Choose HL-3260N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 1000 W vs 230 W
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 40 W vs 7 W
- Higher Standard Input Capacity: 1000 sheets vs 160 sheets
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-3260N & HP M1005
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-3260N and M1005 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-3260N | M1005 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 437 mm |
| Depth | — | 363 mm |
| Height | — | 308 mm |
| Weight | — | 8.5 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 1000 W | 230 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 40 W | 7 W |
| Warranty | — | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-3260N | LaserJet M1005 MFP |
| Product Series | HL Series | LaserJet |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | Q2612A |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 2000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | A3 | 216 x 356 mm (custom) |
| Supported Paper Sizes | — | A4, A5, B5, C5, C6, DL, Postcard |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 76 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | — | Cardstock, Envelopes, Labels, Laser paper, Plain paper, Postcards, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 42 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 260 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 1000 sheets | 160 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 3100 sheets | 160 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 500 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 1200 dpi |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 32 ppm | 14 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 5 s | 10 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 250-2000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 200 MHz | 230 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 16 MB | 32 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 272 MB | 32 MB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, PostScript 3, Epson FX-850, IBM ProPrinter XL, HP-GL | Host-based |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 14 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M1005 if you need:
- USB
- Higher Width: 437 mm
- Higher Depth: 363 mm
- Higher Height: 308 mm
What is the difference between HL-3260N and M1005?
HL-3260N and M1005 share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-3260N: Print, M1005: Print, Scan, Copy); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-3260N: 32 ppm, M1005: 14 ppm).
HL-3260N may suit users who need its differing values, while M1005 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.