Choose MAXIFY GX1050 if you need:
- Automatic Duplex Printing: Yes
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Canon MAXIFY GX1050 & Epson L3550
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MAXIFY GX1050 and L3550 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MAXIFY GX1050 | L3550 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Canon | Epson |
| Product Family | MAXIFY MegaTank | EcoTank |
| Canonical Model | MAXIFY GX1050 | L3550 |
| Launch Year | 2023 year | 2023 year |
| Printer Type | Colour ink-tank multifunction | Colour ink-tank multifunction |
| Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Colour Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Target Use | Small business / Workgroup | Home / Home office |
| Merged Regional Aliases | Regional SKU suffixes merged | ET-2830 regional equivalent; regional suffixes merged |
| Print Technology | Refillable business ink-tank inkjet | PrecisionCore Heat-Free inkjet |
| Print Head | Canon business inkjet head | PrecisionCore |
| Nozzle Configuration | — | 400 black; 128 per colour |
| Ink Colour Count | 4 colour | 4 colour |
| Ink Technology | All-pigment inks | Pigment black + dye colour |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 600 x 1200 dpi | 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| ISO Black Speed | 15 ipm | 15 ipm |
| ISO Colour Speed | 10 ipm | 8 ipm |
| Draft Black Speed | — | 33 ppm |
| Draft Colour Speed | — | 20 ppm |
| First Page Out Colour | — | 15 sec |
| Borderless Printing | — | Yes |
| Maximum Borderless Size | — | A4 |
| Minimum Droplet Size | — | 3.3 pl |
| Print Performance | ||
| First Page Out Black | — | 9 sec |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 300-2500 page/month | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Maximum Paper Size | A4 / Legal | A4 / Legal |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheet | 100 sheet |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 0 sheet | 0 sheet |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheet | 30 sheet |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | CIS flatbed + ADF | CIS flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 2400 dpi |
| Scan Copy Fax | ||
| Maximum Scan Size | A4 / Legal via ADF | A4 / Letter |
| Copy Function | Yes | Yes |
| Paper | ||
| Rear Feed Capacity | 0 sheet | 100 sheet |
| Front Cassette Count | 1 tray | 0 tray |
| Media Types | Plain, glossy, semi-gloss, matte, envelopes | Plain, photo, envelopes |
| Media Weight Range | 64-275 g/m2 | 64-300 g/m2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity Software | ||
| Mobile App | Canon PRINT | Epson Smart Panel |
| Operating Systems | Windows; macOS; ChromeOS; iOS; Android | Windows; macOS |
| Email or Cloud Print | Yes | Yes |
| Ink Operations | ||
| Ink Bottle Series | GI-56 | 103 / regional equivalent |
| Replacement Black Yield | 6000 page | 4300 page |
| Replacement Colour Yield | 14000 page | 7300 page |
| Dimensions W x D x H | — | 375 x 347 x 179 mm |
| Operating Power | — | 12 W |
| Display | 6.9 cm colour touchscreen | — |
| User-replaceable Maintenance Box | Yes | Yes |
| Included Black Yield | — | 8100 page |
| Included Colour Yield | — | 6500 page |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Weight | — | 4.1 kg |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
What is the difference between MAXIFY GX1050 and L3550?
MAXIFY GX1050 and L3550 share specifications such as Functions (Print, Scan, Copy), ISO Black Speed (15 ipm), Wi-Fi (Yes), Launch Year (2023 year).
The main differences: ISO Colour Speed (MAXIFY GX1050: 10 ipm, L3550: 8 ipm); Automatic Duplex Printing (MAXIFY GX1050: Yes, L3550: —).
MAXIFY GX1050 may suit users who need its differing values, while L3550 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.