Ink Verses Toner Explaining the difference between inkjet and toner cartridges is all about numbers and doing the math. For example: HP 901 Inkjet = 200 pages and OEM price is $16.99 HP 83X Toner = 2200 pages and OEM price $79.99 So, 2200 divided by 200=11 inkjet cartridges you will purchase to get 2200 pages 11 x 16.99 = 186.99 Compared to 79.99 Now you have a formula to figure out if you should use toner or inkjet and start saving today.