Choose HL-3260N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 1000 W vs 375 W
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 40 W vs 0.8 W
- Higher Standard Input Capacity: 1000 sheets vs 150 sheets
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-3260N & HP LaserJet Pro M12w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-3260N and LaserJet Pro M12w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-3260N | LaserJet Pro M12w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | — | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 349 mm |
| Depth | — | 238 mm |
| Height | — | 196 mm |
| Weight | — | 5.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 1000 W | 375 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 40 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-3260N | LaserJet Pro M12w |
| Product Series | HL Series | LaserJet Pro M12 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | — | 1000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | A3 | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | — | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | — | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | — | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | — | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | — | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | — | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 1000 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 3100 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 500 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 32 ppm | 18 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 5 s | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 200 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 16 MB | 8 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 272 MB | 8 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, PostScript 3, Epson FX-850, IBM ProPrinter XL, HP-GL | Host-based printing |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M12w if you need:
- USB
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- Mobile Printing: HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart
What is the difference between HL-3260N and LaserJet Pro M12w?
HL-3260N and LaserJet Pro M12w share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), Product Type (Monochrome Laser Printer).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-3260N: 32 ppm, LaserJet Pro M12w: 18 ppm).
HL-3260N may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M12w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.