Choose HL-L6300DW if you need:
- Higher Maximum Input Capacity: 1610 sheets
- Higher Black Duplex Print Speed: 24 ipm
- Higher Maximum Memory: 256 MB
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-L6300DW & MFC-L6900DWG
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-L6300DW and MFC-L6900DWG within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-L6300DW | MFC-L6900DWG |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile Printing | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC |
| Apple AirPrint | Yes | Yes |
| Mopria | Yes | Yes |
| Security Features | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec | Integrated NFC Card Reader, Active Directory, Setting Lock, Secure Function Lock, Secure Print, Lock Slot, SSL/TLS, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 398.8 mm | 495.3 mm |
| Depth | 396.2 mm | 426.7 mm |
| Height | 287 mm | 518.2 mm |
| Weight | 13.2 kg | 19 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 120 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 670 W | 730 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 6.7 W | 8.9 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) |
| Fax | ||
| Fax | — | Yes |
| Fax Modem Speed | — | 33.6 kbps |
| Fax Memory | — | 500 pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | Brother |
| Product Model | HL-L6300DW | MFC-L6900DWG |
| Product Series | HL-L6000 Series | MFC-L6900 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-880 / TN-890 |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 12000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 12000 pages | 20000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-820 | DR-890 |
| Drum Yield | 30000 pages | 50000 pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 215.9 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 200 g/m² | 200 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 570 sheets | 570 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1610 sheets | — |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 50 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 250 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Flatbed + ADF |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | 50 ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | 20 ipm |
| Duplex Scanning | — | Yes |
| ADF Capacity | — | 80 sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 48 ppm | 52 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 24 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 7.5 s | 7.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 125000 pages/month | 150000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | Up to 7500 pages/month | Up to 10000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 1024 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 256 MB | — |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | 52 cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | 1200 x 600 dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | 99 copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | 25-400 % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose MFC-L6900DWG if you need:
- Higher Width: 495.3 mm vs 398.8 mm
- Higher Depth: 426.7 mm vs 396.2 mm
- Higher Height: 518.2 mm vs 287 mm
- Higher Weight: 19 kg vs 13.2 kg
What is the difference between HL-L6300DW and MFC-L6900DWG?
HL-L6300DW and MFC-L6900DWG share specifications such as Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Printer Functions (HL-L6300DW: Print, MFC-L6900DWG: Print, Scan, Copy, Fax); Black Print Speed A4 (HL-L6300DW: 48 ppm, MFC-L6900DWG: 52 ppm).
HL-L6300DW may suit users who need its differing values, while MFC-L6900DWG benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.