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How Many Pages Does Canon PGI-280 Print? Yield & Cost Per Page

600 pages
Highest-yield Canon PGI-280 option — as low as 5.0¢ per page
VariantYieldPriceCost/page
XL Black400 pg$225.5¢
XXL Black600 pg$305.0¢
BrandCanon
TypeInkjet cartridge
Best cost per page5.0¢
Fits printersPIXMA TR7520, TR8520, TS6120, TS8120, TS9120
Also sold as / replaces280XL / 280XXL / pairs with CLI-281

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FAQ

How many pages does Canon PGI-280 print?

The Canon PGI-280 prints 400 pages (xl black), 600 pages (xxl black). Real-world yield depends on how much ink each page uses — ISO ratings assume about 5% coverage.

Is the XL version of Canon PGI-280 worth it?

Usually yes. The high-yield version costs more upfront but its lower cost per page (down to 5.0¢) makes it cheaper if you print regularly. For occasional printing, standard is fine.

What's the cheapest way to run Canon PGI-280?

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.