Choose LaserWriter 16/600 if you need:
- Higher Width: 424.2 mm vs 421.8 mm
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 26 W vs 12 W
- Higher Internal Storage: 0 GB
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Apple LaserWriter 16/600 & Brother HL-8050N
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserWriter 16/600 and HL-8050N within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserWriter 16/600 | HL-8050N |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Security Features | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 424.2 mm | 421.8 mm |
| Depth | 429.3 mm | 465.4 mm |
| Height | 307.3 mm | 404.3 mm |
| Weight | 18.14 kg | 20.5 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 100-120 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 390 W | 593 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 26 W | 12 W |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Apple | Brother |
| Product Model | LaserWriter 16/600 | HL-8050N |
| Product Series | LaserWriter | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | TN-1700 |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 17000 pages |
| Fuser Life | — | 200000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, B5 | A4, A5, A6, B5 (ISO/JIS), B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, COM-10, Monarch, DL, C5 |
| 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, Bond, Recycled, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 120 g/m² | 216 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 350 sheets | 700 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 850 sheets | 1800 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 500 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 16 ppm | 34 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 9 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Processor Speed | 25 MHz | 300 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 8 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 576 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PostScript Level 2, PCL 5 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850, HP-GL |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-8050N if you need:
- USB
- Higher Depth: 465.4 mm vs 429.3 mm
- Higher Height: 404.3 mm vs 307.3 mm
- Higher Weight: 20.5 kg vs 18.14 kg
What is the difference between LaserWriter 16/600 and HL-8050N?
LaserWriter 16/600 and HL-8050N share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Ethernet (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (LaserWriter 16/600: 16 ppm, HL-8050N: 34 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserWriter 16/600: 600 x 600 dpi, HL-8050N: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
LaserWriter 16/600 may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-8050N benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.