Lexmark · Color Multifunction

Lexmark CX825 Series

A4 color laser MFP for departments of 40-100 — 55 ppm, 150-sheet single-pass duplex ADF, 650-sheet standard capacity (4,500 max), 10-inch touchscreen.

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Print speed
55 ppm color
Paper capacity
4500 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Wi-Fi Direct · USB · Ethernet
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Lexmark CX825
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Lexmark CX825 Series is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a department or workgroup of 40-100 people that needs 55-ppm color throughput in a copy-room install.
  • You print 10,000-30,000 pages a month — recommended monthly volume is 3,000-30,000.
  • You scan two-sided originals daily — the 150-sheet single-pass DADF is the upgrade over the CX820's dual-pass CCD ADF.
  • You want a 10-inch e-Task touchscreen for kiosk workflows, scan-to-SharePoint, or full Workpath app deployments.
  • You need 4,500-sheet max capacity with optional finisher.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 40,000 pages a month — the machine handles it but the CX860 is the right call past 30,000.
  • You want Wi-Fi — add the MarkNet N8370 adapter, around $100.
  • You need a finisher — the inline staple finisher bolts on; expect added depth.
  • You're upgrading from a CX825dte (with extra tray) or CX825dtfe (with finisher) — the de base config saves money if you don't need the add-ons.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need 11x17 (tabloid) — letter/legal only. Step up to the CX920 or CX930/CX940 for A3.
  • You print under 3,000 pages a month — overbuilt; the CX625 or CX730 is a better fit.
  • You print over 30,000 pages a month consistently — the CX860 with 350,000-page duty cycle is the right fit.
  • You want a desktop footprint — this is a 32-inch-tall machine that lives in a copy room.
  • You don't need single-pass duplex scanning or a 10-inch screen — the CX820 saves money on the same chassis.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Lexmark CX825de is an A4 color laser MFP for departments of 40-100 people that need 55-ppm color throughput, a 150-sheet single-pass duplex ADF, and a 10-inch e-Task touchscreen for kiosk-style workflows. It holds 650 sheets standard (expandable to 4,500), is rated for a 250,000-page monthly duty cycle, and Lexmark recommends 3,000-30,000 pages/month for sane toner economics. First page out is 6.5 seconds in both black and color. The single-pass DADF is the upgrade over the CX820's dual-pass CCD scanner — two-sided scans run at full speed instead of half, which is the main reason scan-heavy departments pick the CX825. The 10-inch touchscreen runs Lexmark eSF apps, Workpath, scan-to-SharePoint, and held-print workflows natively. The thing buyers regret: paying for the CX860 when CX825 is the right capacity. If your monthly volume is under 30,000 pages, the CX825 is the better economic call — same chassis, lower duty-cycle premium. If you regularly hit 30,000+ pages a month or need 60-ppm speed, the CX860 is worth the step up.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 55 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 55 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 5 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 55 cpm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplex (DADF)
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 4500 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal
Recommended monthly volume 3000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 250,000 pages/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 10 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Lexmark
Model CX825
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Lexmark manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Lexmark CX825 Series

The printer itself

Lexmark CX825 Series in original Lexmark packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 24.5 x 24.3 x 24.6 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Lexmark quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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each
DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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4.3
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Based on 3 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Lexmark machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We've had this Lexmark in our office for about two years now and it handles our color printing needs without any fuss. The scan-to-email feature saves us a lot of time on document workflow, and toner costs are reasonable compared to what we were spending before."
  • ★ "Pretty solid multifunction printer for a small business. Output quality is consistent and the automatic duplex works well. My only complaint is the touchscreen interface took me a while to figure out, but once you know where things are it's fine."
  • ★ "Replaced our old HP with this CX825 and the difference in speed and reliability is noticeable. Monthly page volume runs around 8,000 for us and no paper jams or driver issues so far. Good investment."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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FAQ

Lexmark CX825 Series, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (706) 561-0075 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Lexmark CX825 Series ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner has a lower yield than standard cartridges. Replacement options include Extra High Yield cartridges (33,000 pages for black, 22,000 pages for color) and Standard Yield cartridges (8,000 pages). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Lexmark CX825 Series is an A4 color laser MFP with a 55-ppm output, a 10-inch touchscreen, and a 250,000-page monthly duty cycle, ideal for departments of 40-100 people. The Lexmark CS960 Series is an A3 floor-standing color laser printer with the same 55-ppm speed but supports tabloid-sized printing, a higher maximum duty cycle (270,000 pages), and a 4.3-inch touchscreen. The CX825 is better for scan-heavy workflows with its single-pass duplex ADF, while the CS960 is suited for larger print volumes and A3 formats. For small offices, the CX825 offers better value unless A3 printing is essential.
The Lexmark CX825 Series is well-suited for small businesses with monthly print volumes between 3,000 and 30,000 pages, offering 55-ppm color printing, a 10-inch touchscreen, and expandable paper capacity up to 4,500 sheets. Its 250,000-page monthly duty cycle ensures reliability for growing teams. However, if your business requires higher volumes or A3 printing, consider stepping up to a commercial option like the Lexmark CS960 Series.
Yes, the Lexmark CX825 Series is a color laser MFP that supports full-color printing at 55 pages per minute. It uses Extra High Yield toners for black (33,000 pages) and color (22,000 pages per cartridge), making it ideal for businesses needing high-quality color output.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (706) 561-0075. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Lexmark includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Lexmark CX825 Series when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Automated Business Machines is an authorized Lexmark reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Lexmark CX825 Series order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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