Choose DCP-8040 if you need:
- Higher Width: 532 mm vs 390 mm
- Higher Depth: 444 mm vs 443 mm
- Higher Height: 469 mm vs 442 mm
- Higher Weight: 16.6 kg vs 15.5 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother DCP-8040 & MFC-8370DN
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models DCP-8040 and MFC-8370DN within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | DCP-8040 | MFC-8370DN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Brother iPrint&Scan |
| Security Features | Optional print-server access controls and Web-based management | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 532 mm | 390 mm |
| Depth | 444 mm | 443 mm |
| Height | 469 mm | 442 mm |
| Weight | 16.6 kg | 15.5 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | — |
| Power Consumption Printing | 450 W | — |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 14 W | — |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 203 x 392 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 500 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | DCP-8040 | MFC-8370DN |
| Product Series | DCP | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser All-in-One | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-3030 / TN-3060 | TN-3230, TN-3280 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 3500 pages | — |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6700 pages | 8000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3000 | DR-3200 |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | 25000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, A5, A6, B5, B6 | A4, Letter, B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6, A6, Executive, Legal, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 406.4 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Transparency, Label, Envelope, Thick | Plain, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 251 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 501 sheets | 550 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 | 600 x 2400 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 50 sheets | 20 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 20 ppm | 28 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 12 s | 8.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Warm-up Time | 18 s | — |
| Processor Speed | — | 300 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 160 MB | 576 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | GDI, PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 20 cpm | 28 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 MFC-8370DN if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Brother iPrint&Scan
- Fax
- Higher Fax Modem Speed: 33.6 kbps
- Fax Resolution: 203 x 392 dpi
What is the difference between DCP-8040 and MFC-8370DN?
DCP-8040 and MFC-8370DN share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes), Product Brand (Brother).
The main differences: Printer Functions (DCP-8040: Print, Scan, Copy, MFC-8370DN: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (DCP-8040: 20 ppm, MFC-8370DN: 28 ppm); Print Resolution (DCP-8040: 2400 x 600 dpi, MFC-8370DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (DCP-8040: —, MFC-8370DN: Yes).
DCP-8040 may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-8370DN benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.