Choose HL-3260N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 1000 W vs 460 W
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 40 W vs 5 W
- Maximum Paper Size: A3
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-3260N & HL-5150D
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-3260N and HL-5150D within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-3260N | HL-5150D |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Power Consumption Printing | 1000 W | 460 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 40 W | 5 W |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-3260N | HL-5150D |
| Product Series | HL Series | HL Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | TN-3060 |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 6700 pages |
| Drum Model | — | DR-3000 |
| Drum Yield | — | 20000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | A3 | — |
| Supported Paper Sizes | — | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter |
| 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, Bond, Recycled, Transparency, Envelope, Label |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 161 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 1000 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 3100 sheets | 550 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 500 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 32 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | — | 9 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 5 s | 10 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Processor Speed | 200 MHz | 133 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 16 MB | 16 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 272 MB | 144 MB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, PostScript 3, Epson FX-850, IBM ProPrinter XL, HP-GL | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM ProPrinter XL, Epson FX-850 |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-5150D if you need:
- USB
- Black Toner Model: TN-3060
- Higher Replacement Black Toner Yield: 6700 pages
- Drum Model: DR-3000
What is the difference between HL-3260N and HL-5150D?
HL-3260N and HL-5150D share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Product Brand (Brother), Product Series (HL Series).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-3260N: 32 ppm, HL-5150D: 20 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-3260N: 600 x 600 dpi, HL-5150D: 2400 x 600 dpi).
HL-3260N may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-5150D benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.