Choose 12/640ps if you need:
- Higher Width: 405 mm vs 398.8 mm
- Higher Depth: 424 mm vs 396.2 mm
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 26 W vs 7.2 W
- Higher Multipurpose Tray Capacity: 80 sheets vs 50 sheets
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Apple 12/640ps & Brother HL-L6400DWT
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models 12/640ps and HL-L6400DWT within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | 12/640ps | HL-L6400DWT |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| NFC | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 405 mm | 398.8 mm |
| Depth | 424 mm | 396.2 mm |
| Height | 242 mm | 419.1 mm |
| Weight | 14 kg | 17.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 103.5-126.5 / 198-264 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 390 W | 700 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 26 W | 7.2 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Apple | Brother |
| Product Model | 12/640ps | HL-L6400DWT |
| Product Series | LaserWriter | HL-L6400 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | TN-880 / TN-890 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 12000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 20000 pages |
| Drum Model | — | DR-890 |
| Drum Yield | — | 50000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, B5, Executive | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Textured, Colored, Transparency, Label, Envelope | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 190 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 330 sheets | 1090 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 830 sheets | 1610 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 80 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 12 ppm | 52 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 7.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 150000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | Up to 10000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 30 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 4 MB | 512 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 64 MB | — |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PostScript Level 2, PCL 5 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-L6400DWT if you need:
- USB
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- NFC
What is the difference between 12/640ps and HL-L6400DWT?
12/640ps and HL-L6400DWT share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (12/640ps: 12 ppm, HL-L6400DWT: 52 ppm); Print Resolution (12/640ps: 600 x 600 dpi, HL-L6400DWT: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
12/640ps may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-L6400DWT benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.