Choose DCP-8040 if you need:
- Higher Width: 532 mm vs 434.3 mm
- Higher Depth: 444 mm vs 426.7 mm
- Higher Weight: 16.6 kg vs 16.3 kg
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 14 W vs 8.4 W
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother DCP-8040 & DCP-L5500DN
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models DCP-8040 and DCP-L5500DN within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | DCP-8040 | DCP-L5500DN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | Optional print-server access controls and Web-based management | Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 532 mm | 434.3 mm |
| Depth | 444 mm | 426.7 mm |
| Height | 469 mm | 485.1 mm |
| Weight | 16.6 kg | 16.3 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 450 W | 630 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 14 W | 8.4 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | DCP-8040 | DCP-L5500DN |
| Product Series | DCP | DCP-L5000 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser All-in-One | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-3030 / TN-3060 | TN-820 / TN-850 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 3500 pages | 2000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6700 pages | 8000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3000 | DR-820 |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | 30000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, A5, A6, B5, B6 | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Transparency, Label, Envelope, Thick | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 251 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 501 sheets | 1340 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 24 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 20 ipm |
| ADF Capacity | 50 sheets | 40 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 20 ppm | 42 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 12 s | 7.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 50000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | Up to 3500 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 18 s | — |
| Processor Speed | — | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 160 MB | 256 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | GDI, PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 20 cpm | 42 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose DCP-L5500DN if you need:
- Mobile Printing: AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Higher Height: 485.1 mm vs 469 mm
What is the difference between DCP-8040 and DCP-L5500DN?
DCP-8040 and DCP-L5500DN share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print, Scan, Copy), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (DCP-8040: 20 ppm, DCP-L5500DN: 42 ppm); Print Resolution (DCP-8040: 2400 x 600 dpi, DCP-L5500DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (DCP-8040: —, DCP-L5500DN: Yes).
DCP-8040 may suit users who need its differing values, while DCP-L5500DN benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.