Choose HL-3260N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 1000 W
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 40 W
- Higher Standard Input Capacity: 1000 sheets
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-3260N & HP M212dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-3260N and M212dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-3260N | M212dw |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | — | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | — | 355.1 mm |
| Depth | — | 250 mm |
| Height | — | 205.45 mm |
| Weight | — | 5.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Power Consumption Printing | 1000 W | — |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 40 W | — |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-3260N | Laserjet M212dw |
| Product Series | HL Series | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome laser printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | W1340A/W1340X (North America, Australia, New Zealand); W1350A/W1350X (EEA, Switzerland, UK, Israel); W1360A/W1360X (other listed regions); W1370A/W1370X (China, India) |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | A3 | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | — | A4; A5; A6; B5 (JIS); Executive; Legal; Letter |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | — | 215.9 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | — | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | — | Envelopes; Labels; Plain paper |
| Standard Input Capacity | 1000 sheets | — |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 3100 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 500 sheets | — |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 32 ppm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 5 s | — |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Processor Speed | 200 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 16 MB | — |
| Maximum Memory | 272 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, PostScript 3, Epson FX-850, IBM ProPrinter XL, HP-GL | PCLm |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M212dw if you need:
- USB
- Higher Width: 355.1 mm
- Higher Depth: 250 mm
- Higher Height: 205.45 mm
What is the difference between HL-3260N and M212dw?
HL-3260N and M212dw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi).
The main differences: USB (HL-3260N: —, M212dw: Yes); Product Brand (HL-3260N: Brother, M212dw: HP); Product Model (HL-3260N: HL-3260N, M212dw: Laserjet M212dw); Product Series (HL-3260N: HL Series, M212dw: LaserJet M207-M212).
HL-3260N may suit users who need its differing values, while M212dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.