Choose DCP-8040 if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: Optional print-server access controls and Web-based management
- Higher Width: 532 mm vs 420 mm
- Higher Depth: 444 mm vs 266 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother DCP-8040 & HP LaserJet Pro MFP M26a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models DCP-8040 and LaserJet Pro MFP M26a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | DCP-8040 | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | — | Not supported |
| Security Features | Optional print-server access controls and Web-based management | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 532 mm | 420 mm |
| Depth | 444 mm | 266 mm |
| Height | 469 mm | 254 mm |
| Weight | 16.6 kg | 8 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 220-240 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 450 W | 310 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 14 W | 1.1 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | DCP-8040 | LaserJet Pro MFP M26a |
| Product Series | DCP | LaserJet Pro MFP M26 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 | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 3500 pages | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6700 pages | 1000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3000 | — |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, A5, A6, B5, B6 | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| 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 | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 251 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 501 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 20 ppm | 18 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 12 s | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 18 s | — |
| Processor Speed | — | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 160 MB | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | GDI, PCL 6, BR-Script 3 | Host-based printing |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 20 cpm | 18 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 600 x 400 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M26a if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Not supported
- Warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.)
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm vs 69.9 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Length: 127 mm vs 116 mm
What is the difference between DCP-8040 and LaserJet Pro MFP M26a?
DCP-8040 and LaserJet Pro MFP M26a share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print, Scan, Copy), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Maximum Paper Size (Legal).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (DCP-8040: 20 ppm, LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 18 ppm); Print Resolution (DCP-8040: 2400 x 600 dpi, LaserJet Pro MFP M26a: 600 x 600 dpi).
DCP-8040 may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro MFP M26a benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.