Choose MAXIFY GX2050 if you need:
- Automatic Duplex Printing: Yes
- Automatic Document Feeder: Yes
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Canon MAXIFY GX2050 & Epson L18050
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MAXIFY GX2050 and L18050 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MAXIFY GX2050 | L18050 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Canon | Epson |
| Product Family | MAXIFY MegaTank | EcoTank Photo |
| Canonical Model | MAXIFY GX2050 | L18050 |
| Launch Year | 2023 year | 2023 year |
| Printer Type | Colour ink-tank multifunction | Colour photo ink-tank printer |
| Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Colour Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Target Use | Small business / Workgroup | Photo / Creative |
| Merged Regional Aliases | Regional SKU suffixes merged | No regional aliases merged |
| Print Technology | Refillable business ink-tank inkjet | Micro Piezo inkjet |
| Print Head | Canon business inkjet head | Micro Piezo |
| Nozzle Configuration | — | 180 black; 180 per colour |
| Ink Colour Count | 4 colour | 6 colour |
| Ink Technology | All-pigment inks | Dye |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 600 x 1200 dpi | 5760 x 1440 dpi |
| ISO Black Speed | 15 ipm | 8 ipm |
| ISO Colour Speed | 10 ipm | 8 ipm |
| Draft Black Speed | — | 22 ppm |
| Draft Colour Speed | — | 22 ppm |
| Borderless Printing | — | Yes |
| Maximum Borderless Size | — | A3+ |
| 10x15 cm Photo Time | — | 13 sec |
| Minimum Droplet Size | — | 1.5 pl |
| Print Performance | ||
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 300-2500 page/month | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Maximum Paper Size | A4 / Legal | A3+ |
| 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 | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | — |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheet | — |
| Scan Copy Fax | ||
| Maximum Scan Size | A4 / Legal via ADF | — |
| Automatic Document Feeder | Yes | — |
| Copy Function | Yes | — |
| Fax Function | Yes | — |
| Fax | ||
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | — |
| 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 | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | — |
| Mopria | 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 | 108 |
| Replacement Black Yield | 6000 page | 3600 page |
| Replacement Colour Yield | 14000 page | 7200 page |
| Dimensions W x D x H | — | 523 x 369 x 150 mm |
| Operating Power | — | 19 W |
| Display | 6.9 cm colour touchscreen | — |
| User-replaceable Maintenance Box | Yes | Yes |
| Included Black Yield | — | 2600 page |
| Included Colour Yield | — | 5400 page |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Weight | — | 8 kg |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
What is the difference between MAXIFY GX2050 and L18050?
MAXIFY GX2050 and L18050 share specifications such as Wi-Fi (Yes), Launch Year (2023 year), Colour Printing (Yes), Form Factor (Desktop).
The main differences: Functions (MAXIFY GX2050: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax, L18050: Print); ISO Black Speed (MAXIFY GX2050: 15 ipm, L18050: 8 ipm); ISO Colour Speed (MAXIFY GX2050: 10 ipm, L18050: 8 ipm); Automatic Duplex Printing (MAXIFY GX2050: Yes, L18050: —).
MAXIFY GX2050 may suit users who need its differing values, while L18050 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.