Choose HL-1270N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Depth: 429 mm vs 247.3 mm
- Higher Height: 235 mm vs 190.6 mm
- Higher Weight: 9.3 kg vs 4.7 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-1270N & HP M104a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-1270N and M104a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-1270N | M104a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | — | None (native mobile printing) |
| Security Features | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 360 mm | 364.7 mm |
| Depth | 429 mm | 247.3 mm |
| Height | 235 mm | 190.6 mm |
| Weight | 9.3 kg | 4.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 / 220-240 V | 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 340 W | 380 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 12 W | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-1270N | LaserJet M104a |
| Product Series | HL | LaserJet Pro |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-430 / TN-460 | CF218A |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 3000 pages | 1400 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6000 pages | 1400 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-400 | CF219A |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | 12000 pages |
| Fuser Life | 50000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | 216 x 356 mm (custom) |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| 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 | 356 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelope, Label, Transparency | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Photo paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Rough paper, Vellum |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 500 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 12 ppm | 22 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 15 s | 7.3 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 10000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 150-1500 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 45 s | — |
| Processor Speed | 66 MHz | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 4 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 36 MB | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, PostScript 2, Epson FX-850, IBM Proprinter XL | PCLmS, PWG, URF |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M104a if you need:
- Mobile Printing: None (native mobile printing)
- Higher Width: 364.7 mm vs 360 mm
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 380 W vs 340 W
- Warranty: One-year limited warranty
What is the difference between HL-1270N and M104a?
HL-1270N and M104a share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-1270N: 12 ppm, M104a: 22 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-1270N: 1200 x 600 dpi, M104a: 600 x 600 dpi).
HL-1270N may suit users who need its differing values, while M104a benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.