Choose HL-2460N if you need:
- Higher Black Print Speed A4: 25 ppm vs 22 ppm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-2460N & MFC-7840N
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-2460N and MFC-7840N within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-2460N | MFC-7840N |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 428 mm |
| Depth | — | 396 mm |
| Height | — | 304 mm |
| Weight | — | 10 kg |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 203 x 392 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 500 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-2460N | MFC-7840N |
| Product Series | HL Series | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | TN-2110, TN-2120 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 2600 pages |
| Drum Model | — | DR-2100 |
| Drum Yield | — | 12000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | — | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | — | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 69.9 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 406.4 mm |
| Supported Media Types | — | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Thick, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 161 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | — | 250 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 250 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | — | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | — | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 x 2400 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | — | 35 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 25 ppm | 22 ppm |
| Print Resolution | — | 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Standard Memory | — | 32 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 32 MB |
| Print Languages | — | PCL 6, BR-Script 3 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 22 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-7840N if you need:
- USB
- Ethernet
- Higher Width: 428 mm
- Higher Depth: 396 mm
What is the difference between HL-2460N and MFC-7840N?
HL-2460N and MFC-7840N share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Product Brand (Brother).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-2460N: Print, MFC-7840N: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-2460N: 25 ppm, MFC-7840N: 22 ppm).
HL-2460N may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-7840N benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.