Choose HL-5270DN if you need:
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 8 W vs 6.5 W
- Black Toner Model: TN-3170
- Drum Model: DR-3100
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 216 mm vs 215.9 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-5270DN & HL-L6250DN
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-5270DN and HL-L6250DN within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-5270DN | HL-L6250DN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Brother iPrint&Scan, Apple AirPrint, Mopria |
| Apple AirPrint | — | Yes |
| Mopria | — | Yes |
| Security Features | — | SMTP-AUTH, SSL/TLS, IPPS, HTTPS, SNMPv3, 802.1x, Kerberos, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 371 mm | 373 mm |
| Depth | 384 mm | 388 mm |
| Height | 246 mm | 287 mm |
| Weight | 9.5 kg | 12.4 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Power Consumption Printing | 610 W | 740 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 8 W | 6.5 W |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-5270DN | HL-L6250DN |
| Product Series | HL Series | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser/LED Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser/LED | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-3170 | — |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 3500 pages | 12000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 7000 pages | 12000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-3100 | — |
| Drum Yield | 25000 pages | 30000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | — | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Executive, Legal, Letter | A4, Letter, A5, A5 Long Edge, A6, Executive, Legal, Folio, Mexico Legal, India Legal |
| 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 | 406.4 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Bond, Recycled, Envelope, Label, Transparency | Plain, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Letterhead, Colored, Envelopes, Labels |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 163 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 300 sheets | 570 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 800 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 150 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 28 ppm | 46 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 13 ipm | 24 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 8.5 s | 7.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | — | 100000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | — | Up to 5000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 266 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 256 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 544 MB | 256 MB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM ProPrinter XL, Epson FX-850 | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, IBM Proprinter XL, Epson FX-850, PDF 1.7, XPS 1.0 |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-L6250DN if you need:
- Mobile Printing: Brother iPrint&Scan, Apple AirPrint, Mopria
- Apple AirPrint
- Mopria
- Security Features: SMTP-AUTH, SSL/TLS, IPPS, HTTPS, SNMPv3, 802.1x, Kerberos, IPsec
What is the difference between HL-5270DN and HL-L6250DN?
HL-5270DN and HL-L6250DN share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Print Technology (HL-5270DN: Laser/LED, HL-L6250DN: Laser); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-5270DN: 28 ppm, HL-L6250DN: 46 ppm).
HL-5270DN may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-L6250DN benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.