Choose DCP-L5500DN if you need:
- Higher Width: 434.3 mm vs 373.4 mm
- Higher Depth: 426.7 mm vs 388.6 mm
- Higher Height: 485.1 mm vs 254 mm
- Higher Weight: 16.3 kg vs 10.7 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother DCP-L5500DN & HL-L5200DW
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models DCP-L5500DN and HL-L5200DW within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | DCP-L5500DN | HL-L5200DW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Security Features | Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec | Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 434.3 mm | 373.4 mm |
| Depth | 426.7 mm | 388.6 mm |
| Height | 485.1 mm | 254 mm |
| Weight | 16.3 kg | 10.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 630 W | 620 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 8.4 W | 6.7 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | DCP-L5500DN | HL-L5200DW |
| Product Series | DCP-L5000 Series | HL-L5000 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-820 / TN-850 | TN-820 / TN-850 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 2000 pages | 3000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 8000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-820 | DR-820 |
| Drum Yield | 30000 pages | 30000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 200 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1340 sheets | 1340 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | Flatbed + ADF | — |
| Optical Scan Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | — |
| Black Scan Speed | 24 ipm | — |
| Color Scan Speed | 20 ipm | — |
| ADF Capacity | 40 sheets | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 42 ppm | 42 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.5 s | 7.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 50000 pages/month | 50000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | Up to 3500 pages/month | Up to 3500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 256 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | 42 cpm | — |
| Copy Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | — |
| Maximum Copies | 99 copies | — |
| Copy Zoom Range | 25-400 % | — |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-L5200DW if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 3000 pages vs 2000 pages
What is the difference between DCP-L5500DN and HL-L5200DW?
DCP-L5500DN and HL-L5200DW share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Black Print Speed A4 (42 ppm), Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (DCP-L5500DN: Print, Scan, Copy, HL-L5200DW: Print).
DCP-L5500DN may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-L5200DW benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.