Choose HL-1660e if you need:
- Higher Depth: 393 mm vs 388.6 mm
- Higher Height: 326.5 mm vs 254 mm
- Higher Weight: 15 kg vs 10.7 kg
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 16 W vs 6.7 W
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-1660e & HL-L5100DN
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-1660e and HL-L5100DN within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-1660e | HL-L5100DN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Secure Function Lock, 802.1X, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 371.6 mm | 373.4 mm |
| Depth | 393 mm | 388.6 mm |
| Height | 326.5 mm | 254 mm |
| Weight | 15 kg | 10.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 / 220-240 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 340 W | 620 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 16 W | 6.7 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-1660e | HL-L5100DN |
| Product Series | HL | HL-L5000 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-9000 | TN-820 / TN-850 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 9000 pages | 3000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 9000 pages | 8000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-6000 | DR-820 |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | 30000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 90 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 148 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Transparency, Label, Envelope | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 135 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 650 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1150 sheets | 1340 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 150 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 16 ppm | 42 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 16 s | 7.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 50000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | Up to 3500 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 60 s | — |
| Processor Speed | 100 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 8 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 72 MB | — |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, PCL 5e, BR-Script 2, HP-GL, Epson FX-850, IBM Proprinter XL | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-L5100DN if you need:
- Ethernet
- Mobile Printing: AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
What is the difference between HL-1660e and HL-L5100DN?
HL-1660e and HL-L5100DN share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-1660e: 16 ppm, HL-L5100DN: 42 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-1660e: 600 x 600 dpi, HL-L5100DN: 1200 x 1200 dpi).
HL-1660e may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-L5100DN benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.