HP 952 and HP 952XL are four-cartridge ink families used by specific U.S.-region HP OfficeJet Pro printers. This guide identifies 21 supported models, explains individual cartridge yields, compares standard and XL options, and covers Starink's remanufactured cartridges with reused original OEM chips.
Confirm the complete printer model and the HP 952 or HP 952XL number shown on the installed cartridge before ordering. Similar OfficeJet Pro model names may use a different cartridge family.
Within Starink's U.S.-region compatibility scope, HP 952XL fits 21 HP OfficeJet Pro models in the 7700, 8200, and 8700 Series. The complete model list appears below.
Starink's remanufactured HP 952XL 4-Pack contains Black, Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Each cartridge is professionally restored, refilled, and tested for reuse, with its original OEM chip reused and pre-installed. No chip transfer is required.
Listed yields are up to 2,000 pages for Black and up to 1,600 pages for each Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow cartridge. Each figure applies per cartridge and must not be added into one combined pack yield.
The 21 models below match the at-a-glance list above. Select the related Printer Page for series-specific buying checks.
| Cartridge | Listed Yield | How to Read It |
|---|---|---|
| HP 952XL Black | Up to 2,000 pages | Per Black cartridge |
| HP 952XL Cyan | Up to 1,600 pages | Per Cyan cartridge |
| HP 952XL Magenta | Up to 1,600 pages | Per Magenta cartridge |
| HP 952XL Yellow | Up to 1,600 pages | Per Yellow cartridge |
Page yield is an estimate, not a guarantee for every print environment. Page coverage, images, quality settings, cleaning cycles, paper, and printer condition can affect actual output. Do not add the four figures as one 4-Pack yield.
Only the original OEM chip is reused. This statement does not mean that the cartridge shell or every other component is OEM.
| Feature | HP 952 | HP 952XL |
|---|---|---|
| Cartridge family | Standard-yield option | High-yield option |
| Colors | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow | Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow |
| Replacement frequency | May suit lighter or occasional printing | Designed for more pages between replacements |
| Printer check | Both must match a printer configured for the U.S.-region HP 952/952XL family. | |
HP 952XL is the high-yield choice for a listed printer that accepts the HP 952 family. “XL” refers to cartridge capacity; it does not expand the printer compatibility list.
A Starink remanufactured HP 952XL cartridge is professionally restored, refilled, and tested for reuse, with its original OEM chip reused and pre-installed. This gives the chip another service cycle while allowing installation without transferring a chip from an empty cartridge.
For a broader explanation, read What Is a Remanufactured Ink Cartridge?
Neutral firmware guidance: Updates may affect cartridge recognition or displayed ink levels. Starink cannot guarantee compatibility with every future firmware release. Continue with the printer firmware and cartridge-recognition troubleshooting guide.
One Black, one Cyan, one Magenta, and one Yellow cartridge. Original OEM chips are reused and pre-installed; no chip transfer is required.
| What Matters | Starink HP 952XL Ready to Install | Original HP 952XL | Other Replacement Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Remanufactured ink cartridges | New OEM ink cartridges | Varies by listing |
| Chip Description | Original OEM chip reused and pre-installed | Original OEM chip | Check the listing |
| Chip Transfer | No transfer required | No transfer required | May vary |
| Page Yield Shown Here | Black up to 2,000; each color up to 1,600 | Check the current OEM listing | Check the seller's stated yield |
| Customer Reviews | 4.98/5 · 120 reviews | Varies by retailer and listing | Varies by brand, seller, and listing |
Starink's U.S. compatibility list includes 21 HP OfficeJet Pro models: 7720, 7730, 7740, 8210, 8216, 8218, 8702, 8710, 8715, 8716, 8717, 8718, 8719, 8720, 8725, 8726, 8728, 8730, 8740, 8745, and 8746. Confirm the complete model and HP 952/952XL cartridge number before ordering.
Black is listed for up to 2,000 pages, while Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow are each listed for up to 1,600 pages. These are individual cartridge ratings and should not be combined as one 4-Pack yield.
The 4-Pack includes one remanufactured HP 952XL Black cartridge and one each of Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow. Each cartridge has its reused original OEM chip pre-installed.
No. Each cartridge reuses its original OEM chip, which is already installed, so the customer does not need to transfer a chip from an empty cartridge.
No. Starink reuses the original OEM chip only; this does not mean the shell or every other cartridge component is OEM.
HP 952XL is the high-yield option for a listed U.S.-region printer that accepts the HP 952 cartridge family. Confirm the complete printer model and cartridge number before ordering.
HP 952 is the standard-yield option, while HP 952XL is the high-yield option intended to provide more pages between replacements in supported printers.
Not necessarily. Reused OEM chips are intended to support ink-level communication, but previous chip data, printer behavior, or firmware may affect the level shown.
Long-term compatibility cannot be guaranteed. Firmware updates and printer conditions may affect cartridge recognition or displayed ink levels.
Confirm the complete printer model and cartridge number, remove all protective material, place each color in the correct slot, and reseat the indicated cartridge. If recognition changed after a firmware update, follow Starink's cartridge-recognition troubleshooting guide.
Compatibility and Starink product specifications last reviewed September 19, 2026.
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