Choose HL-6050 if you need:
- Higher Width: 400 mm vs 390 mm
- Higher Weight: 20.3 kg vs 15.5 kg
- Higher Power Consumption Printing: 600 W
- Higher Power Consumption Sleep: 8 W
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-6050 & MFC-8370DN
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-6050 and MFC-8370DN within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-6050 | MFC-8370DN |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | — | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | — | Brother iPrint&Scan |
| Security Features | — | IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3 |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 400 mm | 390 mm |
| Depth | 425 mm | 443 mm |
| Height | 310 mm | 442 mm |
| Weight | 20.3 kg | 15.5 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Power Consumption Printing | 600 W | — |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 8 W | — |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | 203 x 392 dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | 500 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-6050 | MFC-8370DN |
| Product Series | HL Series | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser/LED Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser/LED | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | — | TN-3230, TN-3280 |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 7500 pages | 8000 pages |
| Drum Model | — | DR-3200 |
| Drum Yield | 30000 pages | 25000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | A4 | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, Letter, B5 ISO, A5, B6 ISO, A6, Executive, Legal | A4, Letter, B5 (ISO), A5, A5 Long Edge, B6, A6, Executive, Legal, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 69.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 116 mm | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 406.4 mm | 406.4 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Bond, Recycled, Transparency, Envelope, Label | Plain, Thin, Thick, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 161 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 600 sheets | 300 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1100 sheets | 550 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 100 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | — | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 600 x 2400 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | — | 20 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 24 ppm | 28 ppm |
| First Page Out Black | 11 s | 8.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Processor Speed | 200 MHz | 300 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 32 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 160 MB | 576 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 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 28 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-8370DN if you need:
- Ethernet
- Mobile Printing: Brother iPrint&Scan
- Security Features: IPPS, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, SMTP-AUTH, SNMPv3
- Higher Depth: 443 mm vs 425 mm
What is the difference between HL-6050 and MFC-8370DN?
HL-6050 and MFC-8370DN share specifications such as Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), USB (Yes), Product Brand (Brother), Minimum Custom Media Length (116 mm).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-6050: Print, MFC-8370DN: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Print Technology (HL-6050: Laser/LED, MFC-8370DN: Laser); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-6050: 24 ppm, MFC-8370DN: 28 ppm); Automatic Duplex Printing (HL-6050: —, MFC-8370DN: Yes).
HL-6050 may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-8370DN benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.