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How Many Pages Does Brother LC203 Print? Yield & Cost Per Page

550 pages
Highest-yield Brother LC203 option — as low as 3.3¢ per page
VariantYieldPriceCost/page
LC201 Black260 pg$135.0¢
LC203 XL Black550 pg$183.3¢
LC203 XL Color (ea)550 pg$183.3¢
BrandBrother
TypeInkjet cartridge
Best cost per page3.3¢
Fits printersMFC-J460, J480, J485, J680, J880, J885
Also sold as / replacesLC201 (std) / LC203 (XL)

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FAQ

How many pages does Brother LC203 print?

The Brother LC203 prints 260 pages (lc201 black), 550 pages (lc203 xl black), 550 pages (lc203 xl color (ea)). Real-world yield depends on how much ink each page uses — ISO ratings assume about 5% coverage.

Is the XL version of Brother LC203 worth it?

Usually yes. The high-yield version costs more upfront but its lower cost per page (down to 3.3¢) makes it cheaper if you print regularly. For occasional printing, standard is fine.

What's the cheapest way to run Brother LC203?

Buy the highest-yield (XL) cartridge for the best cost per page, print in draft mode for everyday pages, and consider trusted compatible or remanufactured cartridges if your printer allows them.

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Yields are ISO estimates at ~5% page coverage; actual results vary. Prices are approximate and for guidance only.