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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Canon MAXIFY GX4050 & Epson ET-5880
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models MAXIFY GX4050 and ET-5880 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | MAXIFY GX4050 | ET-5880 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| General | ||
| Brand | Canon | Epson |
| Product Family | MAXIFY MegaTank | EcoTank |
| Canonical Model | MAXIFY GX4050 | ET-5880 |
| Launch Year | 2022 year | 2020 year |
| Printer Type | Colour ink-tank multifunction | Colour multifunction ink tank printer |
| Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax |
| Colour Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Target Use | Small business / Workgroup | Workgroup |
| Merged Regional Aliases | Regional SKU suffixes merged | None in supplied list |
| Print Technology | Refillable business ink-tank inkjet | Inkjet (refillable ink tank) |
| Print Head | Canon business inkjet head | PrecisionCore printhead |
| Nozzle Configuration | — | 800 black nozzles; 800 nozzles per colour |
| Ink Colour Count | 4 colour | 4 colour |
| Ink Technology | All-pigment inks | DURABrite ET pigment ink |
| Maximum Print Resolution | 600 x 1200 dpi | 4800 x 1200 dpi |
| ISO Black Speed | 18 ipm | 25 ipm |
| ISO Colour Speed | 13 ipm | 25 ipm |
| First Page Out Colour | — | 5.5 sec |
| Borderless Printing | — | Yes |
| Maximum Borderless Size | — | A4 |
| Minimum Droplet Size | — | 3.8 pl |
| Print Performance | ||
| First Page Out Black | — | 5.5 sec |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | 300-2500 page/month | 200-3300 page/month |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Maximum Paper Size | A4 / Legal | Legal |
| Standard Input Capacity | 350 sheet | 250 sheet |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 0 sheet | 0 sheet |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheet | 125 sheet |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | CIS flatbed + ADF | Contact Image Sensor (CIS) |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 2400 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 35 sheet | 50 sheet |
| Scan Copy Fax | ||
| Maximum Scan Size | A4 / Legal via ADF | A4 |
| Mono Scan Speed | — | 10 (flatbed) sec/page |
| Colour Scan Speed | — | 10 (flatbed) sec/page |
| Automatic Document Feeder | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| Copy Function | Yes | Yes |
| Colour Copy Speed | — | 10 ipm |
| Fax Function | Yes | Yes |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 23 ipm |
| Fax | ||
| Fax Modem Speed | 33.6 kbps | 33.6 kbps |
| Paper | ||
| Rear Feed Capacity | 100 sheet | 50 sheet |
| Front Cassette Count | 1 tray | 2 tray |
| Media Types | Plain, glossy, semi-gloss, matte, envelopes | Plain paper; Envelopes |
| Media Weight Range | 64-275 g/m2 | 64-255 g/m2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | 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; Windows Server |
| Email or Cloud Print | Yes | Yes |
| Ink Operations | ||
| Ink Bottle Series | GI-56 | 113 |
| Replacement Black Yield | 6000 page | 7500 page |
| Replacement Colour Yield | 14000 page | 6000 page |
| Dimensions W x D x H | — | 425 x 500 x 350 mm |
| Operating Power | — | 19 W |
| Display | 6.9 cm colour touchscreen | Colour, touchscreen, 10,9 cm |
| User-replaceable Maintenance Box | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Weight | — | 17.8 kg |
What is the difference between MAXIFY GX4050 and ET-5880?
MAXIFY GX4050 and ET-5880 share specifications such as Functions (Print, Scan, Copy, Fax), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), Automatic Document Feeder (Yes), Wi-Fi (Yes).
The main differences: ISO Black Speed (MAXIFY GX4050: 18 ipm, ET-5880: 25 ipm); ISO Colour Speed (MAXIFY GX4050: 13 ipm, ET-5880: 25 ipm).
MAXIFY GX4050 may suit users who need its differing values, while ET-5880 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.