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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models

⁦Compare Brother HL-820 & HP LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn⁩

A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-820 and LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn within the same category.

Reference model ⁦Brother HL-820⁩

⁦HL-820⁩

Brother

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Reference model ⁦HP LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn⁩

⁦LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn⁩

HP

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Specifications

Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models

Specification ⁦HL-820⁩ ⁦LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn⁩
Price Not for sale Not for sale
Connectivity
USB — 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 — ⁦403.9 mm⁩
Depth — ⁦406.4 mm⁩
Height — ⁦312.4 mm⁩
Weight — ⁦9.4 kg⁩
Power & Warranty
Input Voltage — ⁦110-127 V⁩
Power Consumption Printing — ⁦475 W⁩
Power Consumption Sleep — ⁦1 W⁩
Warranty — ⁦1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.)⁩
General
Product Brand Brother HP
Product Model ⁦HL-820⁩ ⁦LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn⁩
Product Series — ⁦LaserJet Pro MFP M227 Series⁩
Product Type Monochrome Laser Printer Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer
Printer Functions Print Print, Scan, Copy
Print Technology Laser Laser
Consumables
Black Toner Model — ⁦HP 30A / 30X (CF230A / CF230X)⁩
Included Black Toner Yield — ⁦1600 pages⁩
Replacement Black Toner Yield — ⁦3500 pages⁩
Drum Model — ⁦HP 32A (CF232A)⁩
Drum Yield — ⁦23000 pages⁩
Paper & Printing
Maximum Paper Size — Legal
Supported Paper Sizes — ⁦Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL⁩
Minimum Custom Media Width — ⁦76.2 mm⁩
Maximum Custom Media Width — ⁦215.9 mm⁩
Minimum Custom Media Length — ⁦127 mm⁩
Maximum Custom Media Length — ⁦355.6 mm⁩
Supported Media Types — Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard
Minimum Media Weight — ⁦60 g/m²⁩
Maximum Media Weight — ⁦163 g/m²⁩
Standard Input Capacity — ⁦260 sheets⁩
Maximum Input Capacity — ⁦260 sheets⁩
Multipurpose Tray Capacity — ⁦10 sheets⁩
Output Capacity — ⁦150 sheets⁩
Automatic Duplex Printing — Yes
Scanning
Scanner Type — Flatbed + ADF
Optical Scan Resolution — ⁦1200 x 1200 dpi⁩
Black Scan Speed — ⁦15 ipm⁩
Color Scan Speed — ⁦8 ipm⁩
ADF Capacity — ⁦35 sheets⁩
Print Performance
Black Print Speed A4 — ⁦28 ppm⁩
Black Duplex Print Speed — ⁦18 ipm⁩
First Page Out Black — ⁦6.4 s⁩
Print Resolution — ⁦600 x 600 dpi⁩
Monthly Duty Cycle — ⁦30000 pages/month⁩
Recommended Monthly Volume — ⁦250-2500 pages/month⁩
Processor Speed — ⁦800 MHz⁩
Standard Memory — ⁦256 MB⁩
Maximum Memory — ⁦256 MB⁩
Internal Storage — ⁦0 GB⁩
Print Languages — ⁦PCL 5c, PCL 6, PostScript 3, PCLm, PDF, URF, PWG⁩
Copying
Black Copy Speed — ⁦28 cpm⁩
Copy Resolution — ⁦600 x 600 dpi⁩
Maximum Copies — ⁦99 copies⁩
Copy Zoom Range — 25-400 %

Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?

Choose LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn if you need:

  • USB
  • Ethernet
  • Mobile Printing: HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart
  • Apple AirPrint

Overall, choosing between HL-820 and LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn depends on your use case and which specs matter most. They share Print Technology (Laser). They differ mainly on USB. Review the differences above, choose by your priorities, and confirm availability before buying.

What is the difference between HL-820 and LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn?

HL-820 and LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser).

The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-820: Print, LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn: Print, Scan, Copy); Automatic Duplex Printing (HL-820: —, LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn: Yes).

HL-820 may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro MFP M227sdn benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.