Choose HL-L6300DW if you need:
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi Direct
- NFC
- Higher Width: 398.8 mm vs 381 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-L6300DW & HP LaserJet M406
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-L6300DW and LaserJet M406 within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-L6300DW | LaserJet M406 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | Yes | 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 | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, PrinterOn |
| 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 | Secure boot, firmware integrity validation, encrypted data protection, SNMPv3, IPsec |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 398.8 mm | 381 mm |
| Depth | 396.2 mm | 357 mm |
| Height | 287 mm | 220 mm |
| Weight | 13.2 kg | 8.5 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 670 W | 531 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 6.7 W | 1.2 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) | One-year onsite warranty |
| Fax | ||
| Fax Modem Speed | — | Not Applicable kbps |
| Fax Resolution | — | Not Applicable dpi |
| Fax Memory | — | Not Applicable pages |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-L6300DW | LaserJet M406 |
| Product Series | HL-L6000 Series | HP LaserJet Enterprise M406 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-820 / TN-850 / TN-880 | HP 59A (CF259A); HP 59X (CF259X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 3000 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 12000 pages | 10000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-820 | Not Applicable |
| Drum Yield | 30000 pages | Not Applicable pages |
| Fuser Life | — | Blocked pages |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | A4 |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, C5, C6, DL, custom |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 127 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes | Paper, envelopes, labels, transparencies, cardstock |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 200 g/m² | 175 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 570 sheets | 350 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1610 sheets | 900 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Scanning | ||
| Scanner Type | — | Not Applicable |
| Optical Scan Resolution | — | Not Applicable dpi |
| Black Scan Speed | — | Not Applicable ipm |
| Color Scan Speed | — | Not Applicable ipm |
| ADF Capacity | — | Not Applicable sheets |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 48 ppm | 38 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 24 ipm | 31 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.5 s | 6.5 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 125000 pages/month | 120000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | Up to 7500 pages/month | 1500-7500 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | Blocked s |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 800 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 1024 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 256 MB | 1024 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 4 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS | HP PCL 6, HP PCL 5, PostScript 3 emulation, PDF 1.7, Apple AirPrint |
| Copying | ||
| Black Copy Speed | — | Not Applicable cpm |
| Copy Resolution | — | Not Applicable dpi |
| Maximum Copies | — | Not Applicable copies |
| Copy Zoom Range | — | Not Applicable % |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet M406 if you need:
- Higher Fax Modem Speed: Not Applicable kbps
- Fax Resolution: Not Applicable dpi
- Higher Fax Memory: Not Applicable pages
- Higher Fuser Life: Blocked pages
What is the difference between HL-L6300DW and LaserJet M406?
HL-L6300DW and LaserJet M406 share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Print Resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-L6300DW: 48 ppm, LaserJet M406: 38 ppm).
HL-L6300DW may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet M406 benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.