Choose DCP-8080DN if you need:
- Higher Width: 531 mm vs 441 mm
- Higher Depth: 451 mm vs 343 mm
- Higher Height: 475 mm vs 373 mm
- Higher Weight: 18.1 kg vs 11.7 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother DCP-8080DN & HP M1536dnf
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models DCP-8080DN and M1536dnf within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | DCP-8080DN | M1536dnf |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Apple AirPrint; HP ePrint |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Security Features | SSL/TLS, Secure Function Lock, Web-based management, IPv4/IPv6 | Embedded Web Server; fax PIN access control |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 531 mm | 441 mm |
| Depth | 451 mm | 343 mm |
| Height | 475 mm | 373 mm |
| Weight | 18.1 kg | 11.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 V | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 680 W | 445 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 16 W | 4.7 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 300 x 300 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 400 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | DCP-8080DN | LaserJet M1536dnf MFP |
| Product Series | DCP | LaserJet Pro M1530 |
| 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-620 / TN-650 | CE278A (78A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 3000 pages | — |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 2100 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-620 | — |
| Drum Yield | 25000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Folio | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); C5; DL; Executive; Legal; Letter |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Thin, Plain, Bond, Recycled, Thick, Transparency, Label, Envelope | Envelopes; Heavy paper; Labels; Letterhead; Light paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Preprinted paper; Prepunched paper; Recycled paper; Rough paper; Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 260 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 550 sheets | 260 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | Flatbed; ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 600 x 2400 dpi | 1200 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 15 ipm |
| ADF Capacity | 50 sheets | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 30 ppm | 25 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 14 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 8.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 8000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 500-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 18 s | — |
| Processor Speed | 300 MHz | 500 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 64 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 576 MB | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM ProPrinter XL, Epson FX-850 | PCL 5; PCL 6; PostScript |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 30 cpm | 25 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M1536dnf if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Apple AirPrint; HP ePrint
- Apple AirPrint
- Warranty: One-year limited warranty
- Fax
What is the difference between DCP-8080DN and M1536dnf?
DCP-8080DN and M1536dnf share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes), Ethernet (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (DCP-8080DN: Print, Scan, Copy, M1536dnf: Print; Scan; Copy; Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (DCP-8080DN: 30 ppm, M1536dnf: 25 ppm); Print Resolution (DCP-8080DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi, M1536dnf: 600 x 600 dpi).
DCP-8080DN may suit users who need its differing values, while M1536dnf benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.