Choose HL-L6300DW if you need:
- NFC
- Higher Width: 398.8 mm vs 355 mm
- Higher Depth: 396.2 mm vs 279.5 mm
- Higher Height: 287 mm vs 205 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-L6300DW & HP M208dw
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-L6300DW and M208dw within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-L6300DW | M208dw |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — |
| Mobile Printing | AirPrint, Google Cloud Print 2.0, Brother iPrint&Scan, Mopria, Cortado Workplace, Wi-Fi Direct, NFC | Apple AirPrint; HP Smart; Mopria; Wi-Fi Direct |
| 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; runtime code integrity; password-protected EWS; TLS 1.2; SNMPv3; encrypted data at rest; account lockout |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 398.8 mm | 355 mm |
| Depth | 396.2 mm | 279.5 mm |
| Height | 287 mm | 205 mm |
| Weight | 13.2 kg | 5.6 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 110-127 / 220-240 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 670 W | 420 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 6.7 W | 0.5 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) | One-year limited warranty |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-L6300DW | Laserjet M208dw |
| Product Series | HL-L6000 Series | LaserJet M207-M212 |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome laser printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-820 / TN-850 / TN-880 | W1370A (137A); W1370X (137X) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 8000 pages | 1150 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 12000 pages | 2600 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-820 | — |
| Drum Yield | 30000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS) |
| Minimum Custom Media Width | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Width | 215.9 mm | 216 mm |
| Minimum Custom Media Length | 127 mm | 152.4 mm |
| Maximum Custom Media Length | 355.6 mm | 356 mm |
| Supported Media Types | Plain, Thin, Thick, Thicker, Recycled, Bond, Labels, Envelopes | Cardstock; Envelopes; Labels; Laser paper; Plain paper; Postcards; Rough paper; Vellum |
| Minimum Media Weight | 60 g/m² | 60 g/m² |
| Maximum Media Weight | 200 g/m² | 163 g/m² |
| Standard Input Capacity | 570 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Maximum Input Capacity | 1610 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | — |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | Yes |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 48 ppm | 29 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 24 ipm | 18 ipm |
| First Page Out Black | 7.5 s | 7 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 125000 pages/month | 20000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | Up to 7500 pages/month | 200-2000 pages/month |
| Warm-up Time | — | 30 s |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 500 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 256 MB | 64 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS | PCLmS; URF; PWG |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose M208dw if you need:
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Width: 101.6 mm vs 76.2 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Width: 216 mm vs 215.9 mm
- Higher Minimum Custom Media Length: 152.4 mm vs 127 mm
- Higher Maximum Custom Media Length: 356 mm vs 355.6 mm
What is the difference between HL-L6300DW and M208dw?
HL-L6300DW and M208dw share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), Automatic Duplex Printing (Yes), USB (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-L6300DW: 48 ppm, M208dw: 29 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-L6300DW: 1200 x 1200 dpi, M208dw: 600 x 600 dpi).
HL-L6300DW may suit users who need its differing values, while M208dw benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.