Choose HL-1870N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Security Features: Secure Print
- Higher Width: 425 mm vs 349 mm
- Higher Depth: 424 mm vs 238 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-1870N & HP LaserJet Pro M12a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-1870N and LaserJet Pro M12a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-1870N | LaserJet Pro M12a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | — | Not supported |
| Security Features | Secure Print | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 425 mm | 349 mm |
| Depth | 424 mm | 238 mm |
| Height | 275 mm | 196 mm |
| Weight | 14.7 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 / 220-240 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 410 W | 375 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 10 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-1870N | LaserJet Pro M12a |
| Product Series | HL | LaserJet Pro M12 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-560 (US) / TN-7600 (EU) | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 6500 pages | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6500 pages | 1000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-500 (US) / DR-7000 (EU) | — |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | — |
| Fuser Life | 80000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelope, Label, Transparency | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 350 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 600 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 18 ppm | 18 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 8.5 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 12 s | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 45 s | — |
| Processor Speed | 100 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 8 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 144 MB | 8 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, Epson FX-850, IBM Proprinter XL | Host-based printing |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M12a if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Not supported
- Warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.)
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm vs 69.8 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Length: 127 mm vs 116 mm
What is the difference between HL-1870N and LaserJet Pro M12a?
HL-1870N and LaserJet Pro M12a share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Black Print Speed A4 (18 ppm), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Print Resolution (HL-1870N: 1200 x 600 dpi, LaserJet Pro M12a: 600 x 600 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (HL-1870N: Yes, LaserJet Pro M12a: —).
HL-1870N may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M12a benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.