Choose HL-1260 if you need:
- Higher Height: 326.5 mm vs 275 mm
- Higher Weight: 15 kg vs 14.7 kg
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 16 W vs 12 W
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 90 mm vs 69.8 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-1260 & HL-1670N
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-1260 and HL-1670N within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-1260 | HL-1670N |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Security Features | — | Secure Print |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 371.6 mm | 406 mm |
| Depth | 393 mm | 424 mm |
| Height | 326.5 mm | 275 mm |
| Weight | 15 kg | 14.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 / 220-240 V | 110-120 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 290 W | 360 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 16 W | 12 W |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-1260 | HL-1670N |
| Product Series | HL | HL |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-9000 | TN-560 (US) / TN-7600 (EU) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 6500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 6500 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-6000 | DR-500 (US) / DR-7000 (EU) |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | 20000 pages |
| Fuser Life | — | 80000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 90 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 148 mm | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Transparency, Label, Envelope | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelope, Label, Transparency |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 135 g/m² | 161 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 650 sheets | 350 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1150 sheets | 600 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 12 ppm | 16 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 3.75 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 20 s | 15 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 20000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 60 s | 45 s |
| Processor Speed | 20 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Standard Memory | — | 16 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 66 MB | 144 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 5e, BR-Script 2, HP-GL, Epson FX-850, IBM Proprinter XL | PCL 6, PostScript 3, Epson FX-850, IBM Proprinter XL |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-1670N if you need:
- USB
- Ethernet
- Security Features: Secure Print
- Higher Width: 406 mm vs 371.6 mm
What is the difference between HL-1260 and HL-1670N?
HL-1260 and HL-1670N share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), Input Voltage (110-120 / 220-240 V).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-1260: 12 ppm, HL-1670N: 16 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-1260: 600 x 600 dpi, HL-1670N: 1200 x 600 dpi).
HL-1260 may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-1670N benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.