Choose HL-L6300DW if you need:
- Ethernet
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- NFC
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-L6300DW & MFC-8220
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-L6300DW and MFC-8220 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-L6300DW | MFC-8220 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | — |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | — |
| NFC | Yes | — |
| Mobile Printing | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC | — |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | — |
| Mopria | Yes | — |
| Security Features | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec | — |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 398.8 mm | 431 mm |
| Depth | 396.2 mm | 451 mm |
| Height | 287 mm | 335 mm |
| Weight | 13.2 kg | 11.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 670 W | — |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 6.7 W | — |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) | — |
| 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-L6300DW | MFC-8220 |
| Product Series | HL-L6000 Series | — |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Printer Functions | Print, Scan, Copy, Fax | |
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-820 / TN-850 / TN-880 | TN-540, TN-570 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | — |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 12000 pages | 6700 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-820 | DR-500 |
| Drum Yield | 30000 pages | 20000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | A4, A5, B5, Executive, Legal, Letter, Envelopes |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 69.9 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 116 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 406.4 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes | Plain, Recycled, Bond, Envelopes, Labels, Transparencies |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 200 g/m² | 161 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 570 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1610 sheets | 500 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 1 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | ADF-only |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 300 x 600 dpi |
| ADF Capacity | — | 30 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 48 ppm | 20 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 24 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 7.5 s | — |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 2400 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 125000 pages/month | — |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | Up to 7500 pages/month | — |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | — |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 32 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 256 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS | GDI, PCL 6, BR-Script 3 |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 20 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 300 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-8220 if you need:
- Higher Width: 431 mm vs 398.8 mm
- Higher Depth: 451 mm vs 396.2 mm
- Higher Height: 335 mm vs 287 mm
- Fax
What is the difference between HL-L6300DW and MFC-8220?
HL-L6300DW and MFC-8220 share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Input Voltage (120 V), Product Brand (Brother).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-L6300DW: Print, MFC-8220: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-L6300DW: 48 ppm, MFC-8220: 20 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-L6300DW: 1200 x 1200 dpi, MFC-8220: 2400 x 600 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (HL-L6300DW: Yes, MFC-8220: —).
HL-L6300DW may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-8220 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.