Choose HL-5030 if you need:
- Higher Width: 382 mm vs 364.7 mm
- Higher Depth: 383 mm vs 247.3 mm
- Higher Height: 252 mm vs 190.6 mm
- Higher Weight: 10.5 kg vs 4.7 kg
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-5030 & HP LaserJet Pro M102a
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-5030 and LaserJet Pro M102a within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-5030 | LaserJet Pro M102a |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Not supported |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 382 mm | 364.7 mm |
| Depth | 383 mm | 247.3 mm |
| Height | 252 mm | 190.6 mm |
| Weight | 10.5 kg | 4.7 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 460 W | 380 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 5 W | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | — | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-5030 | LaserJet Pro M102a |
| Product Series | HL Series | LaserJet Pro M100 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-3060 | HP 17A (CF217A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 700 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6500 pages | 1600 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3000 | HP 19A (CF219A) |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | 12000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | — | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 216 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 356 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelope, Label, Transparency | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 250 sheets | 160 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | — | 160 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 1 sheets | 10 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 16 ppm | 22 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 12 s | 7.3 s |
| Print Resolution | 600 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 10000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 150-1500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 133 MHz | 600 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 4 MB | 128 MB |
| Maximum Memory | — | 128 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | — | PCLmS, URF, PWG |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M102a if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Not supported
- Input Voltage: 110-127 V
- Warranty: 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.)
- Higher Included Black Toner Yield: 700 pages
What is the difference between HL-5030 and LaserJet Pro M102a?
HL-5030 and LaserJet Pro M102a share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (600 x 600 dpi), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-5030: 16 ppm, LaserJet Pro M102a: 22 ppm).
HL-5030 may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M102a benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.