HP LaserJet Pro M404/M428 compatible toner: 59A guide

If you have an HP LaserJet Pro M404 or an MFP M428 in the office, you already know what running out of toner means: the original asks between 105 and 145 euros for a cartridge that prints 3,000 pages. On a machine at this volume, that's paid several times a year. The right compatible does exactly the same job for a fraction of the price. The problem isn't quality: it's not picking the wrong reference and knowing how HP's firmware behaves. Let's get this settled.

Key takeaways
- The HP 59A (CF259A) yields ~3,000 pages and the HP 59X (CF259X) yields 10,000, both at ISO/IEC 19752 coverage at 5% (HP, 2026).
- Careful: the M404/M428 also originally uses the 58A/58X (CF258A/CF258X). Both codes are sold as compatibles; don't confuse the 58 with the 59.
- A compatible with a chip costs ~€26; the original, ~€153. The saving per page is around 83% without touching the printer.
- The "Non-HP Chip Detected" block is an HP firmware matter, not the compatible's. It's resolved with an updated chip.

Which toner does the HP LaserJet Pro M404 and M428 need?

The M404 and MFP M428 use the HP 59A (CF259A), ~3,000 pages, or the high-yield HP 59X (CF259X), 10,000 pages, both black and at 5% ISO/IEC 19752 coverage (HP, 2026). A Spanish distributor confirms it with the same reference and yield (Carlin, 2026). But there's a nuance that confuses a lot of people, and it's worth clearing up before you buy.

Compatible toner is a new cartridge, made by a third party, that replicates the dimensions, chip and yield of the original but is sold without the HP brand and at a lower price. It's not recycled or counterfeit: it's a legal alternative.

Watch out for the 58A / 59A trap

Here's the mistake that makes people buy the wrong cartridge. The M404/M428 series launched with the HP 58A/58X (CF258A/CF258X), also ~3,000 and 10,000 pages (LD Products, 2026). The 59A/59X (CF259A/CF259X) is the later variant that HP likewise lists as compatible with the M304, M404, M406, M428 and M430. In practice, a compatible for your printer may be sold under either code.

What does this mean for you? That "for M404" isn't enough: check the exact code on your current cartridge (it's on the label and in the printer's supplies menu) and ask for that same one. If your machine came with 58A, stick with 58; if the menu shows you 59A, ask for 59. Confusing 58 with 59 is the number one cause of returns in this range.

Reference	Code	Pages (5%)	Recommended use
HP 58A	CF258A	~3,000	Medium volume
HP 58X	CF258X	~10,000	High volume
HP 59A	CF259A	~3,000	Medium volume
HP 59X	CF259X	10,000	High volume

Which printers is the CF259A compatible with?

The CF259A and its high-yield version CF259X are compatible with the whole family of A4 monochrome laser machines in HP's generation: HP LaserJet Pro M304, M404 (M404n, M404dn, M404dw) and MFP M428 (M428dw, M428fdn, M428fdw), plus the HP LaserJet Enterprise M406(dn) and M430(f) (HP, 2026). That's the official list, not an approximation.

If you have any of these models, the same cartridge works for you. The difference between the n, the dn and the dw is connectivity and duplex, not the consumable. And on the MFP machines (the ones that scan and copy), the toner is exactly the same as on the print-only ones.

We print with these cartridges before putting them on sale: we drop a compatible CF259A into a real M404 and run pages until it's spent. What we see is what the spec sheets say: solid black, no fading at the end of the cycle and a page count that doesn't fall short of the original. It's not faith, it's having used it up.

Does the compatible yield fewer pages than the original?

No. At equal 5% coverage (ISO/IEC 19752), a compatible with a chip declares ~3,150 pages for the CF259A, slightly above the OEM (~3,000) (Amazon / Black Point, 2026). The myth that "it yields less" comes from comparing apples with oranges: if you print documents with more ink per page, any cartridge —original or not— lasts less. The standard levels the playing field.

Citable fact: the "pages per cartridge" figure only makes sense with a fixed coverage. The ISO/IEC 19752 standard measures black A4 pages at 5% coverage, roughly a normal business letter. Under that standard, the compatible CF259A declares ~3,150 pages versus the ~3,000 of the HP original (Amazon / Black Point, 2026).

If you want to understand where these numbers come from and why your real-world experience may vary, we have a whole article on how many pages a cartridge prints and how to interpret 5% coverage.

How much do you save with the compatible? The cost per page

The saving is the reason you're reading this, and in this range it's brutal. The HP 59A original costs about €105–145 in Spanish shops —Selfpaper lists it from €105.34 and TINTEA at €144 including VAT (Selfpaper, 2026)— while a compatible with a chip sells for €10–14 (A4toner €12.50, quecartucho €10.10). Do the division and you'll see why offices switch.

Here are the numbers, presented as a citable estimate (not as a fixed price from our store):

Cartridge	Example price	Pages	Cost per page
CF259A original	~€153	3,000	~€0.051
CF259A compatible	~€26	3,000	~€0.009

That's a saving of nearly 83% per page, printing exactly the same and without touching the printer. On a machine that swallows 3,000 pages every few weeks, the difference between 0.05 and 0.009 euros per sheet turns into hundreds of euros a year. If you want the full calculation with electricity, paper and maintenance included, see it in the real cost of printing.

Citable fact: with a CF259A original at ~€153 for 3,000 pages that works out to ~€0.051/page; the compatible with a chip, at ~€26, works out to ~€0.009/page. The difference is a saving of around 83% per printed page, at equal 5% coverage (HP official store, 2026).

Why does my HP printer reject the compatible toner?

Because HP blocks it on purpose with the firmware, not because the cartridge is bad. Dynamic Security updates (part of Jet Intelligence technology) detect the third-party chip and show errors like "Non-HP Chip Detected," "Supply memory error," "unauthorized supply" or "cartridge blocked for containing a non-HP chip"; the M404/M428 series is among the affected models (YB Toner, 2026). It's not powder or a defect: it's a commercial decision by HP.

Dynamic Security is HP's system that checks, via firmware, whether the cartridge chip is "genuine HP" and blocks any that isn't. It's the same thing that has taken HP to court in several countries. The good news: there's a fix, and it's simple.

How to unblock a compatible toner on the M404/M428

Three fronts, in order of reliability:

1. Buy a compatible with the chip updated to the latest firmware version. It's the safest route: the compatible's maker updates the chip so the printer reads it as valid (YB Toner, 2026).
2. Disable automatic firmware updates on the printer, so HP doesn't "cripple" a cartridge that was already working.
3. Native route (where it exists): go to Settings > System Settings > Supply Settings > Cartridge Policy > OFF to turn off the protection. If it still fails, your compatible's chip is old and you have to install an updated one (INKtintaytoner, 2026).

This is the point where most people give up and go back to the original, overpaying. There's no need. We have the complete guide to why HP firmware blocks cartridges and what to do step by step, plus a specific one for when your printer doesn't recognize the compatible toner.

Should I choose the 59A or the 59X?

It depends on how much you print a month. The 59A (CF259A, ~3,000 pages) is for medium use; the 59X (CF259X, 10,000 pages) is for high-volume offices, where the cost per page drops even further because you spread the cartridge price across many more sheets (HP, 2026). As an original, the 59X starts at around €231 (idealo, 2026); as a compatible, the price difference dilutes quickly with volume.

Rule of thumb: if you change toner more than once a month, the 59X (or its 58X equivalent) works out cheaper per page and saves you trips to the cupboard. If you print occasionally, the 59A does the job without tying up money in a big cartridge. To decide based on your real usage, this guide to knowing which toner your printer needs grounds it for you.

How do I know the compatible I'm buying comes with an updated chip?

By buying from someone who states and stands behind it. A serious seller indicates whether the chip is updated to the latest firmware version and offers replacement or a refund if your printer blocks it. That policy is your safety net against Dynamic Security (YB Toner, 2026). If the listing says nothing about the chip or the guarantee, be wary.

For our part, when HP firmware releases a version that breaks compatibility, it shows up right away: the same queries arrive in a wave. That's when we update the chip batch and replace, no arguing, for the affected customer. It's not that "it never happens": it's that when it does, it gets fixed. That's the difference between a compatible done right and one of dubious origin.

Before buying anywhere, read up on how to buy cheap toner without getting ripped off. It tells the honest seller apart from the one selling you filler with a pretty label.

Buying the right compatible CF259A

Recapping what matters when you pay: confirm the exact code (58A/58X or 59A/59X depending on your machine), choose the capacity based on volume (A for medium, X for high), and demand an updated chip with a replacement policy. With that, the M404/M428 prints for you just like the original at a tenth of the cost per page.

In our compatible HP toner collection you have the CF259A and the CF259X with an updated chip, tested by us and with replacement if the firmware causes trouble. That's the deal.

Frequently asked questions

Does the compatible CF259A work for the M404 and the M428?

Yes. The CF259A (HP 59A, ~3,000 pages at 5% ISO/IEC 19752) is compatible with the M304, M404, M428 and the Enterprise M406/M430 (HP, 2026). Just verify that your printer doesn't originally use the 58A/58X, because both series are sold for these models.

How much do I save using the compatible instead of the original?

Around 83% per page. With the original at ~€153 for 3,000 pages (~€0.051/page) versus the compatible at ~€26 (~€0.009/page), the difference soars on office machines (HP official store, 2026). The more you print, the more you save.

What do I do if "Non-HP Chip Detected" appears?

It's HP's firmware block, not a cartridge failure. Install a compatible with an updated chip, disable automatic updates and, where it exists, set Cartridge Policy to OFF (INKtintaytoner, 2026). A serious seller replaces it for you if it persists.

Is the difference between 59A and 59X only the yield?

Yes. The 59A yields ~3,000 pages and the 59X, 10,000, both at 5% coverage (HP, 2026). Same toner, different quantity. The X lowers the cost per page more at high volume; the A avoids tying up money if you print little.

Does the compatible damage the printer or void the warranty?

No. Using a compatible consumable doesn't void your printer's legal warranty in Spain; the law protects your right to choose your consumable. Our toner is a new cartridge, not a refill. If you're worried, review the legal warranty on compatible cartridges in Spain.

Sources

• HP — HP 59A Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (CF259A), ~3,000 pages — https://www.hp.com/emea_africa-en/products/ink-toner/product-details/21869338
• HP — HP 59X High Yield Black Original LaserJet Toner Cartridge (CF259X), 10,000 pages — https://www.hp.com/emea_africa-en/products/ink-toner/product-details/21869341
• Carlin — HP 59A toner LaserJet Pro M404 / MFP M428 black 3000 pages (CF259A) — https://www.carlin.es/product/156598-toner-hp-59a-laserjet-pro-m404-mfp-m428-negro-3000-paginas.html
• Selfpaper — HP 59A CF259A original black toner 3000 pgs M304A M404 (original price ES) — https://www.selfpaper.com/toner-hp-original/hp-59a-cf259a-toner-original-negro-m304a-m404-g.html
• idealo Spain — HP CF259X (59X) from €231.35 (ES price comparison) — https://www.idealo.es/precios/6568718/hp-cf259x.html
• YB Toner — Non-HP Chip Detected Fix (firmware blocks compatibles; M404/M428 models affected) — https://ybtoner.com/blogs/news/non-hp-chip-detected-override/
• INKtintaytoner — Make your HP laser printer recognize compatible toners (Cartridge Policy OFF) — https://inktintaytoner.es/blog/consumibles-no-autorizados-unauthorized-supplies-toner-tinta-hp/
• LD Products — Compatible HP 58A Toner Cartridge CF258A, 3000 pages (M404/M428 uses 58A/58X) — https://www.ldproducts.com/compatible-hp-cf258a-black
• Amazon / Black Point — Compatible CF259A toner, ~3,150 pages — https://www.amazon.com/Black-Point-Toner-Compatible-CF259A/dp/B08WQ92NDJ