Choose HL-2040 if you need:
- Higher Width: 371 mm vs 349 mm
- Higher Depth: 361 mm vs 238 mm
- Higher Weight: 6.5 kg vs 5.2 kg
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 450 W vs 375 W
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-2040 & HP LaserJet Pro M12a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-2040 and LaserJet Pro M12a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-2040 | LaserJet Pro M12a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Not supported |
| Security Features | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 371 mm | 349 mm |
| Depth | 361 mm | 238 mm |
| Height | 165.5 mm | 196 mm |
| Weight | 6.5 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 110-120 / 220-240 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 450 W | 375 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 5 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-2040 | 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-2000 | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 1500 pages | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 2500 pages | 1000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-2000 | — |
| Drum Yield | 12000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Thick, Card Stock, 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 | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 20 ppm | 18 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 10 s | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 10000 pages/month | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | 18 s | — |
| Processor Speed | 96 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 8 MB | 8 MB |
| Internal Storage | 0 GB | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | Brother Printing System | Host-based printing |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M12a if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Not supported
- Higher Height: 196 mm vs 165.5 mm
- Warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.)
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 76.2 mm vs 69.9 mm
What is the difference between HL-2040 and LaserJet Pro M12a?
HL-2040 and LaserJet Pro M12a 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-2040: 20 ppm, LaserJet Pro M12a: 18 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-2040: 1200 x 600 dpi, LaserJet Pro M12a: 600 x 600 dpi).
HL-2040 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.