HP LaserJet CP5220 Toner Cartridges

HP CP5220 Printer Review

Small workgroups searching for a good solution to their frequent color printing will benefit from the HP LaserJet CP5220, which is affordable and easy-to-use. One of the few downsides to this machine is its output performance that prints a maximum of 20 pages per minute, which may feel slow for busy workgroups. To help make up for this the device does have heavy-duty features like long-lasting LaserJet CP5220 printer toner and an expandable media input capacity. Users who don't mind slower speeds will also benefit from this color laser printer's flexible connectivity and excellent output quality.

Even certain multifunction printers are more compact than the CP5220, which has a bulky, unattractive build and a large size of 13x21x23 inches. This large size is due in part to its flexible media handling, which will allow users to print on an array of paper sizes from a minimum of 3x5 inches to a maximum of 12x18 inches. The machine's standard media input of 350 pages can be increased to a maximum of 850 pages, which will allow the device to handle medium volumes. An additional perk is its inclusion of automatic duplexing for economical double-sided printing.

The unit should be easy to maintain and operate using its two-line LCD display, which will provide updates on the status of jobs, print errors, low HP CP5220 toner and paper. Workgroups will also benefit from its flexible connectivity, which will allow multiple computers to be networked to the device at once. For times when the device is not in use, its built-in Auto-Off technology is able to sense the inactivity and reduce power settings to save energy.

While the device doesn't deliver on speed, its output quality is more than satisfactory and sharp enough for internal print jobs. Using its ImageREt technology and LaserJet CP5220 toner, the device can print precise characters and detailed graphics with a maximum resolution of 600x600 dpi.

This machine's four-color HP CP5220 toner cartridge system includes separate black, cyan, magenta and yellow supplies. Once they need to be replaced, users can opt for remanufactured HP CP5220 toner cartridges over the more expensive OEM supplies to save money. This shouldn't be required often, however, since supplies have a decent yield of up to 7,300 pages for color toners and 7,000 pages for the black replacement.

Often with mid-level laser printers like the CP5220, there are both pros and cons to sort through when determining if its the right fit for a small workgroup. The machine's list of positive attributes range from its network-ready design and generous media handling to the fact that it is relatively simple to operate. Buyers who are concerned with its slow speeds and bulky size, however, should keep looking.