:

• ✔ Original HP chip for reliable printer recognition — Retains the genuine HP chip from the original cartridge, avoiding the third-party replacement chips used in many compatible cartridges.
• ✔ Professionally remanufactured and individually tested — Every cartridge is cleaned, inspected, refilled with fresh ink, and tested before shipment.
• ✔ Matched page yield — Rated up to 600 pages (Black) / 415 pages (Color), in line with OEM's rated output.
• ✔ Fade-resistant, fast-drying ink — Formulated for long-term color stability and reduced smudging on standard paper.
• ✔ Environmentally friendly — Gives an existing HP cartridge housing and chip a second life instead of manufacturing new plastic and electronic components.
• ✔ Lifetime warranty — Full coverage for as long as you own the cartridge, no fine print.
• ✔ Free shipping and money-back guarantee — No added shipping cost, and a straightforward refund if a cartridge underperforms.

Based on the blended cost-per-page numbers above, remanufactured HP 62XL cartridges typically deliver the lowest total printing cost over the life of the printer for anyone printing regularly.

HP ENVY 5540 Ink Cartridge Buying and Setup Checklist

Buying checklist

• Confirm your printer model is specifically the HP ENVY 5540
• Choose HP 62 or HP 62XL based on your monthly print volume
• Verify the listing covers both Black and Tri-color compatibility
• Check whether the cartridge uses the original HP chip
• Confirm pack contents (single cartridges or combo pack) and listed yields
• Review the seller's return policy, warranty terms, and support options
• Check the final price per cartridge, including bundle discounts

Installation checklist

1. Carefully remove the new HP 62XL cartridge from its packaging.
2. Gently pull off the protective plastic tape or cover from the cartridge.
3. Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or the ink nozzles to prevent connection issues.
4. Insert the cartridge firmly into the correct slot of your printer until it clicks into place.
5. Run a quick test print to ensure optimal printing quality.

Common HP ENVY 5540 Ink Problems and Solutions

• Cartridge not recognized — Remove the cartridge, check for protective tape on the contacts, and reseat it firmly. Clean the gold contacts gently with a lint-free cloth if the issue persists.
• Low ink message that won't clear — Often a chip communication issue rather than an actual ink shortage. Reseat the cartridge or restart the printer.
• Smudged prints — Usually caused by an incorrect paper type setting or handling before ink dries. Adjust paper settings in the print driver and let pages sit before touching them.
• Faded text — Run the printer's built-in cleaning cycle to clear dried ink from the nozzles, then print a test page to check improvement.
• Printer won't print at all — Check for paper jams, confirm both cartridges are seated properly, and verify the printer is set as the default device in your computer's settings.