Choose LaserWriter Pro 630 if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Width: 426.7 mm vs 371 mm
- Higher Depth: 429.3 mm vs 361 mm
- Higher Height: 307.3 mm vs 165.5 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Apple LaserWriter Pro 630 & Brother HL-2030
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models LaserWriter Pro 630 and HL-2030 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | LaserWriter Pro 630 | HL-2030 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Security Features | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 426.7 mm | 371 mm |
| Depth | 429.3 mm | 361 mm |
| Height | 307.3 mm | 165.5 mm |
| Weight | 17.69 kg | 6.5 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 90-110 V | 110-120 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | — | 450 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | — | 5 W |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Apple | Brother |
| Product Model | LaserWriter Pro 630 | HL-2030 |
| Product Series | LaserWriter Pro | HL |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | TN-2000 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 2500 pages |
| Drum Model | — | DR-2000 |
| Drum Yield | — | 12000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, A4, B5, Executive | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 69.9 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 406.4 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Colored, Transparency, Label, Envelope | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Thick, Card Stock, Envelope, Label, Transparency |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 135 g/m² | 161 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 350 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 850 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 8 ppm | 16 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | — | 10 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 10000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 18 s |
| Processor Speed | 25 MHz | 96 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 32 MB | 8 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PostScript Level 2, PCL 4+ | Brother Printing System |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-2030 if you need:
- USB
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 450 W
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 5 W
- Black Toner Model: TN-2000
What is the difference between LaserWriter Pro 630 and HL-2030?
LaserWriter Pro 630 and HL-2030 share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer), Maximum Paper Size (Legal).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (LaserWriter Pro 630: 8 ppm, HL-2030: 16 ppm); Print Resolution (LaserWriter Pro 630: 600 x 600 dpi, HL-2030: 1200 x 600 dpi).
LaserWriter Pro 630 may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-2030 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.