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Xerox VersaLink C505X

A4 color laser MFP for workgroups of 5-15 — 45 ppm color and black, 100-sheet single-pass DADF, 700-sheet standard capacity, 7-inch touchscreen, 1200 x 2400 dpi. /X includes built-in fax and 320 GB HDD.

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Print speed
45 ppm color
Paper capacity
4,350 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi · Wi-Fi Direct · Bluetooth
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Xerox VersaLink C505X 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 workgroup of 5-15 people that needs fast color print, copy, scan, AND fax in one A4 desktop unit.
  • You print 3,000-9,000 pages a month and want a 120,000-page duty cycle as headroom.
  • You need same-speed color and black at 45 ppm — no penalty for going color.
  • You scan large two-sided originals daily (legal contracts, invoices) — the 100-sheet single-pass DADF runs both sides at 73 ipm in one pass.
  • You want the 320 GB HDD included for stored jobs, booklet copying, Bates stamping, and immediate disk overwrite security.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print up to 10,000 pages a month — Xerox's recommended ceiling. Past that, look at the C605 (12,000) or VersaLink C7000.
  • You don't currently use fax — fax is included on /X regardless. You're paying ~$400 over the /S configuration for fax + HDD; if you'll never use fax, the /S with the optional HDD kit may pencil out cheaper.
  • You need more paper input — up to 4 additional 550-sheet feeders or the 2,000-sheet HCF can take you to 3,250 sheets total.
  • You want Wi-Fi out of the box — the optional Wi-Fi Kit (497K16750) is roughly $150.
  • You'd like staple finishing — none on this chassis; the C605 with finisher is the next step up.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You need 11x17 (tabloid). This is A4/letter/legal only — get a VersaLink C7000-series for A3.
  • You will never use fax and don't need the HDD — get the C505/S configuration and save about $400.
  • You print under 1,500 pages a month — you're paying for 45 ppm and using a fraction of it. The C405 is the right size.
  • You need a 130+ sheet ADF for very large scan batches — caps at 100 sheets.
  • You don't have a desk that can hold 18.5 x 19.9 x 25.3 inches and 77 lb — it's a substantial desktop, not a portable MFP.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Xerox VersaLink C505/X is the loaded configuration of the C505 platform — a desktop A4 color laser multifunction printer for workgroups of 5-15 people that need print, copy, scan, AND fax with the 320 GB hard drive included for stored jobs and security features. It runs at 45 ppm in both color and black-and-white, copies at 45 cpm, scans two-sided at 73 ipm (b&w) or 55 ipm (color) via the 100-sheet single-pass DADF, and is rated for a 120,000-page monthly duty cycle (Xerox recommends staying around 10,000 pages/month). Standard paper capacity is 700 sheets across the 550-sheet Tray 1 and 150-sheet bypass; expandable to 3,250 sheets with up to four extra 550-sheet feeders or the 2,000-sheet High-Capacity Feeder. The 7-inch color touchscreen with ConnectKey Apps handles scan-to-cloud, 1-Touch workflows, and the 100+ apps in the Xerox App Gallery. Print resolution is 1200 x 2400 dpi — sharper than the C405 for graphics-heavy work. Where the /X earns the price premium over /S: built-in fax (analog), 320 GB HDD for booklet copying, annotation, Bates stamping, and AES 256-bit immediate disk overwrite. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus USB 3.0 standard; Wi-Fi and NFC are an optional kit. The thing buyers regret: ordering /X when they have no fax line and no need for the HDD — the /S is the same chassis at lower cost.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 45 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 45 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Print resolution Up to 1,200 × 2,400 dpi
First page out < 5.1 seconds (B&W) / 5.6 seconds (color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 45 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplex
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 1,200 × 2,400 dpi
Scan destinations email, network folder (FTP/SMB), USB, sFTP, scan to home, OCR-searchable PDF, Google Drive/OneDrive/Dropbox via Xerox App Gallery
Paper
Paper capacity 4 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal
Automatic document feeder 100 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 8000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 120,000 pages/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax , Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 7 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Xerox
Model C505X
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 Xerox 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 Xerox VersaLink C505X

The printer itself

Xerox VersaLink C505X in original Xerox packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 18.5 x 19.9 x 25.3 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

Xerox 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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DR810

Drum unit

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

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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 Xerox machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "Good machine overall, handles our medium-volume workload fine. The touchscreen interface takes some getting used to and the network setup was a pain, but once we got it working it's been solid. Toner costs are higher than expected though."
  • ★ "Running this in our marketing office and it keeps up with our variable print jobs without choking. The scan-to-email function works as advertised and speeds up our workflow considerably."
  • ★ "We've had this machine in our office for two years now and it handles our volume without breaking a sweat. Color quality is sharp and the finishing options save us a ton of time on client presentations."

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FAQ

Xerox VersaLink C505X, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Xerox VersaLink C505X ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner typically yields fewer pages than the high-yield replacements. Replacement high-yield toner cartridges, such as the 106R03869 (Black, ~12,000 pages) and 106R03866 (Cyan, ~9,000 pages), are available for purchase. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Xerox VersaLink C505X is a desktop A4 color laser multifunction printer designed for workgroups of 5-15 people, with a print speed of 45 ppm in both color and black-and-white. It includes a 320 GB hard drive, built-in fax, and a 7-inch touchscreen. In contrast, the Xerox AltaLink B8155 is a floor-standing A3 monochrome laser multifunction printer built for departments of 30-100 users, with a print speed of 55 ppm and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. The AltaLink B8155 offers higher paper capacity (up to 6,140 sheets) and enterprise-grade security features, making it suitable for larger offices with heavier print volumes. For small offices, the VersaLink C505X is a more cost-effective and space-efficient choice.
Yes, the Xerox VersaLink C505X is well-suited for small businesses with workgroups of 5-15 people. It offers a print speed of 45 ppm in both color and black-and-white, a monthly duty cycle of 120,000 pages (with a recommended average of 10,000 pages), and features like a 100-sheet single-pass DADF and a 7-inch touchscreen. Its compact desktop form factor and multifunction capabilities make it ideal for small offices with moderate print volumes.
Yes, the Xerox VersaLink C505X supports color printing. It offers a print resolution of 1200 x 2400 dpi and can print at 45 ppm in both color and black-and-white, making it suitable for graphics-heavy work.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. 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.
Xerox includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Xerox VersaLink C505X when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Xerox 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 Xerox VersaLink C505X 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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