Choose HL-6050 if you need:
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Length: 406.4 mm vs 356 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-6050 & HL-7050N
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-6050 and HL-7050N within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-6050 | HL-7050N |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 400 mm | 485 mm |
| Depth | 425 mm | 480 mm |
| Height | 310 mm | 421 mm |
| Weight | 20.3 kg | 24.3 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Power Consumption Printing | 600 W | 690 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 8 W | 16 W |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-6050 | HL-7050N |
| Product Series | HL Series | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser/LED Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser/LED | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 7500 pages | 12000 pages |
| Drum Yield | 30000 pages | 40000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | A4 | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, B5 ISO, A5, B6 ISO, A6, Executive, Legal | A4, A5, A6, B5 (ISO/JIS), B6, Executive, Legal, Letter |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 148 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Transparency, Envelope, Label | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 199 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 600 sheets | 600 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1100 sheets | 2100 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 500 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 24 ppm | 28 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 11 s | 11 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Processor Speed | 200 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 160 MB | 288 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, HP-GL |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose HL-7050N if you need:
- Ethernet
- Higher Width: 485 mm vs 400 mm
- Higher Depth: 480 mm vs 425 mm
- Higher Height: 421 mm vs 310 mm
What is the difference between HL-6050 and HL-7050N?
HL-6050 and HL-7050N share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), USB (Yes), Product Brand (Brother).
The main differences: Print Technology (HL-6050: Laser/LED, HL-7050N: Laser); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-6050: 24 ppm, HL-7050N: 28 ppm).
HL-6050 may suit users who need its differing values, while HL-7050N benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.