Choose LaserWriter 16/600 if you need:
- Higher Width: 424.2 mm vs 390 mm
- Higher Weight: 18.14 kg vs 15.3 kg
- Input Voltage: 100-120 V
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 390 W
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Apple LaserWriter 16/600 & Brother MFC-8380DN
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserWriter 16/600 and MFC-8380DN within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserWriter 16/600 | MFC-8380DN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Brother iPrint&Scan |
| Security Features | — | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 424.2 mm | 390 mm |
| Depth | 429.3 mm | 443 mm |
| Height | 307.3 mm | 442 mm |
| Weight | 18.14 kg | 15.3 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 100-120 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 390 W | — |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 26 W | — |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 203 x 392 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 500 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Apple | Brother |
| Product Model | LaserWriter 16/600 | MFC-8380DN |
| Product Series | LaserWriter | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | TN-3230, TN-3280 |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 8000 pages |
| Drum Model | — | DR-3200 |
| Drum Yield | — | 25000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, B5 | A4, Letter, B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6, A6, Executive, Legal, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 69.8 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 406.4 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Textured, Colored, Transparency, Label, Envelope | Plain, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 120 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 350 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 850 sheets | 550 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 x 2400 dpi |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | — | 20 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 16 ppm | 30 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 8.5 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 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 30 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-8380DN if you need:
- USB
- Mobile Printing: Brother iPrint&Scan
- Security Features: IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3
- Higher Depth: 443 mm vs 429.3 mm
What is the difference between LaserWriter 16/600 and MFC-8380DN?
LaserWriter 16/600 and MFC-8380DN share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Ethernet (Yes), Maximum Paper Size (Legal), Minimum Media Weight (60 g/m²).
The main differences: Printer Functions (LaserWriter 16/600: Print, MFC-8380DN: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (LaserWriter 16/600: 16 ppm, MFC-8380DN: 30 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserWriter 16/600: 600 x 600 dpi, MFC-8380DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (LaserWriter 16/600: —, MFC-8380DN: Yes).
LaserWriter 16/600 may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-8380DN benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.