Choose HL-L6400DW if you need:
- Ethernet
- NFC
- Higher Width: 398.8 mm vs 349 mm
- Higher Depth: 396.2 mm vs 238 mm
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Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
Compare Brother HL-L6400DW & HP LaserJet Pro M12w
A full side-by-side comparison of reference models HL-L6400DW and LaserJet Pro M12w within the same category.
Specifications
Side-by-side specification comparison of two reference models
| Specification | HL-L6400DW | LaserJet Pro M12w |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Not for sale | Not for sale |
| Connectivity | ||
| USB | Yes | Yes |
| Ethernet | 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 | HP ePrint, Apple AirPrint, Mopria, Google Cloud Print, HP Smart |
| 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 | Password-protected Embedded Web Server, network-port control, SNMP community security, 802.1X |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Width | 398.8 mm | 349 mm |
| Depth | 396.2 mm | 238 mm |
| Height | 287 mm | 196 mm |
| Weight | 13.3 kg | 5.2 kg |
| Power & Warranty | ||
| Input Voltage | 120 V | 110-127 V |
| Power Consumption Printing | 700 W | 375 W |
| Power Consumption Sleep | 7.2 W | 0.8 W |
| Warranty | 1-year limited warranty (U.S.) | 1-year limited hardware warranty (U.S.) |
| General | ||
| Product Brand | Brother | HP |
| Product Model | HL-L6400DW | LaserJet Pro M12w |
| Product Series | HL-L6400 Series | LaserJet Pro M12 Series |
| Product Type | Monochrome Laser Printer | Monochrome Laser Printer |
| Printer Functions | ||
| Print Technology | Laser | Laser |
| Consumables | ||
| Black Toner Model | TN-880 / TN-890 | HP 79A (CF279A) |
| Included Black Toner Yield | 12000 pages | 500 pages |
| Replacement Black Toner Yield | 20000 pages | 1000 pages |
| Drum Model | DR-890 | — |
| Drum Yield | 50000 pages | — |
| Paper & Printing | ||
| Maximum Paper Size | Legal | Legal |
| Supported Paper Sizes | A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Executive, Folio | Letter, Legal, Executive, 8.5 x 13 in, A4, A5, A6, B5 (JIS), Envelope C5, Envelope DL |
| 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 | Laser paper, Plain paper, Photo paper, Rough paper, Vellum, Envelope, Label, Cardstock, Postcard |
| 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 | 2650 sheets | 150 sheets |
| Multipurpose Tray Capacity | 50 sheets | 0 sheets |
| Output Capacity | 250 sheets | 100 sheets |
| Automatic Duplex Printing | Yes | — |
| Print Performance | ||
| Black Print Speed A4 | 52 ppm | 18 ppm |
| Black Duplex Print Speed | 24 ipm | — |
| First Page Out Black | 7.5 s | 9.2 s |
| Print Resolution | 1200 x 1200 dpi | 600 x 600 dpi |
| Monthly Duty Cycle | 150000 pages/month | 5000 pages/month |
| Recommended Monthly Volume | Up to 10000 pages/month | 100-1000 pages/month |
| Processor Speed | 800 MHz | 266 MHz |
| Standard Memory | 512 MB | 8 MB |
| Maximum Memory | 512 MB | 8 MB |
| Internal Storage | — | 0 GB |
| Print Languages | PCL 6, BR-Script 3, PDF, XPS | Host-based printing |
Summary: Which Product Should You Choose?
Choose LaserJet Pro M12w if you need:
- Higher First Page Out Black: 9.2 s vs 7.5 s
- Higher Internal Storage: 0 GB
What is the difference between HL-L6400DW and LaserJet Pro M12w?
HL-L6400DW and LaserJet Pro M12w share specifications such as Printer Functions (Print), Print Technology (Laser), USB (Yes), Wi-Fi (Yes).
The main differences: Black Print Speed A4 (HL-L6400DW: 52 ppm, LaserJet Pro M12w: 18 ppm); Print Resolution (HL-L6400DW: 1200 x 1200 dpi, LaserJet Pro M12w: 600 x 600 dpi); Automatic Duplex Printing (HL-L6400DW: Yes, LaserJet Pro M12w: —).
HL-L6400DW may suit users who need its differing values, while LaserJet Pro M12w benefits those who need its paired strengths. Review the specs table above before deciding.