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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-5150D and LaserJet Pro M203dn within the same category.
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-5150D | LaserJet Pro M203dn |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | 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 | — | 370.8 mm |
| Depth | — | 406.4 mm |
| Height | — | 223.5 mm |
| Weight | — | 6.9 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | — | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 460 W | 480 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-5150D | LaserJet Pro M203dn |
| Product Series | HL Series | LaserJet Pro M200 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-3060 | HP 30A / 30X (CF230A / CF230X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | — | 1000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 6700 pages | 3500 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3000 | HP 32A (CF232A) |
| Drum Yield | 20000 pages | 23000 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 | 69.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Transparency, Envelope, Label | 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 | 300 sheets | 260 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 550 sheets | 260 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 10 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 20 ppm | 28 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 9 ipm | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 10 s | 6.4 s |
| Print Resolution | 2400 x 600 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 30000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | 250-2500 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 133 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 16 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 144 MB | 256 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM ProPrinter XL, Epson FX-850 | PCL 5c, PCL 6, PostScript 3, PCLm, PDF, URF, PWG |
HL-5150D and LaserJet Pro M203dn share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-5150D: 20 ppm, LaserJet Pro M203dn: 28 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-5150D: 2400 x 600 dpi, LaserJet Pro M203dn: 600 x 600 dpi).
HL-5150D may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M203dn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.
